Timber sash and case windows can truly change any home. But over time, these wonderful windows will need some extra care and care!
Over a period of time, sash cords snap, draught seals deteriorate, and bottom rails start to rot through prolonged neglect. The window then shakes, sticks, and eventually fails to close properly.
Woodfellas have been trusted timber sash and case window experts serving Scottish homes throughout Holywood from our workshop premises for over two decades!
When restoration and repair fall short, we create completely tailored replacements, fashioning something new from the very essence of what once was.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or contact us via our contact page to arrange a complimentary visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title explains exactly how it works.
The sash refers to the moveable panel of glass, whilst the case is the empty box frame that is constructed within the wall around the window opening.
Housed within each case are a pair of 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.
Lift the lower sash up and the weights will drop on the opposite side. Let go of it and they will keep the sash firmly in place.
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows work by moving vertically instead.
Both sashes function independently of one another, meaning you can open the window from the top, the bottom, or both together. This offers your home excellent ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is operating as intended, you scarcely notice it in the least.
When the cords snap, as they commonly do after years of everyday use, the sash falls and remains in the position or becomes increasingly hard to operate.
That’s where Woodfellas comes in.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Each traditional sash window demands its own approach.
Our sash windows team in Holywood 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
When a window remains structurally intact yet fails to deliver on performance, a complete refurbishment becomes the most logical and most worthwhile course of action.
Our skilled craftsmen apply joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, improving your glazing and fitting draught-proofing throughout your home.
A restored sash and case window in your Holywood property ought to feel as though it was already perfectly as it should be.
Every installation we undertake we carry out is guided by a single ambition: smooth use, low-noise fitting, and a warm feel within the space.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains our most frequently performed repair.
When the cords snap, the weights remain idle within the case with not any connection to the sash whatsoever.
We unseal the pocket piece, retrieve the weights, fit new sash cords, and position the pulleys accurately.
Our team will carefully assess the overall condition of the entire window during every visit, making sure that nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills take the full brunt of Holywood’s brutal weather climate.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the compromised timber is meticulously removed and substituted with new sections inserted using matched traditional wood. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding material, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved completely intact.
We hold firmly to the belief that there is simply no reason to replace a window that is still structurally sound just because one portion of it has developed an issue.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond economical repair, we craft brand new sash windows to your precise specifications right in our own workshop and supply and fit them at your property!
Every replacement window is carefully made and individually made in either hardwood or treated pine, with careful attention taken to faithfully mirror the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As timber window manufacturers proudly based in Holywood, we provide and fit new sash and case windows throughout the region, combining high-quality materials with traditional traditional techniques.
Our collection of sash and case windows covers everything from a single replacement sash through to a full set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and improved security hardware are provided as standard.
Double glazed sash windows in Holywood
Transform your home and enhance your everyday living experience with the timeless elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units remain slim profile sealed units that fit perfectly within the original glazing rebate without altering the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the outside, the timber window appears identical to the original!
Here is why property owners across Holywood are selecting double glazing for their traditional sash and case windows.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a substantial improvement to energy efficiency.
This results in lower energy expenditure, as your heating system need not work as hard in order to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Sound dampening is an additional benefit homeowners notice quickly.
If your property is located on a busy road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows reduce noise transmission significantly!
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s stunning architecture carries an remarkable depth of historical heritage within it.
Conservation areas safeguard local character, and sash and case windows make up a vital part of that heritage. Maintain your building’s character through specialist timber window restoration 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 specific and must be understood before any work is commissioned.
We have completed work on conservation area properties for over twenty years.
We know precisely what the council needs, how to navigate the consent process with assurance, and how to repair or replace windows in a manner that satisfies every requirement without needless delays or repeated correspondence.
For a team that is familiar with listed buildings and conservation area work just as closely as they understand the windows themselves, get in touch today to arrange a free site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Holywood
The sash dropping down and not staying up
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 experienced team.
Draughts and rattling
The weatherstripping seal between the sash and the frame has deteriorated or was never installed in the first place in the first place. A sash and case window with draughts will also tend to rattle when exposed to the wind, owing to that very same gap.
Draught proofing as part of a package helps help solve all problems at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower 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 remove the damaged timber and splice in fresh new sections using carefully matched material!
The remainder of the original window remains entirely untouched.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of applying paint to safeguard the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to become firmly bonded to the frame.
We free the sash from its binding, carefully clean every surface, refine the fit required, and restore the mechanism to smooth, proper working order once more.
The cords and pulleys are thoroughly inspected during the procedure, saving you from multiple repair jobs later on.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are particularly inefficient at retaining warmth and provide very little resistance to the intrusion of external street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing maintains the visible profile of your existing window frames entirely.
Sash and case windows Holywood FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It all comes down to the current 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 past repair, replacement becomes the more practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use 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 keeps the appearance of the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Holywood
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Holywood, whether repair, restoring, or full replacement, Woodfellas is well equipped to assist.
Get in touch with our staff today and we will guide you on the most suitable solution for each window. All quotes are free, written, and carry no obligation. If you choose to proceed, we will work around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our very own workshop using traditional methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Get in touch today by phoning 07920 057592 or by completing the form found on our contact page, and a member of our team will respond to you within 24 hours.