Wooden sash and case windows are suitable for every household. Over time, these distinctive windows need some extra care.
The sash cords snap under years of stress, draught seals wear down 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 are experts in timber sash and case windows, serving Scottish homes throughout Crookedholm from our workshop for over two decades.
When a window is beyond repair, we repair, and also make bespoke replacement units to measure.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or get in touch through our contact page to schedule your complimentary visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading explains exactly how it functions.
The sash refers to the moving panel of glass, whilst the case is the empty box frame that is constructed within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Housed within each case are a pair of weights, one dedicated to 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.
Lift the lower sash and the counterweights drop on the opposite side, when released allowing them to hold the sash securely in place.
Whilst casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows glide smoothly in a vertical direction!
Each sashes operate independently, allowing you to open the window from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. This offers your home with excellent ventilation control, entirely without a panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is functioning correctly, you barely think about it at all.
When the cords break, which they often do after many years of use, the sash falls and stays stuck or becomes incredibly difficult to operate.
That’s exactly where Woodfellas excel!
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window needs an the same solution.
Our sash windows Crookedholm team carefully assesses what your windows require in order to determine whether repair or full refurbishment is the most appropriate option for you.
Window draught-proofing
A complete window overhaul is the smart move when the existing frame is structurally solid yet just not performing as expected!
Our skilled craftsmen use joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, upgrading your glazing and installing draught-proofing throughout your home.
A refurbished sash and case window in your Crookedholm house ought to feel as though it was always perfectly as it should be.
Easy to open, silent in the frame and warm all through the room. That is what we are striving for every time!
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacement of sash cords is the most common repair in our work.
When the cords break, the weights remain sitting pointlessly inside the casing with nothing to connect them to the sash.
We reach the pocket piece, recover the weights, fit fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys with accuracy.
Our team will always check the full condition of your window while on site, so absolutely nothing gets missed!
Timber repairs
Lower rails and sills bear the impact of Crookedholm’s severe climate.
Where when the decay remains localised to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully removed and replaced 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 entirely intact.
We hold firmly to the belief that there is simply no reason to sacrifice a window that remains structurally sound simply because one portion of it has developed an issue.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond cost-effective repair, we make brand new sash windows to your precise specifications right in our own workshop and supply and fit them at your property!
Every replacement window is expertly crafted and custom made in hardwood or treated pine. We take great care to recreate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As wooden window manufacturers with pride based in Crookedholm, we supply and install new sash and case windows throughout the region, combining high-quality materials with traditional traditional techniques.
Our selection of sash and case windows encompasses 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 supplied as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Crookedholm
Elevate your home and everyday living experience with beautiful double glazed sash and case windows!
Our units are slim-profile sealed units that sit comfortably within the original glazing rebate, requiring no alteration to the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the exterior, the window appears the same to the original!
Here is the explanation why homeowners throughout Crookedholm are opting to replace their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a significant improvement to your home’s energy efficiency.
This translates directly into lower energy expenditure, as your heating system need not exert itself as greatly in order to keep a comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Reducing sound is another benefit that homeowners observe almost immediately.
If your house sits on a main road or near a major junction, double glazed sash windows will minimise noise transmission considerably.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architectural landscape is as breathtaking as it is rich in history.
The character of a building holds stories worth preserving, and sash and case windows are woven deeply into that living narrative. Trust Woodfellas to respect that story through specialist timber window restoration.
If your property falls inside one of these designated areas, or if it has listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are precise and must be understood before you proceed with any work.
We have been working on properties located within conservation areas for more than twenty years.
We are familiar with council expectations, can navigate the consent process, and restore windows to meet requirements without avoidable delays.
For a team that knows listed buildings and conservation area projects just as thoroughly as they know the windows themselves, reach out today to book a free site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Crookedholm
The sash is failing to remain in the raised position and drops back down.
Changing faulty sash cords is the repair our skilled team performs most often on sash and case windows, and provided the window is otherwise in good condition, it is a entirely straightforward task for our professional professionals.
Draughts and rattling
The seal between the sash and the frame has deteriorated 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 shake noticeably in the wind as a direct result of that same opening.
Draught proofing carried out as part of a service call can help resolve all issues in a one visit.
Rotten bottom rail
The lower section of the lower sash is the most vulnerable component of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is restricted to a particular section of the rail, the affected timber is gently taken out and replaced with new sections, joined smoothly using closely matched material.
The remainder of the original window stays completely untouched.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of using paint to protect the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to become firmly stuck to the frame.
We free the sash, carefully clean every surface, make any necessary adjustments to the fit, and restore the mechanism to full working order!
The cords and pulleys are checked during the process, saving you from many repair jobs down the line!
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes surrender their warmth with remarkable ease and provide little resistance to the clamour of the street beyond. We swap them out with double glazing whilst preserving every detail of the window’s outward appearance completely intact.
Sash and case windows Crookedholm FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether renovation or replacement is the appropriate approach depends entirely upon the existing condition of the window itself. Where the box frame remains structurally sound and the sashes retain their integrity, refurbishment represents a entirely sensible and satisfactory decision, allowing the window to perform with renewed efficiency whilst preserving its original character. However, where the frame has suffered significant deterioration or the timber has decayed beyond the point of viable repair, replacement becomes the more practical and appropriate course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slim profile sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or changing the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window looks exactly as the original always did.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Crookedholm
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Crookedholm, whether repairs, restoring, or full replacement, Woodfellas is well equipped to help.
Reach out to our friendly team today and we will guide you towards the most suitable solution for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is completely free, set out in writing, and carries no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will organise everything entirely around you.
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us now on 07920 057592 or fill in the form on our get in touch page and we will get back within 24 hours.