Wooden sash and case windows enhance many a property. As time passes, however, these distinctive windows will need a little extra care and looking after.
Sash cords break, the draught seal deteriorates, and the bottom rails start to rot through years of neglect. The window shakes, then sticks, then ultimately fails to close properly.
Woodfellas has spent over 20 years as timber sash and case window specialists, serving Scottish homes throughout Crosshouse from our workshop.
When restoring and repair are not enough, we craft completely tailored replacements, fashioning something new from the very soul of what once was.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or via our website contact page to book a complimentary visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading reflects how the system works.
The sash refers to the moving panel of glass itself, whilst the case is the empty box frame that is built within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Housed within each case are two weights, one for the upper sash and one to the lower, both suspended from sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the weights drop down on the opposite side. Release it and they hold the sash perfectly in place!
Whilst casement windows swing open outward on hinges, sash and case windows work by moving vertically instead.
Both sashes operate independently of one another, meaning you can move 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 operates correctly, you hardly notice it at all.
When the cords snap, as they often do with years of use, the sash falls and becomes stuck or becomes tricky to operate.
That’s precisely where Woodfellas step up!
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window requires an the same solution.
Our sash windows team in Crosshouse spends time to grasp the precise requirements of your windows before advising whether repair or full refurbishment is the most appropriate course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
A complete window refurbishment is the best-suited option when the existing window remains sound yet fails to perform to its full potential.
Our professional craftsmen apply traditional joinery techniques to improve your glazing and install draught-proofing throughout.
A beautifully restored sash and case window in your Crosshouse home should seem as though it was always meant to be there!
Effortless to operate, quiet within its frame, and inviting in the space it inhabits. This is the standard we work towards with every single installation.
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacing of sash cords is the most common repair in our work.
When the cords fail, the weights stay idle within the case with no link to the sash.
We remove the pocket cover, remove the weights, install new sash cords, and adjust the pulleys correctly.
Whilst undertaking the work, our team will consistently take the time to thoroughly inspect the full condition of the window, ensuring that nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills endure the toughest of Crosshouse’s weather conditions conditions.
Where the rot is limited to just one section of the rail, we carefully remove the damaged timber and insert fresh new sections using well-matched traditional wood. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding timber and the rest of the original window remains completely intact!
We are strongly of the view that a window which remains structurally sound should not be sacrificed simply because an isolated issue affects only one section of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is no longer a economical option, we produce brand new sash windows to your specific requirements within our workshop and fit them at your property.
Every replacement window is made and made to measure in hardwood or treated pine. We meticulously match the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original.
As timber window manufacturers proudly based in Crosshouse, we supply and install new sash and case windows across the area, bringing together high-quality materials with time-honoured traditional techniques.
Our collection of sash and case windows encompasses everything from a single replacement sash through to a complete suite of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Crosshouse
Enhance your home and everyday comfort with double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units are 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 exterior, the timber window appears the same to the original.
Here is the reason so many property owners throughout Crosshouse are deciding to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides significant energy-efficient gains.
This means reduced energy bills as your heating system works less to keep a pleasant temperature in your home.
Noise reduction
Sound dampening is another benefit homeowners notice quickly.
If your house sits on a busy road or near a major junction, double glazed sash windows will reduce noise transmission substantially.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is stunning, full of a rich history.
The character of conservation areas is something worth preserving with great care, and sash and case windows form a significant part of that architectural identity. Protect the integrity of your property through expert timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your property is located within one of these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are specific and must be understood before any work is commissioned.
Our expertise with properties within conservation areas spans more than twenty years.
We understand what the council requires, how to manage the approval process, and how to restore or replace windows in a manner that meets those requirements without needless delays or revisions.
For a team that understands listed buildings and conservation area work just as closely as they understand the windows themselves, reach out today to book a complimentary site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Crosshouse
The sash failing to remain in the raised position
Replacing broken sash cords is absolutely the most frequent sash and case repair our skilled team tackles, and when the rest of the window is in sound condition it is a remarkably simple task for our skilled crew!
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has either worn away or was simply never installed. A sash and case window affected by draughts will also tend to rattle noisily in the wind due to this very gap!
Having draught-proofing included as part of a service package can help address all concerns in one go.
Rotten bottom rail
The lower rail of the bottom sash is the most exposed 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 spliced in using precisely matched material.
The remainder of the original window remains completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years and years of paint layered onto the sash to protect it from Scotland’s persistent wet weather can eventually sealing it firmly to the frame!
We release the sash from its housing, thoroughly clean all surfaces, carry out any required adjustments to ensure a proper fit, and return the mechanism to proper working order.
The cords and pulleys are inspected throughout the process, saving you from many repair jobs later on!
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes shed heat quickly and admit street noise. We fit double glazing whilst keeping the visible window profile unchanged.
Sash and case windows Crosshouse FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It largely comes down to the condition of the current window structure. Where the box frame remains sound and the sashes retain their structural integrity, refurbishment represents an ideal option. You preserve a window that performs well whilst retaining its original character entirely. However, where the frame has suffered considerable deterioration or the timber has rotted beyond any practical repair, replacement becomes the more practical and sensible route forward.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slimline sealed units that fit into the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or altering the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window looks identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Crosshouse
Whatever your sash windows may require in Crosshouse, whether it is a repair, a careful restoration, or a full replacement, Woodfellas possesses the expertise to manage every aspect with total confidence.
Give our excellent team a ring today and we will assist you in finding the perfect solution for each and every window in your home. Every quote is completely free, given in writing, and is under no obligation whatsoever. If you choose to move forward, we will work completely around your schedule!
Every window is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and installed by our in-house joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us today by calling 07920 057592 or by filling in the form on our contact page, and we will get back to you within 24 hours.