Timber sash and case windows are a wonderful feature in any home, although as the years go by, these remarkable windows demand a little additional care and attention.
Sash cords break and draught seals deteriorate while bottom rails start to rot after years of neglect. The window shakes first, then sticks, then eventually fails to close properly altogether.
Woodfellas has spent over two decades as timber sash and case window specialists, helping Scottish homes throughout Laurieston from our workshop.
When a window is beyond saving, we restore, and even craft entirely bespoke replacements to order.
Call us on 07920 057592 or get in touch via our contact page to arrange your free visit and written quote!
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading reflects how the system works.
The sash is the moveable glass panel. The case is the hollow box frame built within the wall around the window opening.
Housed within each case are two counterweights, one corresponding to the upper sash and one to the lower. These weights are suspended from sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the topmost section of the frame.
Lift the lower sash upwards and the weights will drop on the opposite side. Let go of it and they shall keep the sash firmly in place.
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows work by sliding vertically instead.
Both sashes move independently of one another, meaning you can open it from the top, the bottom, or even both at once. Your home benefits from superb ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism operates properly, you barely notice it at all.
When the cords snap, as they often do after years of use, the sash falls and remains stuck or becomes tricky to operate.
That is exactly where Woodfellas proves invaluable.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window needs an identical solution.
Our sash windows team in Laurieston spends time to grasp the precise requirements of your windows before advising whether repair or full refurbishment is the most suitable course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet does not perform on performance, a complete refurbishment becomes the most logical and most worthwhile course of action.
Our experienced craftsmen use joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, upgrading your glazing and fitting draught-proofing throughout your property.
A sensitively restored sash and case window in your Laurieston home ought to feel as though it could never have been anything other than exactly as it is.
Effortless to operate, quiet within the frame, and welcoming in the space. That is the level we aim towards on every instance.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement is the most frequent repair job we attend for!
When the cords snap, the weights remain idle within the case with not any connection to the sash whatsoever.
We unseal the pocket piece, remove the weights, fit new sash cords, and position the pulleys accurately.
Our team will consistently inspect the full condition of your window while onsite, so completely nothing at all gets missed!
Timber repairs
Laurieston’s lower rails and sills withstand the most severe weather conditions.
Where the rot is limited to just one section of the rail, we carefully remove the damaged timber and fit in fresh new sections using perfectly matched traditional wood. The repair sits naturally with the surrounding timber and the rest of the original window remains completely intact!
We hold firmly to the belief that there is simply no reason to sacrifice a window that remains structurally sound simply because one portion of it has developed an issue.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond economical repair, we make 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 skillfully produced and made to measure in either hardwood or treated pine, with careful attention taken to faithfully mirror the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
Based in Laurieston, we make and fit new sash and case windows across the region using premium materials and traditional techniques.
Our selection of sash and case windows covers 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 features.
Double glazed sash windows in Laurieston
Transform your property and day-to-day living with beautiful double glazed sash and case windows!
Our sealed units are slimline sealed units that fit within the original glazing rebate without altering the sash profile or glazing bar pattern.
From the outside, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Here is the reason why homeowners throughout Laurieston are choosing to replace their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers significant energy-efficient gains.
This translates directly into reduced energy bills, as your heating system needs to work far less to maintain a comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Sound reduction is another benefit that homeowners observe almost immediately.
Residing on a heavily trafficked road or close to a large junction, double glazed sash windows offer a significant decrease in the level of noise that passes through.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architectural landscape is both breathtaking and rich in history.
Timber sash and case windows are a distinctive feature of conservation area heritage, and preserving them matters enormously! Why protect the soul of your building with specialist timber window restoration from Woodfellas?
If your property falls within one of these designated areas, or if it has listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are precise and must be understood before you go ahead with work of any kind.
We have been working on properties situated within conservation areas for more than twenty years.
We understand precisely what the council requires, how to manage the consent process effectively, and how to restore or replace windows in full compliance with those requirements without unnecessary delays or revisions.
For a team that understands listed buildings and conservation area projects just as thoroughly as they know the windows themselves, reach out today to book a free site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Laurieston
The sash is falling down and not remaining in the open position.
A broken sash cord is the most common repair we carry out on sash and case windows, and provided that the window itself remains in good condition, it is a very straightforward task for our skilled team.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has degraded or was never fitted at all. A sash and case window suffering from draughts will also often rattle noisily in the wind due to this very gap!
Draught-proofing in a service package resolves all issues in a single visit.
Rotten bottom rail
The lower rail of the lower sash is the most vulnerable part of a sash and case window!
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is thoroughly removed and new sections are spliced in using precisely matched material.
The rest of the original window is left completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of accumulated paint applied to protect the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can make it bond firmly to the frame.
We release the sash gently, clean and prepare the surfaces carefully, carry out any required adjustments to the fit, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are checked during the process, saving you from many repair jobs down the line!
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes shed heat quickly and let in street noise. We install double glazing whilst maintaining the visible window profile unchanged.
Sash and case windows Laurieston FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
If refurbishment or replacement is the right way 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 very 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 fit perfectly within the existing glazing rebate without widening 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 Laurieston
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Laurieston, from repair and restoration through to full replacement, Woodfellas has the experience to handle everything.
Contact with our experienced team today and we will talk you through the best suited solution for every window in your home. Every quotation we provide is complimentary, presented in writing, and carries absolutely no commitment. Should you choose to proceed, we will sort everything out entirely to suit your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted within our own workshop using time-honoured methods and fitted by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
get in touch with us now on 07920 057592 or fill in the form on our get in touch page and we will get back within 24 hours.