Timber sash and case windows are a beautiful feature in any home, although as the years roll on, these remarkable windows need a little additional care and attention.
Sash cords snap and draught seals degrade while bottom rails start to rot through years of neglect. The window rattles first, then sticks, then simply refuses to close properly!
Woodfellas have been relied on timber sash and case window experts serving Scottish homes across Carronshore from our workshop premises for more than two decades!
When restoring and repair fall short, we create fully custom-made replacements, forming a new piece from the very soul of what once was.
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 title tells you exactly how it functions.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass, whilst the case is the hollow box frame that is built within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside each case sit two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving the lower. They are suspended on sash cords that pass over pulley wheels fitted into the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the weights fall on the opposite side. Release it and they hold the sash in place.
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows work by moving vertically.
Both sashes operate independently of one another, meaning you can open the window from the top, the bottom, or both together. This offers your home outstanding ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is working perfectly, you hardly think about it twice!
When the cords break, which they often do after years of wear, the sash falls and remains stuck or becomes incredibly difficult to operate.
That is exactly where Woodfellas can make the difference.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Each traditional sash window demands its individual approach.
Our sash windows Carronshore team closely hears to grasp your window’s requirements before recommending whether repair or full refurbishment is the most suitable path forward for you.
Window draught-proofing
A complete window overhaul is the wise choice when the existing frame is structurally solid yet simply not performing as expected!
Our skilled craftsmen employ traditional joinery techniques to improve your glazing and fit draught-proofing throughout.
A carefully restored sash and case window in your Carronshore home is likely to seem as though it was always completely and readily destined to be there.
Every installation we perform is guided by the goal of smooth use, noise-free installation and a welcoming warmth within the room.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement stands as the most commonly carried out repair in our repertoire.
When the cords break, the weights lie idle within the case with no connection binding them to the sash.
We reach the pocket piece, remove the weights, install fresh sash cords, and set the pulleys accurately.
Our team will always check the full state of your window while onsite, so completely nothing gets missed!
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the full brunt of Carronshore’s severe weather climate.
Where the rot is restricted to part of the rail, we take out the affected timber and splice in new sections using matching traditional wood. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding timber and the remainder of the original window remains completely intact.
We believe there is no need to replace a structurally sound window over a fault that affects only a section of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has got to the point where repair is no longer a sound investment, we craft brand new sash windows to your precise specifications within our workshop, then provide and fit them directly at your premises.
Every new window is carefully and skilfully crafted to your exact measurements in either hardwood or treated pine. We carefully ensure to faithfully replicate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As wooden window manufacturers situated in Carronshore, we provide and fit new sash and case windows across the region, employing premium materials and traditional craftsmanship.
Our sash and case window range spans all the way from a single replacement sash to a complete new window installation for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as standard inclusions.
Double glazed sash windows in Carronshore
Transform your home and day-to-day living with eye-catching double glazed sash and case windows!
Our units remain slim-line profile sealed units that sit neatly within the original glazing rebate without altering the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the outside, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Here is the reason why property owners across Carronshore are opting to replace their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a substantial improvement to energy efficiency.
This means your heating system operates much less to maintain a comfortable temperature, which directly results in reduced energy bills for you!
Noise reduction
Sound reduction is an additional benefit that homeowners tend to notice almost immediately.
Double glazed sash windows significantly reduce noise transmission for homes on roads with heavy traffic or near main junctions.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s stunning architecture holds an extraordinary depth of historical heritage within it.
These areas are established to preserve that distinctive character, and sash and case windows form a vital part of it. Protect the character of your property with expert timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your property falls within one of these designated areas, or if it has listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are specific and must be understood before you go ahead with any work.
Our experience working on properties within conservation areas spans more than twenty years.
Having developed a strong understanding of council expectations, we are well positioned to support you with the consent process and complete window restoration or replacement work that satisfies all requirements effectively and without avoidable delays.
For a team that truly appreciates listed buildings and conservation area work just as well as they understand the windows themselves, get in touch today for a free site visit and detailed quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Carronshore
Sash not staying in the raised position
A broken sash cord is the most common repair we undertake on sash and case windows, and as long as the window itself remains in good condition, it is a perfectly straightforward task for our skilled team.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and frame has broken down or was never installed. A leaky sash and case window will also rattle in the wind due to the same gap.
Draught-proofing done as part of a service call helps resolve all issues in a single visit.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most exposed part of a sash and case window!
Where the decay is limited to a particular section of the rail, we carefully remove the compromised timber and splice fresh, perfectly matched material seamlessly into its place.
The rest of the original window stays completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Many years of paint layered onto the sash to protect it from Scotland’s relentless wet weather can end up sealing it firmly to the frame!
We release the sash gently, prepare the surfaces thoroughly, make any required adjustments to the fit, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords with pulleys are thoroughly inspected throughout the process, saving you from numerous repair visits further 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 outside. We swap them out with double glazing whilst retaining every detail of the window’s outward appearance completely intact.
Sash and case windows Carronshore 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 sound and the sashes are structurally sound, refurbishment is a practical choice. You retain a window that works efficiently whilst preserving its original character. Where the frame has suffered serious deterioration, or the timber has rotted past repair, replacement becomes the practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes! We fit slim profile sealed units that sit neatly within the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or changing the glazing bar pattern. From the outside the window looks absolutely identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Carronshore
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Carronshore, from restoration and repair through to complete replacement, Woodfellas has the experience to look after everything.
Get in touch with our staff today and we will guide you on the most suitable solution for each window. All quotes are complimentary, written, and carry no obligation. If you choose to proceed, we will work around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted within our own workshop using traditional methods and fitted by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us today by calling 07920 057592 or just complete the form on our contact page and we will get back to you within 24 hours.