Timber sash and case windows can truly transform any home. But over time, these wonderful windows will need some extra attention and care!
Sash cords break, draught seals degrade and bottom rails decay through neglect. The window shakes, jams then does not close properly.
Woodfellas have been dedicated timber sash and case window specialists, serving Scottish homes throughout Drymen from our workshop for more than two decades.
When a window is beyond repair, we offer restoration, fixing, and even the crafting of bespoke replacements.
Contact us on 07920 057592 or get in touch through our contact page to schedule your complimentary visit and quotation in writing.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading indicates the function.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass, whilst the case is the hollow box frame that is built within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Contained within each case are two counterweights, one corresponding to the upper sash and one to the lower. These weights are suspended from sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the uppermost section of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the weights fall down on the opposite side. Let go of it and they hold the sash perfectly in place!
Sash and case windows move vertically, whereas casement windows swing outward on hinges.
Both sashes operate independently, letting you open from the top, the bottom, or both at once. You have precise ventilation control with no panel swinging inward or outward.
When the mechanism is working as it ought to, you scarcely notice it is present.
When the cords eventually fail, as they commonly do after years of regular use, the sash will either drop and remain in that lowered position or become increasingly difficult to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas make their their entrance.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Each traditional sash window demands its individual solution.
Our sash windows Drymen team closely hears to grasp your window’s requirements before advising whether repair or full refurbishment is the most suitable path forward for you.
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet does not perform on performance, a complete refurbishment becomes the most sensible and most worthwhile course of action.
Our experienced craftsmen can improve your glazing and install draught-proofing throughout using traditional joinery methods perfectly suited to traditional windows!
A sympathetically refurbished sash and case window in your Drymen home is likely to seem as though it was always completely and easily meant to be there.
Easy to open, quiet in the frame and warm all through the room. That is what we are striving for each and every time!
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement stands as the most commonly carried out repair in our repertoire.
When the cords snap, the weights lie idle within the case with no connection binding them to the sash.
We access the pocket piece, retrieve the weights, fit fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys with accuracy.
Our team will thoroughly assess the overall condition of the entire window during each visit, making sure that nothing is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills take the full force of Drymen’s harsh weather climate.
Where the decay remains localised to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully removed and substituted by inserting new sections of matched traditional timber. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding wood, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved fully intact.
We are firmly of the opinion that there is no need to sacrifice a window that remains structurally sound simply because an localised issue affects only one section of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond cost-effective repair, we craft brand new sash windows to your exact specifications right in our workshop and supply, then fit them at your home!
Every single replacement window is carefully crafted and made to measure in either hardwood or treated pine. We make serious effort to mirror the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of your original windows!
As timber window manufacturers based in Drymen, we install new sash and case windows throughout the region, employing high-quality materials and time-honoured craftsmanship.
Our collection of sash and case windows covers everything from a single replacement sash right through to a full set of brand new windows for a listed building!
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as standard inclusions.
Double glazed sash windows in Drymen
Transform your property and day-to-day living with stunning double glazed sash and case windows!
Our sealed units are slim-profile sealed units that sit comfortably within the original glazing rebate, needing no alteration to the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the exterior, the timber window appears identical to the original!
Here is the reason why property owners across Drymen are choosing to replace their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers significant energy-efficient gains.
This translates directly into reduced energy bills, as your heating system has to work far less to maintain a comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Sound attenuation is a further advantage that homeowners notice very quickly.
If your property is located on a bustling road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows cut down on noise transmission considerably!
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is both breathtaking and historically significant.
The character of conservation areas is something worth protecting 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 has listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are precise and must be understood before any work is commissioned.
We have been working on premises located within conservation areas for over twenty years.
We understand council expectations, can manage the consent process, and restore windows to meet requirements without avoidable delays.
For a team that truly appreciates listed buildings and conservation area work just as well as they know the windows themselves, reach out today for a free site visit and detailed quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Drymen
Sash not staying in the raised position
Replacing broken sash cords is the most regular sash and case repair we undertake, and on an otherwise undamaged window it is a straightforward task for our professional team.
Draughts and rattling
The weatherstripping seal between the sash and the frame has deteriorated or was not installed at all in the first place. A sash and case window affected by draughts will likewise tend to rattle when exposed to gusts, owing to this same gap.
Draught proofing within a service package resolves all issues in a single visit.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash represents the weakest part of a sash and case window.
When the rot is limited to a specific section of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and splice in fresh new sections using closely matched material!
The remainder of the original window is left entirely untouched.
Window stuck shut by paint
Decades of paint layered on the sash in an effort to shield it from Scotland’s relentlessly wet weather can cause it to become firmly sealed against the frame.
We remove the sash from its housing, carefully clean the contact surfaces, refine the fit where required, and return the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are checked at every stage, spare you from having to carry out several repair jobs.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes lose heat quickly and provide little resistance to street noise. We install double glazing whilst preserving the visible profile of the window entirely.
Sash and case windows Drymen FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It all comes down to the present condition of the window itself. Where the box frame remains solid and the sashes are structurally sound, refurbishment is a practical choice. You keep a window that performs effectively whilst preserving its original character. Where the frame has suffered serious deterioration, or the timber has rotted beyond the point of repair, replacement becomes the practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slim profile sealed units that sit within the existing glazing rebate without any need to widen the sash or alter the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window appears the same to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Drymen
Should you need a sash repair, restoration, or full replacement in Drymen, Woodfellas has the expertise to handle every aspect with attention.
Get in touch to our friendly team today and we will assist you in finding the ideal solution for every window in your home. All quote we offer is free, written, and comes with absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to proceed, we will arrange everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our very own workshop using time-honoured methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out to us today by phoning 07920 057592 or by completing the form on our contact page, and we will respond to you within 24 hours.