Wooden sash and case windows enhance many a home. Over time, however, these distinctive windows will need a little extra care and attention.
Over a period of time, sash cords snap, draught seals deteriorate, and bottom rails begin to rot through prolonged neglect. The window then rattles, sticks, and eventually fails to close properly.
Woodfellas have been relied on timber sash and case window specialists serving Scottish homes throughout Carfin from our workshop for over two decades!
When a window is beyond repair, we provide restoration, repairs, and also the crafting of custom-made replacements.
Reach us on 07920 057592 or contact us via our contact page to arrange a free visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading shows you precisely how it works.
The sash refers to the moveable panel of glass itself, while the case is the internal box frame that is constructed into the wall surrounding the window opening.
Housed within each case are a pair of weights, one for the upper sash and one to the lower, both suspended from sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the counterweights descend on the opposite side, when released allowing them to hold the sash securely in place.
Sash and case windows move vertically, whereas casement windows swing outward on hinges.
With both sashes operating independently of one another, you have the freedom to open from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. This gives your home outstanding ventilation control, all without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward toward the street.
When the mechanism is functioning as it should, you hardly give it a second thought.
When the cords snap, which they often do after many years of wear, the sash drops and stays stuck or becomes incredibly difficult to operate.
That’s exactly where Woodfellas step up!
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window requires an identical solution.
Our sash windows team in Carfin takes the time to truly understand the specific requirements of your windows, ensuring they can confidently recommend whether a repair or a full refurbishment is the most suitable course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet fails to deliver on performance, a complete renovation becomes the most logical and most rewarding course of action.
Our skilled craftsmen apply joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, improving your glazing and installing draught-proofing throughout your home.
A carefully restored sash and case window in your Carfin home should feel as though it was originally meant to be there.
Every setup we perform is guided by the goal of smooth functioning, quiet fitting and a inviting ambience within the area.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement is the most popular repair job we attend for!
When the cords fail, the weights hang idle inside the case with no link to the sash.
We access the pocket piece, remove the existing weights, fit fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys accurately.
Whilst completing the work, our team will always take the time to thoroughly inspect the full state of the window, so that nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Carfin’s lower rails and sills bear the worst weather elements.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the compromised timber is meticulously removed and replaced with new sections spliced in using matched traditional wood. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding material, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved completely intact.
We are firmly of the opinion that a window which remains fundamentally intact should never be sacrificed simply because one section of it has developed a fault.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is past economical repair, we craft new sash windows to your exact specifications within our workshop and fit them at your property.
Every replacement window is carefully made and tailored to measure in either hardwood or treated pine, with great care taken to faithfully mirror the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As timber window manufacturers based in Carfin, we provide and fit new sash and case windows throughout the region, employing high-quality materials and time-honoured craftsmanship.
From one replacement sash to a complete suite of new windows for a listed building, our sash and case window range has all requirements covered.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are supplied as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Carfin
Improve both the aesthetic appeal and day-to-day comfort of your home with the classic elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units are slim-profile sealed units that fit neatly within the original glazing rebate, requiring no alteration to the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the outside, the window appears identical to the original!
Find out why homeowners across Carfin are deciding to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our service delivers a significant improvement to your home’s efficiency.
This translates directly into reduced energy bills, as your heating system no longer needs to work as hard to keep a pleasant and comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Reduced noise is another benefit householders notice nearly straight away!
Living on a heavily trafficked road or close to a large junction, double glazed sash windows offer a noticeable reduction in the level of noise that passes through.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is striking, rich in historical significance.
Timber sash and case windows are a defining feature of conservation area heritage, and maintaining them is hugely important! Why protect the soul of your building with expert timber window restoration from Woodfellas?
If your property falls within one of these zones, or is a listed building, the regulations surrounding window replacement are precise and absolutely worth understanding before you arrange any work!
Our experience with properties within conservation areas covers more than twenty years.
We know precisely what the council requires, how to move through the consent process with assurance, and how to restore or renew windows in a manner that meets every requirement without needless delays or repeated correspondence.
For a team with expertise in listed buildings and conservation area projects is matched only by their deep knowledge of the windows themselves, get in touch today to arrange a complimentary site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Carfin
Sash not staying in the raised position
A broken sash cord is the single most frequent repair we undertake on sash and case windows, and provided that the window itself remains in good condition, it is a very straightforward task for our experienced team.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has either worn away or was never fitted at all. A sash and case window affected by draughts will also often rattle noisily in the wind due to the same gap!
Incorporating draught-proofing within a scheduled service appointment addresses all concerns comprehensively and simultaneously.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is thoroughly removed and new sections are inserted using carefully matched material.
The remainder of the original window remains completely untouched.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of paint layered upon the sash in an effort to shield it from Scotland’s relentlessly wet weather can cause it to become firmly sealed against the frame.
We free the sash, clean all surfaces, alter the fit where necessary, and return the mechanism to full operation.
The cables and pulleys are inspected throughout the process, saving you from many repair jobs down the line!
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes lose their warmth with remarkable ease and offer little resistance to the clamour of the street beyond. We swap them out with double glazing whilst retaining every detail of the window’s outward appearance completely intact.
Sash and case windows Carfin FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It all comes down to the present condition of the window itself. Where the box frame remains solid and the sashes are structurally sound, refurbishment is a practical choice. You keep a window that performs effectively whilst preserving its original character. Where the frame has suffered significant deterioration, or the timber has rotted beyond the point of repair, replacement becomes the practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes! We use slim profile sealed units that sit neatly within the existing glazing rebate without altering the sash or changing the glazing bar pattern. From the outside the window looks exactly the same to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Carfin
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Carfin, from repair and restoration through to complete replacement, Woodfellas has the experience to take care of everything.
Give our approachable team a ring today and we will help you determine the very best option for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is completely free, provided in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will organise everything around your schedule.
Every window is crafted within our very own workshop using time-honoured techniques and installed by our own skilled joiners across Scotland.
Reach out to us today by phoning 07920 057592 or by filling in the form on our contact page, and we will get back to you within 24 hours.