Timber sash and case windows enhance any household. Over time, however, these remarkable windows require a degree of extra care and attention.
Sash cords snap and draught seals wear out while bottom rails start to rot through years of neglect. The window rattles first, then sticks, then simply refuses to close properly!
Woodfellas have been relied on timber sash and case window specialists serving Scottish homes across Elderslie from our workshop premises for more than two decades!
When a window is beyond redemption, we repair, and even craft entirely bespoke replacements to order.
Call 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 term explains the function.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass itself, whilst the case is the hollow box frame that is built within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Nestled within each case sit two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving the lower, suspended on sash cords that run 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 hold the sash perfectly in place!
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows operate by sliding vertically instead.
Each sashes operate independently of one another, allowing you to open the window from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. This provides your home with superb ventilation control, entirely without a panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the system is functioning as it ought to, you barely think about it at all.
When the cords break, as they commonly do after years of regular use, the sash drops and remains in that position or becomes increasingly hard to operate.
That is exactly where Woodfellas make their entrance.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window demands an identical solution.
Our sash windows team in Elderslie takes the time to understand the precise requirements of your windows before advising whether repair or full refurbishment is the most suitable course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
A full window refurbishment is the best-suited course of action when the existing window remains structurally intact yet does not manage to function to its full potential.
Our skilled craftsmen use joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, upgrading your glazing and installing draught-proofing throughout your home.
A tastefully restored sash and case window in your Elderslie house should seem as though it has always been exactly as it was meant to be.
Effortless to operate, quiet within the frame, and inviting in the space. That is the standard we strive towards on every instance.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains our most commonly carried out repair.
When the cords snap, the weights remain inactive within the box, no longer linked to the sash in any manner.
We open the pocket piece, remove the weights, attach new sash cords, and position the pulleys precisely.
Whilst undertaking the work, our team will always make sure to thoroughly inspect the full state of the window, so that nothing is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the harshest of Elderslie’s weather conditions conditions.
Where the decay remains localised to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully taken out and replaced 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 entirely intact.
We think there is no reason to sacrifice a structurally sound window over a fault that affects only part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond economical repair, we make new sash windows to your precise specifications in our workshop and provide and fit them at your property.
Every single replacement window is skilfully crafted and made to measure in either hardwood or treated pine. We put in serious effort to match the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of your original windows!
Based in Elderslie, we make and install new sash and case windows across the region using premium materials and traditional techniques.
Our sash and case window range covers everything from a single replacement sash to a complete new window installation for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Elderslie
Enhance your property and day-to-day living with beautiful 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 outside, the timber window looks identical to the original.
Here is the reason so many homeowners across Elderslie are deciding to improve their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service offers your energy efficiency a significant boost!
This means lower energy bills as your heating system operates less to keep a pleasant temperature in your home.
Noise reduction
Sound reduction is another advantage that homeowners often notice almost immediately.
If your home sits on a bustling road or close to 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 as breathtaking as it is steeped in centuries of extraordinary history.
The character of conservation areas is something worth protecting with care, and sash and case windows form a significant part of that architectural identity. Protect the integrity of your property through professional timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your property falls 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 you go ahead with any work.
For over twenty years, we have been working on properties located within conservation areas.
We know precisely what the council needs, how to move through the consent process with confidence, and how to restore or renew windows in a manner that satisfies every requirement without unnecessary delays or repeated correspondence.
For a team that knows listed buildings and conservation area work as well as they understand the windows themselves, contact us today for a free site visit and written quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Elderslie
The sash slipping down and refusing to stay up
Repairing broken sash cords is the repair our experienced team undertakes most frequently on sash and case windows, and where the window itself remains in good condition, it is a wonderfully simple task for our experienced craftspeople.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has degraded or was not installed in the first place. A sash and case window suffering from draughts will also often rattle noisily in the wind due to that very same gap!
Draught proofing in a service package resolves all issues at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The lower rail of the lower sash is the most vulnerable part of a sash and case window!
Where rot is confined to part of the rail, we cut out the damaged timber and splice in new sections using matched material.
The remainder of the original window remains completely untouched.
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 sheaves are checked throughout the process, sparing you from numerous repair jobs down the line!
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes allow heat to escape quickly and allow street noise to pass through. We fit double glazing whilst preserving the visible appearance of the window frame entirely.
Sash and case windows Elderslie FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
So what’s the best answer? It really depends on the condition of the window itself! If the box frame is solid and the sashes are structurally sound, refurbishment is absolutely worth considering. You get fantastic performance without sacrificing any of the original character. But if the frame has seriously deteriorated or the timber has rotted beyond saving, replacement is honestly the more sensible and practical option.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes! We fit slim profile sealed units that sit neatly within the existing glazing rebate without altering the sash or changing the glazing bar pattern. From the outside the window looks absolutely identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Elderslie
Woodfellas handles every sash repair, restoration, or replacement need in Elderslie.
Reach out to our friendly 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 absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will organise everything entirely around you.
Every window and door is crafted in our very own workshop, using traditional techniques, and fitted by our own skilled joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us today by phoning 07920 057592 or just fill in the form on our contact page and we will respond to you within 24 hours.