Timber sash and case windows are suitable for every household. Over time, these distinctive windows require some additional care.
Sash cords break, draught seals deteriorate and bottom rails rot through neglect. The window shakes, jams then fails to close properly.
Woodfellas have been relied on timber sash and case window experts serving Scottish homes across Garelochhead from our workshop premises for more than two decades!
When a window is beyond redemption, we repair, and even make custom-made replacements to order.
Contact to us on 07920 057592 or via our contact page to arrange a free visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title explains the purpose.
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.
Inside each case sit two weights, one serving an upper sash and one serving an lower. They are hung on sash cords that pass over pulley wheels fitted into the top of the frame.
The lower sash rises as the counterweights descend on the opposite side, and after being released, they keep the sash securely held in place.
Sash and case windows slide vertically, whereas casement windows swing outward on hinges.
Both sashes move independently of one another, meaning you can open it 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 properly, you hardly observe it whatsoever.
When the cords snap, as they commonly do after years of regular use, the sash falls and remains in that position or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That is exactly the point at which Woodfellas make their their entrance.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Each traditional sash window demands its own approach.
Our sash windows Garelochhead team thoroughly evaluates what your windows require in order to determine whether repair or full refurbishment is the best-suited option for you.
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet does not provide optimal performance, a full refurbishment presents itself as the most sensible course of action.
Our skilled craftsmen use joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, upgrading your glazing and installing draught-proofing throughout your property.
A beautifully restored sash and case window in your Garelochhead home should seem as though it was always intended to be there!
Easy to open, quiet in the frame and warm throughout the room. That is what we are striving for each and every time!
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains the most commonly carried out repair within the services we offer.
When the cords break, the weights dangle uselessly inside the case with absolutely nothing linking them to the sash.
We access the pocket piece, take out the weights, fit fresh sash cords, and set the pulleys accurately.
Our team will always assess the overall condition of the window during the appointment, making sure that no detail is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the harshest of Garelochhead’s weather conditions.
Where rot is confined to part of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and insert new sections using matched traditional timber. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding wood, leaving the rest of the original window fully intact.
We believe there is no need to replace a structurally sound window over a fault that affects only part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond cost-effective repair, we make brand new sash windows to your precise specifications right in our workshop and supply and fit them at your property!
Every new window is carefully crafted and made to measure in hardwood or treated pine. We carefully match the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original.
As wooden window manufacturers situated in Garelochhead, we install new sash and case windows throughout the region, employing high-quality materials and traditional craftsmanship.
Our sash and case window selection spans all the way from a single replacement to a complete new window installation for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as standard!
Double glazed sash windows in Garelochhead
Transform your property and enhance your everyday living experience with the classic elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our sealed units are slimline sealed units that fit neatly 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 property owners across Garelochhead are selecting double glazing for their traditional sash and case windows.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers significant energy-efficient gains.
This translates straight away into reduced energy bills, as your heating system no longer needs to work as hard to maintain a pleasant, comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Sound reduction is an additional benefit that homeowners often notice almost immediately.
Living on a busy street or near a busy junction, double glazed sash windows help to reduce noise transmission significantly.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s stunning architecture carries 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. Protect the character of your home with expert timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your property falls within one of these zones, or is a listed building, the regulations surrounding window replacement are specific and well worth understanding before you arrange any work!
For over twenty years, we have been working on properties located within conservation areas.
Having developed a strong understanding of council expectations, we are ideally placed to support you with the consent process and carry out window restoration or replacement work that fulfils all requirements effectively and without needless delays.
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 Garelochhead
The sash is failing to remain in the raised position and falls back down.
Replacing broken sash cords is the most regular sash and case repair we carry out, and on an otherwise intact window it is a straightforward task for our skilled team.
Draughts and rattling
The weatherstripping seal between the sash and the frame has worn away or was not installed at all in the first instance. A sash and case window affected by draughts will also tend to rattle when exposed to wind, owing to the same gap.
Draught-proofing carried out as part of a service call can help fix all issues in a one visit.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most highly vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where the rot is restricted to a specific section of the rail, we take out the damaged timber and insert new sections using matching material.
The remainder of the existing window remains totally undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Many years of paint layered onto the sash to shield it from Scotland’s persistent wet weather can end up sealing it firmly to the frame!
We release the sash, wipe down surface areas, adjust the fit as needed, and restore the mechanism to proper working order.
The cords and pulleys are thoroughly inspected during the procedure, saving you from several repair jobs later on.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes lose their warmth with remarkable ease and provide little resistance to the clamour of the street beyond. We replace them with double glazing whilst preserving every detail of the window’s outward appearance entirely intact.
Sash and case windows Garelochhead FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
So what’s the best answer? It really comes down to the condition of the window itself! If the box frame is solid and the sashes are structurally sound, refurbishment is certainly worth considering. You get excellent performance without sacrificing any of that 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 use slim profile sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without any need to widen the sash or alter the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window looks identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Garelochhead
Woodfellas takes care of every sash repair, restoration, or replacement requirement in Garelochhead.
Contact with our knowledgeable 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 commitment. Should you choose to proceed, we will organise everything entirely to suit your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our very own workshop using time-honoured techniques and fitted by our experienced joiners throughout Scotland.
Give us a call today on 07920 057592 or complete the form on our contact page and we will respond within 24 hours!