Wooden sash and case windows enhance many a home. Over time, however, these distinctive windows will demand a little extra care and maintenance.
Sash cords snap, the draught seal deteriorates, and the bottom rails begin to rot through years of neglect. The window shakes, then jams, then eventually fails to close properly.
Woodfellas has spent over 20 years as timber sash and case window specialists, helping Scottish homes across Kings Park from our workshop.
We restore , and even craft fully bespoke replacements when a window is beyond saving!
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or connect with us through our contact page to arrange your complimentary visit and quotation in writing.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title shows you exactly how it works.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass itself, whilst the case is the hollow box frame that is constructed within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside each case sit two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving an lower. They are suspended on sash cords that pass over pulley wheels fitted into the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the weights drop down on the opposite side. Let go of it and they hold the sash perfectly in place!
While casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows move by moving vertically instead of that.
With both sashes working separately of one another, you have the ability to open from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. This gives your home excellent ventilation control, all without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward toward the street.
When the mechanism functions correctly, you barely notice it at all.
When the cords snap, as they commonly do after years of everyday use, the sash falls and remains in that position or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas steps up.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every period sash window calls for the same approach!
Our sash windows team in Kings Park takes the time to truly appreciate the specific needs of your windows, ensuring they can recommend with confidence whether a repair or a full refurbishment is the most suitable course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
A complete window overhaul is the smart move when the existing frame is structurally solid yet simply not performing as expected!
Our experienced tradesmen can improve your glazing and fit draught-proofing across with joinery techniques ideal to traditional windows!
A beautifully restored sash and case window in your Kings Park house should seem as though it has always been exactly as it was meant to be.
Every installation we perform is driven by the aim of effortless use, quiet installation work and a inviting ambience within the space.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains the most commonly carried out repair within our service offering.
When the cords break, the weights remain sitting pointlessly inside the casing with nothing to connect them to the sash.
We open the pocket piece, retrieve the weights, attach new sash cords, and align the pulleys accurately.
Whilst carrying out the work, our team will consistently make sure to thoroughly inspect the full condition of the window, so that absolutely nothing is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the force of Kings Park’s unforgiving 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 are firmly of the view that a window which stays structurally sound should never be discarded simply because an single issue impacts only one part 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 install them at your property.
Every single replacement window is expertly crafted and made to measure in either hardwood or treated pine. We apply serious effort to mirror the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of your original windows!
Based in Kings Park, we make and install new sash and case windows across the region using high-quality materials and time-honoured techniques.
Our range of sash and case windows caters for everything from one single replacement sash right through to a complete set of brand new windows for a listed building!
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Kings Park
Elevate your property and day-to-day living with beautiful double glazed sash and case windows!
Our slimline sealed units are made to sit neatly within the original glazing rebate, maintaining the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely without modification.
From the outside, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Find out why homeowners throughout Kings Park are choosing double glazing upgrades for their traditional sash and case windows!
Energy efficiency
Our service provides a noticeable improvement to your home’s efficiency.
This means your heating system works far less to maintain a cosy temperature, which straight away results in lower energy bills for you!
Noise reduction
Reduced sound is an additional benefit that homeowners often notice almost immediately.
If your home sits on a bustling road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows will reduce noise transmission significantly.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s stunning architecture holds an extraordinary depth of historical heritage within it.
The nature of a building holds 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 is a listed building, the regulations surrounding window replacement are specific and absolutely worth understanding before you arrange any work!
Our experience with properties within conservation areas spans more than twenty years.
We understand precisely what the council requires, how to move through the consent process with confidence, and how to repair or replace windows in a manner that meets every requirement without needless delays or further correspondence.
Reach out now for a complimentary site visit and written quotation from a team whose expertise in listed buildings and conservation area projects is only matched by their profound knowledge of the windows themselves.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Kings Park
Sash not staying in the raised position
Replacing broken sash cords is the most common sash and case repair we carry out, and on an otherwise sound window it is a straightforward and simple task for our professional team.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has either deteriorated or was never fitted at all. A sash and case window affected by draughts will also often rattle noisily in the wind due to this very gap!
Draught-proofing done as part of a service call can help resolve all issues in a one visit.
Rotten bottom rail
The lowest rail of the bottom sash is the most vulnerable component of a sash and case window.
Where rot is confined to part of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and insert new sections using matched material.
The rest of the original window remains completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of coatings applied to the sash to shield it from Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to become stuck to the frame.
We remove the sash from its housing, carefully clean all surfaces, carry out any required adjustments to ensure a proper fit, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are thoroughly inspected during the work, saving you from facing 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 external street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing maintains the visible profile of your existing window frames completely.
Sash and case windows Kings Park FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
So what’s the right answer? It really depends on the condition of the window itself! If the box frame is solid and the sashes are structurally sound, refurbishment is certainly worth considering. You get fantastic performance without sacrificing any of the original character. But if the frame has seriously deteriorated or the timber has rotted beyond saving, replacement is honestly the more sensible and practical option.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slender profile sealed units that sit within the existing glazing rebate without broadening the sash or changing the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window looks precisely as the original always did.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Kings Park
Should you find yourself in need of a sash repair, restoration, or full replacement in Kings Park, Woodfellas has the expertise to manage every aspect with attention.
Reach out to our helpful team today and we will help you navigate the very best solution for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is free of charge, set out in writing, and carries no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will organise everything entirely for you.
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using time-honoured methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us today by calling 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.