Timber sash and case windows grace any household. Over time, however, these remarkable windows require a degree of additional care and attention.
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 has been delivering professional timber sash and case window services to Scottish homes throughout Kilmaurs for well over two decades, all from our specialist workshop.
We repair, and manufacture bespoke replacements when a window is beyond saving.
Contact to us on 07920 057592 or via our website contact page to arrange a complimentary visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading accurately reflects how the system works.
The sash refers to the gliding panel of glass itself, while the case is the empty box frame that is fitted into the wall surrounding the window opening.
Nestled within each case sit two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving the lower, suspended on sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Lift the lower sash and the counterweights drop on the opposite side, when released allows them to hold the sash firmly in place.
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows operate by moving vertically.
Both sashes operate 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 practical as it is clever!
When the mechanism is working flawlessly, you barely think about it twice!
When the cords break, which they often do after many years of wear, the sash drops and stays stuck or becomes very difficult to operate.
That’s where Woodfellas comes in.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window needs an identical solution.
Our sash windows Kilmaurs team carefully assesses what your windows require in order to determine whether repair or full refurbishment is the best-suited option for you.
Window draught-proofing
Full window refurbishment works most effectively when the original frame is structurally sound but no longer performing well.
Our skilled craftsmen apply traditional joinery techniques to improve your glazing and install draught-proofing throughout.
A carefully restored sash and case window in your Kilmaurs property should seem as though it was always meant to be there.
Effortless to operate, quiet within its frame, and inviting in the space it inhabits. That is the level we aim for with every single installation.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains our most often completed repair.
When the cords break, the weights remain resting uselessly inside the casing with nothing to connect them to the sash.
We remove the pocket cover, remove the weights, fit new sash cords, and adjust the pulleys correctly.
Our team will thoroughly inspect the overall state of the entire window during every visit, ensuring that nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills endure the most severe of Kilmaurs’s weather conditions conditions.
Where the rot is limited to just one section of the rail, we carefully remove the damaged timber and insert fresh new sections using perfectly matched traditional wood. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding timber and the rest of the original window remains fully intact!
We are firmly of the view that there is no reason to sacrifice a window that remains structurally sound simply because an localised issue affects only one part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is not longer a sound investment, we craft brand new sash windows to your precise specifications within our workshop, then supply and install them directly at your premises.
Every replacement window is precision crafted and made to measure in hardwood or treated pine. We closely match the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original.
As timber window manufacturers located in Kilmaurs, we supply and install new sash and case windows throughout the region, using premium materials and time-honoured craftsmanship techniques.
Our range 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 enhanced security hardware are provided as standard.
Double glazed sash windows in Kilmaurs
Enhance both the aesthetic appeal and day-to-day comfort of your home with the timeless elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our slim-profile sealed units are made to sit neatly within the original glazing rebate, leaving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern entirely unchanged.
From the outside, the timber window looks identical to the original.
Here is why so many homeowners throughout Kilmaurs are choosing to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a substantial boost to your home’s energy efficiency.
This translates directly into reduced energy bills, as your heating system has to work much less to keep a comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Sound reduction is an additional benefit that homeowners observe almost immediately.
Living on a busy road or close to a busy intersection, double glazed sash windows 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 imbued with centuries of extraordinary history.
Conservation areas protect local character, and sash and case windows form a vital part of that heritage. Preserve your building’s character through specialist timber window restoration by Woodfellas.
If your property lies within these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations surrounding window replacement are stricter and must be understood before you organise any work.
Our experience working on properties within conservation areas covers more than twenty years.
We understand what the council demands, how to manage the approval process, and how to restore or replace windows in a manner that meets those requirements without unnecessary delays or revisions.
For a team that truly understands listed buildings and conservation area work just as well as they understand the windows themselves, reach out today for a complimentary site visit and written quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Kilmaurs
The sash is failing to stay in the raised position and drops back down.
Changing faulty sash cords is the repair our professional team performs most often on sash and case windows, and provided the window is otherwise in good condition, it is a quite straightforward task for our professional professionals.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has worn away or was never installed in the first place. A sash and case window that lets in draughts will also often rattle in the wind due to that very same gap.
With draught-proofing included as part of a service package helps address all concerns at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where rot is limited to part of the rail, we cut out the damaged timber and insert new sections using matched material.
The remainder of the existing window remains completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of applying paint to protect the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to become firmly attached to the frame.
We free the sash, clean all surface areas, fine-tune the fit where necessary, and restore the mechanism to proper working order.
The cords and pulleys are checked throughout the procedure, sparing you several repair visits.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes allow heat to escape quickly and allow street noise to filter through. We install double glazing whilst maintaining the visible appearance of the window frame completely.
Sash and case windows Kilmaurs 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. When the box frame remains sound and the sashes are structurally intact, refurbishment presents itself as a thoroughly sensible choice, providing a window that performs beautifully 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?
Yes! We use slim profile sealed units that sit neatly within the existing glazing rebate without altering the sash or altering the glazing bar pattern. From the outside the window appears exactly the same to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Kilmaurs
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Kilmaurs, from restoration and repair through to full replacement, Woodfellas has the experience to take care of everything.
Give our friendly team a call today and we will help you find the ideal solution for each and every window in your home. Every quote is entirely free, provided in writing, and is under no obligation whatsoever. If you choose to move forward, we will work completely around your schedule!
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and fitted by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out to us today by calling 07920 057592 or by completing the form on our contact page, and we will respond to you within 24 hours.