Wooden sash and case windows are suitable for any household. Over time, these distinctive windows require some additional care.
Sash cords break, the draught seal wears away, and the bottom rails start to rot through years of neglect. The window rattles, then sticks, then eventually fails to close properly.
Woodfellas are experienced specialists in timber sash and case windows, working with Scottish homes throughout Govan from our workshop for more than two decades.
When a window is beyond repair, we fix, and also produce bespoke replacement units to order.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or get in touch with us via our contact page to book a free visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading explains the purpose.
The sash refers to the moveable panel of glass itself, while the case is the internal box frame that is constructed into the wall surrounding the window opening.
Housed within each case are two weights, one for the upper sash and one to the lower, both suspended from sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
The lower sash moves up as the weights drop gracefully on the opposite side, and when released, they keep the sash securely in place.
Sash and case windows slide vertically, whereas casement windows open outward on hinges.
Both sashes function independently of one another, meaning you can move the window from the top, the bottom, or both at once. This gives your home excellent ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is operating properly, you scarcely observe it at all.
When the cords snap, which they often do after many years of wear, the sash drops and remains stuck or becomes incredibly difficult to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas steps up.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window requires an exact approach.
Our sash windows Govan team carefully hears to understand your window’s requirements before recommending whether restoration or full refurbishment is the most suitable path forward for you.
Window draught-proofing
Full window refurbishment works most effectively when the original frame is structurally sound but no longer performing well.
Our talented joiners can improve your glazing and install draught-proofing across with traditional joinery methods ideal to traditional windows!
A carefully refurbished sash and case window in your Govan home ought to appear as though it was always perfectly and easily destined to be there.
Effortless to open, silent in the frame and warm throughout the room. That is what we are striving for each and every time!
Sash cord and weight replacement
Replacing sash cords is the most popular repair job we are called out for!
When the cords break, the weights hang unhelpfully inside the case with nothing at all linking them to the sash.
We access the pocket piece, take out the weights, fit fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys accurately.
Our staff will consistently inspect the overall condition of the window during the appointment, ensuring that nothing is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills take the full force of Govan’s harsh weather conditions.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the compromised timber is carefully removed and substituted with new sections spliced in using matched traditional wood. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding material, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved entirely intact.
We are strongly of the opinion that a window which stays structurally sound should never be sacrificed simply because an single issue affects only one section of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is no longer a economical option, we make brand new sash windows to your precise requirements within our workshop and fit them at your property.
Every replacement window is carefully crafted and made to measure in hardwood or treated pine. We meticulously match the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original.
As timber window manufacturers located in Govan, we supply and install new sash and case windows across the region, utilising premium materials and time-honoured craftsmanship techniques.
Our collection of sash and case windows encompasses everything from a single replacement sash right through to a complete set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Govan
Enhance your home and daily comfort with double glazed sash and case windows.
Our slim-profile sealed units are designed to sit neatly within the original glazing rebate, leaving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely unchanged.
From the outside, the wooden window appears the same to the original.
Here is the reason so many homeowners throughout Govan are choosing to improve their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers a substantial improvement to energy efficiency.
This means lower energy bills as your heating system operates less to keep a comfortable temperature in your home.
Noise reduction
The reduction of noise is one more benefit that homeowners often notice nearly 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 just as breathtaking as it is steeped in centuries of remarkable history.
Timber sash and case windows are a distinctive feature of conservation area character, and preserving them matters enormously! 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 proceed with work of any kind.
For over twenty years, we have worked on properties located in conservation areas.
We know precisely what the council needs, how to handle the consent process effectively, and how to restore or replace windows in full compliance with those requirements without unnecessary delays or revisions.
For a team that understands listed buildings and conservation area projects just as thoroughly as they know the windows themselves, reach out today to book a free site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Govan
Sash not holding its position when lifted
Replacing broken sash cords is certainly the commonest sash and case repair our expert team tackles, and when the rest of the window is in good condition it is a very easy task for our professional crew!
Draughts and rattling
The air seal between the sash and frame has failed or was never installed. A leaky sash and case window will also rattle in the wind due to the same gap.
Having draught-proofing dealt with as part of a full service visit helps resolve every issue in a single , satisfying sweep.
Rotten bottom rail
The lower rail of the bottom sash is the most vulnerable part of a sash and case window!
Where the rot is limited to a specific section of the rail, we cut away the damaged timber and fit fresh new sections using closely matched material!
The remainder of the original window remains entirely 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 from its binding, carefully clean every surface, refine the fit required, and return the mechanism to smooth and proper working order once more.
The cords and pulleys are inspected throughout the process, saving you several repair visits.
Single glazing
Single single-glazed panes allow heat to escape rapidly and permit street noise to pass through. We install double glazing whilst maintaining the visible appearance of the window frame completely.
Sash and case windows Govan FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It all depends on the present condition of the window itself. Where the box frame remains sound 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 slimline sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or altering the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window appears identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Govan
Woodfellas handles every sash repair, restoration, or replacement requirement in Govan.
Get in touch to our helpful team today and we will guide you towards the very best solution for every window in your home. Every quote we offer 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 is crafted right here in our very own workshop using traditional techniques and installed by our own skilled joiners throughout Scotland.
Call us now on 07920 057592 or complete the form on our contact page and we will respond within 24 hours!