Timber sash and case windows are suitable for every household. Over time, these distinctive windows require some additional care.
Sash cords break, the draught seal wears away, and the bottom rails begin to rot through years of neglect. The window rattles, then jams, then eventually fails to close properly.
Woodfellas has been delivering professional timber sash and case window services to Scottish homes throughout Giffnock for well over two decades, all from our dedicated workshop.
When a window is beyond saving, we restore, and even craft entirely bespoke replacements to order.
Call us on 07920 057592 or contact us via our contact page to arrange a free visit and written quote.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading tells you exactly how it works.
The sash is the sliding glass panel. The case is the hollow box frame built within the wall around the window opening.
Inside each case sit two weights, one designated for the upper sash and another for the lower. These weights are suspended on sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
The lower sash rises as the counterweights drop on the opposite side, and after being released, they keep the sash firmly held in place.
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows work by moving 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 benefits from superb ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is operating as intended, you barely observe it at all.
When the cords break, as they often do after years of use, the sash falls and remains stuck or becomes tricky to operate.
That is precisely the point at which Woodfellas make their their entrance.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window demands an identical solution.
Our Giffnock sash window team meticulously examines your window requirements to determine whether repair or refurbishment is the right solution for you.
Window draught-proofing
Full window refurbishment works best when the original frame is structurally sound but no longer performing well.
Using joinery methods that complement traditional windows, our experienced craftsmen are able to upgrade your glazing and install draught-proofing throughout your home.
A carefully restored sash and case window in your Giffnock home ought to seem as though it could never have been anything other than just as it is.
Every fit we complete is guided by a straightforward aim: effortless operation, silent fitting, and a warm feel within the space.
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacement of sash cords is the most frequently performed repair in our day-to-day work.
When the cords break, the weights stay inactive within the box, no longer linked to the sash in any way.
We take off the pocket cover, remove the weights, install new sash cords, and align the pulleys correctly.
Whilst completing the work, our team will always make sure to thoroughly check the full state of the window, ensuring that nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Lower sections and sills bear the greatest brunt of Giffnock’s severe climatic conditions.
Where the decay remains localised to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully taken out and substituted by splicing in 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 believe there is no need to sacrifice a structurally sound window over a fault that affects only part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is not longer a worthwhile investment, we craft brand new sash windows to your precise specifications within our workshop, then provide and fit them directly at your premises.
Every replacement window is carefully crafted and manufactured to the precise measurements of each opening, available in hardwood or treated pine. We apply considerable care to accurately replicate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar arrangement of the original window.
As timber window manufacturers firmly rooted in Giffnock, we craft and install new sash and case windows across the region, respecting traditional techniques and using only the best quality materials.
Our sash and case window selection covers all the way from a single replacement sash to a complete new window installation for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are supplied as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Giffnock
Enhance your home and everyday comfort with double glazed sash and case windows.
Our slimline sealed units are designed to fit neatly within the original glazing rebate, preserving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern entirely without modification.
From the exterior, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Here is the reason so many homeowners across Giffnock are choosing to improve their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers a substantial boost to your home’s energy efficiency.
This means lower energy bills as your heating system operates less to maintain a pleasant temperature in your home.
Noise reduction
The reduction of noise is one more benefit that homeowners often 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 significantly.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is striking, rich in rich historical significance.
Timber sash and case windows are a distinctive feature of conservation area heritage, and preserving them is hugely important! Why protect the soul of your building with expert timber window restoration from 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 work of any kind.
For more than twenty years, we have been working with properties situated within conservation areas.
We know precisely what the council requires, how to handle the consent process effectively, and how to restore or replace windows in full accordance with those requirements without avoidable delays or revisions.
For a team whose expertise in listed buildings and conservation area projects is equalled only by their deep knowledge of the windows themselves, get in touch today to arrange a complimentary site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Giffnock
The sash is failing to stay in the raised position and drops back down.
When it comes to sash and case repairs, changing a broken sash cord is the job 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 draught seal between the sash and the frame has degraded or was not installed in the first place. A sash and case window affected by draughts will also tend to rattle noisily in the wind due to this very gap!
Having draught-proofing dealt with as part of a comprehensive service visit helps sort out all issues in a single , pleasing sweep.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most highly vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully removed and new sections are inserted using exactly matched material.
The remainder of the original window remains completely untouched.
Window stuck shut by paint
A build-up of paint applied to protect the sash from Scotland’s harsh damp climate can bond it firmly to the frame.
We release the sash, wipe down surface areas, alter the fit where necessary, and return the mechanism to proper working order.
The cords and pulleys are carefully inspected throughout the process, saving you from many repair visits later on.
Single glazing
Single single-glazed panes allow heat to escape rapidly and allow street noise to filter through. We provide double glazing whilst preserving the visible appearance of the window frame entirely.
Sash and case windows Giffnock FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
If refurbishment or replacement is the right path forward depends entirely upon the condition of the existing window structure. If the box frame remains sound and the sashes are structurally intact, refurbishment presents itself as a thoroughly sensible choice, providing a window that performs extremely well whilst preserving every last trace of its original character. However, if the frame has deteriorated severely or the timber has rotted beyond any hope of repair, replacement becomes the far more sensible and logical course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
From the outside, the window looks entirely unchanged, as our slim profile sealed units are designed to sit neatly within the existing glazing rebate without any need to broaden the sash or alter the glazing bar pattern.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Giffnock
Whatever your sash windows may need in Giffnock, whether it is a repair, a careful restoration, or a full replacement, Woodfellas possesses the expertise to manage every aspect with total confidence.
Get in touch with our helpful team today and we will guide you through the best suited solution for every window in your home. Every quotation we provide is free, presented in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation. Should you choose to proceed, we will sort everything out entirely to suit your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our very own workshop using traditional methods and fitted by our in-house joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us today by calling 07920 057592 or just complete the form on our contact page and we will respond to you within 24 hours.