Wooden 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 begin to rot through years of neglect. The window shakes, then sticks, then ultimately fails to close properly.
Woodfellas have been committed timber sash and case window specialists, serving Scottish homes across Dreghorn from our workshop for more than two decades.
When restoration and repair fall short, we make completely tailored replacements, shaping something new from the very essence of what once was.
Ring us on 07920 057592 or get in touch via our contact form to arrange your free visit and written quote!
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading reflects how the system works.
The sash refers to the movable glass panel, whilst the case is the hollow timber frame that is constructed within the wall around the window opening.
Inside every case sit two weights, one designated for the upper sash and another for the lower. These weights are suspended on 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 operate by sliding vertically.
Each sashes operate independently of one another, 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 as it ought to, you scarcely notice it is present.
When the cords break, as they commonly do after years of everyday use, the sash falls and remains in the position or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas make all the difference.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window calls for an identical solution.
Our sash windows Dreghorn team carefully hears to understand your window’s requirements before recommending whether restoration or full refurbishment is the best-suited path forward for you.
Window draught-proofing
A complete window refurbishment is the right choice when the existing window remains structurally intact yet is failing to perform as it should.
Our experienced craftsmen apply joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, upgrading your glazing and installing draught-proofing throughout your property.
A carefully restored sash and case window in your Dreghorn property should feel as though it was originally meant to be there.
Every installation we complete is guided by one simple ambition: effortless operation, quiet fitting, and a warm feel within the space.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains our most frequently performed repair.
When the cords fail, the weights hang idle within the case with nothing connecting them to the sash.
We reach the pocket piece, take out the weights, install fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys accurately.
Our team will carefully assess the overall condition of the entire window during each visit, ensuring that nothing is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the full force of Dreghorn’s brutal weather 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 are strongly of the opinion that a window which stays fundamentally intact should never be sacrificed simply because one section of it has developed fault.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is no more cost effective, we make brand new sash windows to your exact requirements in our workshop and install them at your property.
Every replacement window is skillfully produced and made to measure in either hardwood or treated pine, with careful attention taken to closely match the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As timber window manufacturers proudly rooted in Dreghorn, we make and install new sash and case windows throughout the region, honouring traditional techniques and sourcing only the finest quality materials.
Our range 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 included as default features.
Double glazed sash windows in Dreghorn
Enhance both the aesthetic appeal and day-to-day comfort of your home with the classic elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units are slim profile sealed units that fit perfectly within the original glazing rebate without altering the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the exterior, the window appears the same to the original!
Find out why homeowners across Dreghorn are deciding to improve their classic sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides significant energy-efficient gains.
This translates directly into reduced energy bills, as your heating system needs to work much less to maintain a comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
The decrease of noise is another advantage that homeowners tend to notice nearly immediately.
If your home is located on a busy road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows will cut down on noise transmission substantially.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is both breathtaking and historically significant.
Timber sash and case windows are a defining feature of conservation area heritage, and maintaining them matters enormously! Why protect the soul of your building with expert timber window restoration from Woodfellas?
If your home is located in one of these designated areas, or if it has listed building status, the regulations surrounding window replacement are specific and must be understood before you set up any work.
We have completed work on conservation area properties for more than twenty years.
We know precisely what the council requires, how to move through the consent process with confidence, and how to restore or replace windows in a manner that satisfies every requirement without unnecessary delays or repeated correspondence.
For a team that truly understands listed buildings and conservation area work just as well as they know the windows themselves, reach out today for a complimentary site visit and written quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Dreghorn
The sash not staying in the raised position
A broken sash cord is the most common repair we carry out on sash and case windows, and as long as the window itself remains in good condition, it is a perfectly straightforward task for our experienced team.
Draughts and rattling
The seal between the sash and the frame has either deteriorated to the point of no longer functioning or was simply never installed in the first place. That very same unforgiving gap responsible for the draughts is equally to blame when the window begins to shake fretfully against the wind.
With draught-proofing included as part of a service package helps address all concerns at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the bottom sash is the most exposed part of a sash and case window!
Where the decay is confined to a particular section of the rail, we gently remove the compromised timber and splice fresh, perfectly matched material seamlessly into its place.
The remainder of the original window remains completely untouched.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of paint applied to protect the sash from Scotland’s harsh wet climate can cause it to bind tightly to the frame.
We free the sash from its binding, thoroughly clean every surface, adjust the fit wherever, and restore the mechanism to smooth, proper working order once again.
The cords and pulleys are fully inspected during the work, saving you from dealing with numerous repair jobs later on.
Single glazing
Single single-glazed panes allow heat to escape quickly and permit street noise to pass through. We provide double glazing while preserving the visible appearance of the window frame completely.
Sash and case windows Dreghorn FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether refurbishment or replacement is the right way 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, when the frame has deteriorated severely or the timber has rotted beyond any hope of repair, replacement becomes the far more practical and logical course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We utilise 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 Dreghorn
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Dreghorn, whether repair, restoration, or full replacement, Woodfellas is fully equipped to assist.
Give our friendly team a ring today and we will assist you in finding the very best option for every window in your home. Every quote we offer is free of charge, provided in writing, and carries no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will organise everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using traditional techniques and installed by our own skilled joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out to us today by phoning 07920 057592 or by filling in the form on our contact page, and we will get back to you within a day.