Wooden sash and case windows grace any home with timeless charm. Yet as the years pass, these elegant windows inevitably require a little additional care and attention.
Sash cords snap under years of strain, draught seals deteriorate through prolonged neglect, and bottom rails fall victim to rot where maintenance has been overlooked. The window starts rattling, then becomes stiff, and ultimately fails to close as it should.
Woodfellas has delivered specialist timber sash and case window services to Scottish homes throughout Claygate for well over two decades, all from our specialist workshop.
We repair , and even craft entirely bespoke replacements when a window is beyond saving!
Call us on 07920 057592 or reach us via our contact page to book a free visit and written quote.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading explains the function.
The sash is the moveable glass panel. The case is the empty box frame built within the wall around the window opening.
Inside each case sit two weights, one serving an upper sash and one serving the lower. They are hung on sash cords that run over pulley wheels fitted into the top of the frame.
Lift the lower sash up and the weights will drop on the opposite side. Release it and they shall keep the sash firmly in place.
While casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows move gracefully in a upward and downward direction.
Both sashes move independently, giving you the freedom to open from the top, the bottom, or both at once. You enjoy excellent ventilation control throughout your home, and with no panel swinging into the room or out towards the street, it is as useful as it is smart!
When the mechanism is functioning correctly, you barely give it a second thought.
When the cords snap, as they so frequently do after years of reliable service, the sash drops and remains persistently in place or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas is invaluable.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Each traditional sash window demands its individual approach.
Our Claygate sash window team meticulously evaluates your window requirements to determine whether repairs or refurbishment is the best solution for you.
Window draught-proofing
A full window overhaul is the wise choice when the existing frame is structurally solid yet simply not delivering the goods!
Our experienced craftsmen apply joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, improving your glazing and installing draught-proofing throughout your property.
A carefully restored sash and case window in your Claygate home is likely to feel as though it was always entirely and naturally destined to be there.
Every fit we complete is guided by a straightforward aim: effortless operation, silent fitting, and a truly warm presence within the space.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains our most frequently performed repair.
When the cords break, the weights remain sitting uselessly inside the casing with nothing to connect them to the sash.
We access the pocket piece, remove the existing weights, fit fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys accurately.
Our team will always inspect the full state of your window while onsite, so absolutely nothing gets missed!
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills endure the most severe of Claygate’s weather conditions.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the compromised timber is meticulously removed and substituted with new sections inserted using matched traditional wood. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding material, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved entirely intact.
We firmly believe there is absolutely no reason to sacrifice a window that remains perfectly sound simply because an issue affects only a part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is past economical repair, we craft new sash windows to your precise specifications in our workshop and supply and install them at your property.
Every replacement window is skilfully crafted and custom made in hardwood or treated pine. We take great care to replicate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As manufacturers of timber windows firmly rooted in Claygate, we manufacture and fit new sash and case windows throughout the region, respecting traditional techniques and sourcing only the best quality materials.
Our selection of sash and case windows covers everything from a single replacement sash through to a complete set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Claygate
Improve your home and daily comfort with double glazed sash and case windows.
Our slim-profile sealed units are made to fit neatly within the original glazing rebate, preserving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely without modification.
From the outside, the wooden window appears the same to the original.
Here is the reason why homeowners throughout Claygate are opting to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a significant boost to your home’s energy efficiency.
This translates directly into lower energy bills, as your heating system no longer needs to work as hard to maintain a warm and comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Acoustic attenuation is a further advantage that homeowners notice almost immediately.
If your home is located on a bustling road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows will reduce noise transmission significantly.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is breathtaking, with a highly fascinating historical legacy.
Conservation areas protect local character, and sash and case windows make up a vital part of that heritage. Preserve your building’s character through expert timber window restoration by Woodfellas.
Should your property sit within one of these designated areas, or also hold listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are detailed and carry significant weight prior to commissioning any works.
For over twenty years, we have been working on properties situated within conservation areas.
We understand precisely what the council needs, how to manage the consent process efficiently, and how to restore or replace windows in full accordance with those requirements without avoidable delays or revisions.
For a team that knows listed buildings and conservation area projects just as well as they know the windows themselves, reach out today to book a complimentary site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Claygate
The sash dropping down and not staying up
Replacing broken sash cords is absolutely the commonest sash and case repair our experienced team tackles, and when the rest of the window is in good condition it is a wonderfully simple task for our experienced crew!
Draughts and rattling
The weatherseal between the sash and the frame has worn away or was simply just never installed in the first place. When this gap exists, it is also quite common for the sash and case window to vibrate noticeably in the wind as a direct result of that same gap.
Having draught-proofing dealt with as part of a comprehensive service visit helps resolve every issue in a single , pleasing sweep.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most highly vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully removed and new sections are spliced in using carefully matched material.
The remainder of the original window stays completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of accumulated paint applied to protect the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can make it bond securely to the frame.
We release the sash from its binding, thoroughly clean every surface, refine the fit required, and return the mechanism to smooth, proper working order once more.
The cords and pulleys are carefully inspected throughout the process, saving you from dealing with many repair jobs later on.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes shed heat quickly and let in street noise. We install double glazing whilst maintaining the visible window profile unchanged.
Sash and case windows Claygate FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether to restore or swap out depends on the window’s existing condition. A solid box frame with sound sashes makes refurbishment the practical choice. You retain good performance without losing original character. Where the frame has significantly deteriorated or timber rot is irreparable, replacement becomes the more suitable solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
From the outside, the window appears entirely unchanged, as our slim profile sealed units are designed to sit neatly within the existing glazing rebate without any need to broaden the sash or alter the glazing bar pattern.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Claygate
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Claygate, from restoration and repair through to full replacement, Woodfellas has the experience to handle everything.
Get in touch to our helpful team today and we will help you navigate the very best solution for every window in your home. Every quote we offer is free of charge, set out in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will organise everything entirely around you.
Every window is crafted in our own workshop using time-honoured techniques and installed by our own skilled joiners across Scotland.
Give us a call today on 07920 057592 or fill in the form on our contact page and we will respond within 24 hours!