Timber sash and case windows enhance any home. Over time, however, these remarkable windows require a degree of extra care and attention.
Sash cords break, the draught seal wears away, and the bottom rails start to rot through years of neglect. The window shakes, then sticks, then ultimately fails to close properly.
Woodfellas have been dedicated timber sash and case window specialists, supporting Scottish homes throughout Doune from our workshop for more than two decades.
We restore and repair, and make bespoke replacements when a window is beyond saving.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or via our website contact page to arrange a complimentary visit and written quote.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading shows the purpose.
The sash is the moveable glass panel. The case is the empty box frame built within the wall around 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 pass over pulley wheels positioned at the top 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!
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows operate by sliding vertically instead.
With both sashes working separately of one another, you have the freedom to open from the top, the bottom, or even both simultaneously. This gives your home outstanding ventilation control, all without any panel moving inward into the room or outside toward the street.
When the mechanism is working perfectly, you hardly think about it twice!
When the cords snap, as they so frequently do after years of faithful service, the sash falls and remains stubbornly in place or becomes progressively difficult to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas steps up.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every period sash window calls for the same approach!
Our sash windows Doune team carefully listens to grasp your window’s requirements before recommending whether restoration or full refurbishment is the best-suited path forward for you.
Window draught-proofing
Full window refurbishment works most effectively when the original frame is structurally sound but no longer performing well.
Our experienced craftsmen use joinery techniques sympathetic to traditional windows, improving your glazing and fitting comprehensive draught-proofing throughout your premises.
A sensitively restored sash and case window in your Doune home is likely to seem as though it was always entirely and readily intended to be there.
Every setup we undertake is shaped by the aim of effortless functioning, noise-free installation work and a pleasant ambience within the room.
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacement of sash cords is the most common repair in our day-to-day work.
When the cords break, the weights hang uselessly inside the case with nothing at all linking them to the sash.
We reach the pocket piece, take out the weights, fit fresh sash cords, and set the pulleys accurately.
Whilst carrying out the work, our team will consistently make sure to thoroughly inspect the full state of the window, so that nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills withstand the most severe of Doune’s weather conditions conditions.
Where the rot is restricted to part of the rail, we remove the affected timber and insert new sections using matching traditional wood. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding timber and the remainder of the original window remains perfectly intact.
We strongly believe there is absolutely no reason to sacrifice a window that remains perfectly sound simply because an issue affects only a portion of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is past economical repair, we make new sash windows to your exact specifications in our workshop and fit them at your property.
Every replacement window is skillfully produced and tailored to measure in either hardwood or treated pine, with meticulous care taken to accurately replicate the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
Based in Doune, we make and fit new sash and case windows across the area using premium materials and traditional techniques.
Our sash and case window range spans everything from a single replacement to a full new window installation for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are supplied as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Doune
Improve both the aesthetic appeal and everyday comfort of your home with expertly made double glazed sash and case windows.
Our sealed units are slimline sealed units that fit within the original glazing rebate without altering the sash profile or glazing bar pattern.
From the exterior, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Here is the reason property owners across Doune are selecting double glazing for their traditional sash and case windows.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a significant improvement to your home’s energy efficiency.
This directly results in reduced energy bills, as your heating system has to work much less to maintain a comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Sound reduction is another advantage that homeowners notice almost immediately.
If your property sits on a main 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 stunning, carrying with it a deeply fascinating historical legacy.
Conservation areas are established to maintain that distinctive character, and sash and case windows form a vital part of it. Protect the character of your home with expert timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your home lies within these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations surrounding window replacement are specific and must be comprehended before you set up any work.
For over twenty years, we have been working with properties located in conservation areas.
We understand what the council requires, how to handle the approval process, and how to restore windows in a manner that satisfies every requirement without needless delays or complications.
For a team whose expertise in listed buildings and conservation area projects is equalled only by their deep knowledge of the windows themselves, reach out today to arrange a complimentary site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Doune
The sash failing to remain in the raised position
Replacing faulty sash cords is the repair our professional team performs most frequently on sash and case windows, and provided the window is otherwise in good condition, it is a quite simple task for our skilled professionals.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has degraded or was simply never installed. A sash and case window suffering from draughts will also often rattle noisily in the wind due to that very same gap!
With 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 lower sash represents the most vulnerable component 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 join fresh, perfectly matched material seamlessly into its place.
The remainder of the original window remains completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years worth of paint layered on the sash in an effort to protect it from Scotland’s relentlessly wet weather can cause it to become firmly sealed against the frame.
We release the sash from its housing, thoroughly clean all surfaces, make any required adjustments to ensure a proper fit, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are fully inspected during the work, saving you from numerous repair visits further down the line.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are especially inefficient at retaining warmth and provide very little resistance to the intrusion of external street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing preserves the visible profile of your existing window frames completely.
Sash and case windows Doune 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 thoroughly sensible choice, delivering a window that performs beautifully 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 much more practical and logical 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 precisely as the original always did.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Doune
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Doune, whether repairs, restoration, or full replacement, Woodfellas is fully equipped to assist.
Reach out to our helpful team today and we will help you navigate the most suitable solution for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is free of charge, set out in writing, and carries no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will arrange everything entirely around you.
Every window and door is crafted right here in our very own workshop using traditional techniques and fitted by our own skilled joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out us today by calling 07920 057592 or simply fill in the form on our contact page and we will respond to you within 24 hours.