Timber sash and case windows are a lovely feature in any home, but as the years pass, these remarkable windows do require a little further care and attention.
Sash cords snap and draught seals wear out while bottom rails begin to rot after years of neglect. The window shakes first, then sticks, then eventually fails to close properly altogether.
Woodfellas are experienced specialists in timber sash and case windows, serving Scottish homes throughout Dunipace from our workshop for more than two decades.
When restoration and repairs fall short, we make fully custom-made replacements, forming something new from the very soul of what once was.
Contact 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 reflects how the system works.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass, whilst the case is the empty box frame that is built within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside every case sit two weights, one supporting the upper sash and one serving the lower. These are suspended from sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the counterweights descend on the opposite side, releasing it allowing them to hold the sash firmly in place.
While casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows move by sliding vertically instead.
Both sashes glide independently of one another, meaning you can open them from the top, the bottom, or indeed both at once. Your home enjoys superb ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is working perfectly, you hardly think about it twice!
When the cords break, as they so often do after years of faithful service, the sash falls and remains persistently in place or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That is exactly where Woodfellas make their entrance.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window demands an identical solution.
Our sash windows team in Dunipace genuinely takes the time to get to grips with exactly what your windows need, so they can recommend whether repair or refurbishment is the right route 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, improving your glazing and fitting draught-proofing throughout your property.
A carefully restored sash and case window in your Dunipace property should seem as though it was always meant to be there.
Easy to use, quiet in the frame, and warm in the room. That is the level we work to every time.
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacement of sash cords is the most common repair in our work.
When the cords snap, the weights stay idle within the box, no more linked to the sash in any manner.
We take off the pocket cover, take out the weights, fit new sash cords, and adjust the pulleys correctly.
Our team will always inspect the full condition of the window while on site, ensuring nothing goes unnoticed.
Timber repairs
Lower rails and sills bear the full brunt of Dunipace’s severe climate.
Where rot is confined to part of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and splice in new sections using matched traditional timber. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding wood, leaving the rest of the original window fully intact.
We are strongly of the view that a window which remains structurally sound should never be sacrificed simply because an single issue affects only one part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is no longer cost effective, we create brand new sash windows to your precise requirements in our workshop and fit them at your property.
Every new window is meticulously and expertly crafted to your exact measurements in either hardwood or treated pine. We carefully ensure to faithfully reproduce the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As wooden window manufacturers situated in Dunipace, we provide and fit new sash and case windows across the region, employing high-quality materials and traditional craftsmanship.
Our range of sash and case windows covers everything from one single replacement sash right through to a complete set of brand new windows for a listed building!
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as standard inclusions.
Double glazed sash windows in Dunipace
Enhance your home and day-to-day living with stunning double glazed sash and case windows!
Our units have a slim sealed design that fits neatly within the original glazing rebate, leaving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely unchanged.
From the exterior, the timber window looks the same to the original.
Find out why homeowners across Dunipace are deciding to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a substantial boost to your home’s energy efficiency.
This directly results in lower energy bills, as your heating system has to work far less to keep a comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Acoustic attenuation is a further advantage that homeowners observe almost immediately.
If your property sits on a busy road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows reduce noise transmission considerably!
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s stunning architecture holds an extraordinary depth of historical heritage within it.
Conservation areas are established to maintain that distinctive character, and sash and case windows form a vital part of it. Safeguard the character of your home with professional 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.
For more than twenty years, we have been working on properties nestled within conservation areas.
We understand what the council requires, how to manage the approval process, and how to replace windows in a way that satisfies every requirement without unnecessary delays or complications.
For a team that understands listed buildings and conservation area work as well as they understand the windows themselves, get in touch today for a complimentary site visit and written quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Dunipace
The sash slipping down and refusing to stay up
When it comes to sash and case repairs, replacing a broken sash cord is the task we encounter most frequently, and if the window itself is in good condition, it is a quite straightforward job for our skilled team.
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 gap.
Draught proofing as part of a service package deals with all issues in one go.
Rotten bottom rail
The lower section 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 of coatings applied to the sash to protect it from Scotland’s damp climate can make it become stuck to the frame.
We release the sash from its binding, carefully clean every surface, adjust the fit wherever, and return the mechanism to smooth, proper working order once more.
The cords and pulleys are checked throughout the procedure, saving you multiple repair visits.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes surrender their warmth with surprising ease and offer little resistance to the clamour of the street beyond. We swap them out with double glazing whilst retaining every detail of the window’s outward appearance entirely intact.
Sash and case windows Dunipace FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It mainly 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 excellent course of action. 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 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 retains the appearance of the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Dunipace
Woodfellas handles every sash repair, restoration, or replacement need in Dunipace.
Get in touch with our experienced team today and we will guide you through the most suitable solution for every window in your home. Every quotation we offer is free, presented in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation. Should you choose to proceed, we will arrange everything entirely around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted within our own workshop using time-honoured methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us today by phoning 07920 057592 or by filling in the form found on our contact page, and a member of our team will get back to you within 24 hours.