Wooden sash and case windows adorn many a home. With time, however, these distinctive windows will require a little extra care and maintenance.
Sash cords break, draught seals deteriorate and bottom rails rot through neglect. The window shakes, jams then fails to close properly.
Woodfellas are specialists in timber sash and case windows, serving Scottish homes across Kelvindale from our workshop for over two decades.
When a window is beyond saving, we restore, and even create fully custom replacements to order.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or via our contact page to book a free visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading shows you precisely how it works.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass itself, whilst the case is the empty box frame that is built within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside every case sit two weights, one supporting the upper sash and one serving the lower. These are suspended from sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Lift the lower sash and the weights drop down on the opposite side. Release it and they keep the sash perfectly in place!
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows work by moving vertically.
Both sashes operate independently, giving you the freedom to open from the top, the bottom, or both at once. You enjoy 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 clever!
When the mechanism is operating correctly, you scarcely notice it at all.
When the cords snap, which they often do after years of use, the sash drops and stays stuck or becomes very difficult to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas make the difference.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window requires an exact solution.
Our sash windows team in Kelvindale takes the time to truly appreciate the particular needs of your windows, so that they can confidently recommend whether a repair or a full refurbishment is the most suitable course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
Full window refurbishment works best when the original frame is structurally sound but no longer performing properly.
Our skilled joiners can enhance your glazing and fit draught-proofing throughout with joinery techniques perfectly suited to traditional windows!
A expertly restored sash and case window in your Kelvindale home ought to seem as though it could never have been anything other than perfectly as it is.
Easy to operate, quiet within its frame, and inviting in the space it inhabits. That is the level we strive towards with every single installation.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement stands as the most commonly carried out repair in our repertoire.
When the cords fail, the weights stay idle inside the case with no connection to the sash.
We take off the pocket cover, remove the weights, fit new sash cords, and align the pulleys correctly.
Our team will consistently assess the full condition of the window while on site, ensuring nothing goes unnoticed.
Timber repairs
The bottom rails and sills take the full force of Kelvindale’s severe weather conditions.
Where when the decay remains localised to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully taken out and replaced 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 strongly believe to the belief that there is absolutely no reason to sacrifice a window that remains structurally sound just because one portion of it has developed an issue.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is no longer cost effective, we craft brand new sash windows to your exact requirements in our workshop and install them at your property.
Every new window is meticulously and expertly crafted to your exact measurements in either hardwood or treated pine. We carefully ensure to faithfully reproduce the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As timber window manufacturers with pride based in Kelvindale, we supply and install brand new sash and case windows across the region, combining quality materials with time honoured heritage techniques!
Our collection of sash and case windows encompasses everything from a single replacement sash through to a full set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as standard inclusions.
Double glazed sash windows in Kelvindale
Improve both the aesthetic appeal and day-to-day comfort of your home with the timeless elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units are slimline sealed units that sit comfortably within the original glazing rebate, needing no alteration to the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the exterior, the timber window appears the same to the original.
Here is why so many property owners throughout Kelvindale are choosing to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers significant energy-efficient gains.
This means reduced energy bills as your heating system operates less to keep a pleasant temperature in your home.
Noise reduction
Reducing sound is another benefit that homeowners observe very quickly.
If your house sits on a busy road or close to 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 magnificent, carrying with it a deeply fascinating historical legacy.
The nature of a building contains stories worth preserving, and sash and case windows are woven deeply into this living narrative. Rely on Woodfellas to respect that story through expert timber window restoration.
If your property is in one of these zones, or happens to be a listed building, the regulations surrounding window replacement are precise and well worth understanding before you arrange any work!
For more than twenty years, we have carried out work on properties located within conservation areas.
Having developed a strong understanding of council expectations, we are ideally placed to guide you through the consent process and undertake window restoration or replacement work that fulfils all requirements efficiently and without unnecessary delays.
For a team with expertise in listed buildings and conservation area projects is matched 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 Kelvindale
The sash not staying in the raised position
Replacing broken sash cords is certainly the most common sash and case repair our experienced team tackles, and when the rest of the window is in good condition it is a very straightforward task for our skilled crew!
Draughts and rattling
The weatherseal between the sash and the frame has degraded or was simply never installed in the first place. When this gap exists, it is also quite common for the sash and case window to vibrate noticeably in the wind as a direct result of that same gap.
Having draught-proofing included as part of a service package can help address all concerns at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom section of the lower sash represents the most vulnerable component of a sash and case window.
Where the rot is confined to a particular section of the rail, we cut away the damaged timber and splice in fresh new sections using closely matched material!
The remainder of the original window remains completely unaltered.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of using paint to safeguard the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to become firmly stuck to the frame.
We release the sash gently, clean and prepare the surfaces thoroughly, make any required adjustments to the fit, and return the mechanism to proper working order.
The cords and pulleys are fully inspected during the work, saving you from dealing with numerous repair jobs later on.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are particularly inefficient at retaining warmth and offer very little resistance to the intrusion of external street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing preserves the visible profile of your existing window frames entirely.
Sash and case windows Kelvindale 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 sensible choice. You keep a window that performs effectively whilst preserving its original character. Where the frame has suffered significant deterioration, or the timber has rotted past repair, replacement becomes the practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slimline sealed units that fit into the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or altering the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window looks identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Kelvindale
Whatever your sash windows may need in Kelvindale, whether it is a repair, a careful restoration, or a full replacement, Woodfellas possesses the expertise to manage every aspect with complete confidence.
Reach out to our friendly team today and we will assist you in finding the ideal solution for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is free, written, and comes with absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to go ahead, we will arrange everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using time-honoured methods and installed by our in-house joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us now by phoning 07920 057592 or by filling in the form on our contact page, and we will respond to you within a day.