Timber sash and case windows grace any household with timeless charm. Yet as the years pass, these remarkable windows inevitably require a little additional care and attention.
Sash cords break under many years of stress, draught seals deteriorate through prolonged lack of maintenance, and bottom rails succumb to rot where maintenance has been overlooked. The window starts rattling, then becomes stiff, and ultimately is unable to close as it should.
Woodfellas have been dedicated timber sash and case window specialists, serving Scottish homes across Lennoxtown from our workshop for more than two decades.
When a window is beyond repair, we offer restoration, repairs, and even the crafting of tailor-made replacements.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or get in touch with us via our contact page to arrange a free visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title explains the purpose.
The sash is the sliding glass panel. The case is the hollow box frame built within the wall around the window opening.
Inside every case sit two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving the lower. These are suspended from sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash up and the weights will drop on the opposite side. Let go of it and they will keep the sash firmly in place.
Whilst casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows slide smoothly in a vertical direction!
With both sashes operating independently of one another, you have the ability to ventilate 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 is working as intended, you barely detect it whatsoever.
When the cords break, as they so often do after years of reliable service, the sash falls and remains stubbornly in place or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That’s where Woodfellas steps in.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window needs an identical solution.
Our sash windows team in Lennoxtown takes the time to truly appreciate the specific needs of your windows, ensuring they can confidently recommend 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 wise choice when the existing frame is structurally solid yet simply not delivering the goods!
Our skilled craftsmen employ joinery techniques sympathetic to traditional windows, improving your glazing and adding comprehensive draught-proofing throughout your home.
A carefully restored sash and case window in your Lennoxtown home should seem as though it was always intended to be there!
Easy to open, quiet in the frame and warm throughout the room. That is what we are striving for every time!
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement is the most popular repair job we are called out for!
When the cords snap, the weights stay idle within the box, no more linked to the sash in any way.
We access the pocket piece, recover the weights, fit fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys with precision.
Whilst carrying out the work, our team will always take the time to thoroughly inspect the full state of the window, ensuring that absolutely nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills take the full brunt of Lennoxtown’s harsh weather conditions.
Where the rot is limited to just one section of the rail, we gently remove the damaged timber and fit in fresh new sections using perfectly matched traditional wood. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding timber and the rest of the original window remains completely intact!
We believe there is no reason to sacrifice a window that remains sound simply because an issue affects only a part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond economical repair, we craft brand new sash windows to your precise specifications right in our workshop and supply and fit them at your property!
Every replacement window is skilfully crafted and custom made in hardwood or treated pine. We make every effort to recreate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As wooden window manufacturers situated in Lennoxtown, we supply and install new sash and case windows across the region, employing high-quality materials and traditional craftsmanship.
Our sash and case window range spans everything from a single replacement to a complete new window installation for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as part of the standard package!
Double glazed sash windows in Lennoxtown
Improve your home and boost your everyday comfort with double glazed sash and case windows.
Our slim-profile sealed units are made to fit neatly within the original glazing rebate, maintaining the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely without modification.
From the exterior, the window appears identical to the original!
Here is why so many property owners throughout Lennoxtown are choosing to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our service provides a noticeable improvement to your home’s efficiency.
This translates directly into lower energy expenditure, as your heating system need not exert itself as greatly in order to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Reducing sound is an additional advantage that homeowners observe very quickly.
If your home is located 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 architectural landscape is both breathtaking and rich in history.
The character of conservation areas is something worth preserving with care, and sash and case windows form a meaningful part of that architectural identity. Safeguard the integrity of your property through expert timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your property is located within one of these areas, or is a listed building, specific rules apply to window replacement and must be understood before any work is started.
For over twenty years, we have been working on properties located in conservation areas.
We are aware of what the council requires, how to manage the approval process, and how to restore windows in a manner that satisfies every requirement without needless delays or complications.
For a team that is familiar with listed buildings and conservation area work just as closely as they understand the windows themselves, get in touch today to arrange a free site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Lennoxtown
Sash failing to hold its position when raised
Replacing broken sash cords is certainly the most frequent sash and case repair our expert team tackles, and when the rest of the window is in good condition it is a remarkably easy task for our skilled crew!
Draughts and rattling
The seal between the sash and the frame has deteriorated or was simply never installed in the first instance. A sash and case window with draughts will also tend to rattle when exposed to wind, owing to that very same gap.
Draught-proofing done as part of a service call helps address all issues in a single visit.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash represents the most vulnerable part 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 splice fresh, perfectly matched material seamlessly into its place.
The remainder of the original window stays completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of accumulated paint applied to protect the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to bond securely to the frame.
We release the sash from its housing, thoroughly clean all surfaces, make any required adjustments to ensure a proper fit, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are inspected throughout the process, sparing you multiple repair visits.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes lose their warmth with remarkable ease and provide little resistance to the clamour of the street outside. We replace them with double glazing whilst retaining every detail of the window’s outward appearance completely intact.
Sash and case windows Lennoxtown FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It largely 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 excellent option. You preserve a window that performs admirably whilst retaining its original character entirely. 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 use slim profile sealed units that sit neatly within the existing glazing rebate, requiring no alteration to the sash width or glazing bar arrangement. Viewed from the exterior, the window keeps the appearance of the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Lennoxtown
Should you need a sash repair, restoration, or full replacement in Lennoxtown, Woodfellas has the expertise to handle every aspect with care.
Give our brilliant team a ring today and we will assist you in finding the ideal solution for each and every window in your home. Every quote is free of charge, given in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation whatsoever. If you choose to move ahead, we will work fully around your schedule!
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and fitted by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact with us today by calling 07920 057592 or by filling in the form found on our contact page, and a member of our team will get back to you within 24 hours.