Timber sash and case windows suit every household. Over time, these distinctive windows require some extra care.
Sash cords snap, the draught seal wears away, and the bottom rails start to rot through years of neglect. The window rattles, then sticks, then ultimately fails to close properly.
Woodfellas are experts in timber sash and case windows, serving Scottish homes throughout Central from our workshop for more than two decades.
We restore and repair, and create bespoke replacements when a window is beyond saving.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or contact us via our contact page to book a free visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title explains the function.
The sash is the moveable glass panel. The case is the hollow box frame built within the wall around the window opening.
Housed within each case are two counterweights, one corresponding to the upper sash and one to the lower. These weights are suspended from sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the uppermost section of the frame.
Lift the lower sash and the weights fall down on the opposite side. Let go of it and they keep the sash perfectly in place!
Sash and case windows slide vertically, whereas casement windows swing outward on hinges.
Both sashes move independently of one another, meaning you can open them from the top, the bottom, or even both at once. Your home enjoys superb ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is working properly, you scarcely detect it in the least.
When the cords snap, which they often do after years of wear, the sash falls and becomes stuck or becomes extremely difficult to operate.
That’s where Woodfellas steps in.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Each traditional sash window requires its individual solution.
Our Central sash windows team carefully assesses what your windows require in order to determine whether repairs or full refurbishment is the most appropriate option for you.
Window draught-proofing
A complete window refurbishment is an appropriate choice when the existing window remains structurally intact yet is unable to function as it should.
Our skilled craftsmen apply traditional joinery techniques to enhance your glazing and add draught-proofing throughout.
A restored sash and case window in your Central home ought to feel as though it was already perfectly as it should be.
Effortless to operate, quiet within its frame, and inviting in the space it inhabits. That is the standard we strive towards with every individual installation.
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacing of sash cords is the most frequently performed repair in our work.
When the cords break, the weights stay idle within the box, no more linked to the sash in any way.
We reach the pocket piece, take out the weights, install fresh sash cords, and set the pulleys accurately.
Our team will consistently inspect the general condition of the window during the appointment, making sure that no detail is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Lower sections and sills bear the greatest brunt of Central’s severe climatic conditions.
Where the decay remains localised to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully removed and substituted by splicing in new sections of matched traditional timber. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding wood, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved fully intact.
We strongly believe to the belief that there is simply no reason to replace a window that is still structurally sound just because one portion of it has developed an issue.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is no longer a economical option, we make brand new sash windows to your specific requirements within our workshop and install them at your property.
Every new window is meticulously 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 based in Central, we install new sash and case windows throughout the region, employing premium materials and traditional craftsmanship.
Our collection of sash and case windows encompasses everything from a single replacement sash right through to a complete set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as default features.
Double glazed sash windows in Central
Enhance both the aesthetic appeal and day-to-day comfort of your home with the timeless elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units are slim 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 the same to the original.
Here is the reason so many homeowners throughout Central are deciding to replace their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a remarkable improvement to your home’s energy efficiency.
This translates straight away into reduced energy bills, as your heating system no longer needs to work as hard to maintain a pleasant and comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Noise reduction is another benefit householders notice very quickly!
If your property sits on a busy road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows cut down on noise transmission significantly!
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is breathtaking, with a deeply fascinating historical legacy.
Conservation areas safeguard local character, and sash and case windows form a vital part of that heritage. Preserve your building’s character through expert timber window restoration by Woodfellas.
If your premises is located in one of these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations surrounding window replacement are particular and must be clearly understood before you organise any work.
For more than twenty years, we have worked on properties located within conservation areas.
Having developed a detailed understanding of council expectations, we are ideally placed to guide you through the consent process and undertake window restoration or replacement work that meets all requirements efficiently and without unnecessary delays.
For a team that truly understands listed buildings and conservation area work just as well as they understand the windows themselves, reach out today for a free site visit and written quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Central
Sash failing to hold its position when lifted
Replacing faulty sash cords is the repair our experienced team performs most frequently on sash and case windows, and provided the window is generally in good condition, it is a entirely straightforward task for our skilled professionals.
Draughts and rattling
The seal between the sash and the frame has degraded or was never installed in the first place in the first instance. A sash and case window with draughts will equally tend to rattle when exposed to the wind, owing to this same gap.
Draught proofing as part of a service sorts help solve all problems at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The lowest rail of the bottom sash represents the weakest component of a sash and case window.
Where rot is confined to part of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and insert new sections using matched material.
The rest of the existing window remains completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Decades worth of paint layered upon the sash in an effort to protect it from Scotland’s relentlessly wet weather can cause it to become tightly sealed against the frame.
We release the sash from its binding, carefully clean every surface, refine the fit required, and restore the mechanism to smooth, proper working order once again.
The cables and pulleys are inspected throughout the process, sparing you from numerous repair jobs later on!
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are particularly inefficient at retaining warmth and offer very little resistance to the intrusion of outside street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing preserves the visible profile of your existing window frames completely.
Sash and case windows Central FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether refurbishment or replacement is the right path forward depends entirely upon the condition of the existing window structure. When the box frame remains sound and the sashes are structurally intact, refurbishment presents itself as a very sensible choice, delivering a window that performs extremely well whilst preserving every last trace of its original character. However, if the frame has deteriorated severely or the timber has rotted beyond any hope of repair, replacement becomes the far more sensible and logical course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slim profile sealed units that fit neatly within the existing glazing rebate, requiring no alteration to the sash width or glazing bar arrangement. Viewed from the exterior, the window keeps the appearance of the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Central
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Central, from restoration and repair through to complete replacement, Woodfellas has the experience to look after everything.
Give our friendly team a ring today and we will assist you in finding the most suitable option for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is entirely free, supplied in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will set up everything around your schedule.
Every window is made right here in our very own premises using traditional techniques and installed by our own skilled joiners throughout Scotland.
get in touch with us now on 07920 057592 or fill in the form on our contact page and we will get back within 24 hours.