Timber sash and case windows suit every household. Over time, these distinctive windows need some extra care.
Sash cords break under many years of stress, draught seals deteriorate through prolonged lack of maintenance, and bottom rails fall victim to rot where maintenance has been overlooked. The window begins to rattle, then becomes stiff, and ultimately fails to close as it should.
Woodfellas have been relied on timber sash and case window specialists serving Scottish homes across Inverkip from our workshop for over two decades!
When restoring and repairs fall short, we craft fully custom-made replacements, shaping something new from the very soul of what once was.
Contact us on 07920 057592 or get in touch through our contact page to schedule your complimentary visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading accurately reflects how the system operates.
The sash refers to the moveable panel of glass itself, while the case is the hollow box frame that is fitted into the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside each case are 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.
Lift the lower sash and the weights fall on the opposite side. Release it and they hold the sash in place.
Sash and case windows slide vertically, whereas casement windows open outward on hinges.
Both sashes move independently, giving you the ability to open from the top, the bottom, or both at once. You get brilliant ventilation control throughout your home, and with no panel swinging into the room or out towards the street, it is as useful as it is smart!
When the mechanism is functioning as it should, you hardly notice it is present.
When the cords break, as they so frequently do after years of reliable service, the sash drops and remains persistently in place or becomes progressively difficult to operate.
That’s where Woodfellas steps in.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window needs an identical solution.
Our sash windows Inverkip team thoroughly evaluates what your windows require in order to determine whether repair or full refurbishment is the most suitable option for you.
Window draught-proofing
Full window refurbishment works most effectively when the original frame is structurally sound but no longer performing properly.
Our skilled craftsmen use traditional joinery techniques to upgrade your glazing and install draught-proofing throughout.
A carefully restored sash and case window in your Inverkip home should seem as though it has always been exactly as it was meant to be.
Easy to operate, silent in the frame, and warm in the room. That is the standard we work to each time.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains our most commonly carried out repair within the services we offer.
When the cords break, the weights remain idle within the case with no connection to the sash whatsoever.
We reach the pocket piece, take out the weights, fit fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys accurately.
Our team will carefully evaluate the overall condition of the entire window during each visit, making sure that nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Inverkip’s bottom rails and sills withstand the worst weather conditions.
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 are strongly of the opinion that a window which remains fundamentally intact should not be sacrificed simply because one section of it has developed a fault.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has got to the point where repair is not longer a sound investment, we make brand new sash windows to your precise specifications within our workshop, then supply and install them directly at your property.
Every replacement window is made and made to measure in hardwood or treated pine. We closely match the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original.
As wooden window manufacturers situated in Inverkip, we supply and install new sash and case windows throughout the region, employing premium materials and time-honoured craftsmanship.
Our range of sash and case windows encompasses everything from a single replacement sash through to a complete set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as standard.
Double glazed sash windows in Inverkip
Enhance your home and day-to-day living with stunning double glazed sash and case windows!
Our units are slimline sealed units that fit within the original glazing rebate without changing the sash profile or glazing bar pattern.
From the outside, the timber window looks identical to the original.
Find out why homeowners throughout Inverkip are choosing double glazing upgrades for their traditional sash and case windows!
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers a significant boost to your home’s energy efficiency.
This translates directly into reduced energy bills, as your heating system needs to work much less to keep a comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Noise reduction is an additional benefit homeowners notice almost immediately!
If your home sits on a main road or near a major junction, double glazed sash windows will cut noise transmission significantly.
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.
Preserving the distinctive character of our built heritage is exactly what conservation areas are designed to achieve, and sash and case windows form an essential part of that cherished identity. Rely on Woodfellas to honour that heritage through expert timber window restoration.
If your premises falls within one of these designated areas, or if it has listed building status, the regulations surrounding window replacement are specific and must be clearly understood before you arrange any work.
Our expertise working on properties within conservation areas covers more than twenty years.
We understand what the council requires, how to handle the approval process, and how to restore or replace windows in a manner that meets those requirements without needless delays or revisions.
Reach out today for a free site visit and written quotation from a team whose expertise in listed buildings and conservation area projects is matched only by their deep knowledge of the windows themselves.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Inverkip
The sash not staying in the raised position
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 skilled craftspeople.
Draughts and rattling
The seal between the sash and the frame has either deteriorated beyond use or was simply never installed in the first place. That same unrelenting gap responsible for the draughts is equally to blame when the window begins to rattle fretfully against the wind.
Draught proofing in a service package resolves all issues in one go.
Rotten bottom rail
The lower section of the lower sash is the weakest component of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is confined to a particular section of the rail, we gently remove the compromised timber and join fresh, perfectly matched material seamlessly into its place.
The rest of the existing window remains totally undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of paint applied to shield the sash from Scotland’s harsh damp climate can cause it to bind tightly to the frame.
We remove the sash from its housing, carefully clean all contact surfaces, adjust the fit where required, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cables and sheaves are checked throughout the process, saving you from many repair jobs later on!
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are especially inefficient at retaining warmth and offer very little resistance to the intrusion of outside street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing preserves the visible profile of your existing window frames completely.
Sash and case windows Inverkip FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It mainly comes down to the condition of the current window structure. Where the box frame remains sound and the sashes retain their structural integrity, refurbishment is an ideal course of action. You preserve a window that performs admirably whilst retaining its original character fully. However, where the frame has suffered significant deterioration or the timber has rotted beyond any reasonable repair, replacement becomes the more practical and sensible route forward.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes! We fit slim profile sealed units that fit perfectly within the existing glazing rebate without altering the sash or altering 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 Inverkip
Whatever your sash windows may need in Inverkip, be it a repair, a careful restoration, or a full replacement, Woodfellas possesses the expertise to manage every aspect with total confidence.
Give our approachable team a ring today and we will help you determine the very best option for every window in your home. Every quote we offer is free of charge, supplied in writing, and carries no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will arrange everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted right here in our very own premises using time-honoured techniques and fitted by our own experienced joiners throughout Scotland.
Call us today on 07920 057592 or complete the form on our contact page and we will respond within 24 hours!