Wooden sash and case windows adorn many a household. With time, however, these distinctive windows will demand a little extra care and looking after.
Sash cords snap under many years of stress, draught seals wear down 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 trusted timber sash and case window experts serving Scottish homes throughout Locharbriggs from our workshop premises for more than two decades!
When restoring and repairs fall short, we create entirely bespoke replacements, shaping something new from the very soul of what once was.
Ring us on 07920 057592 or contact us via our contact page to book a free visit and written quote.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title shows exactly how it functions.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass, whilst the case is the hollow box frame that is constructed within the wall surrounding 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.
The lower sash moves up as the weights fall gracefully on the opposite side, and once released, they hold the sash perfectly in place.
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows work by moving vertically.
Each sashes operate independently of one another, allowing you to slip open the window from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. This offers your home with excellent ventilation control, entirely without a panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is working as it ought to, you scarcely notice it is present.
When the cords break, as they so often do after years of faithful service, the sash drops and remains stubbornly in place or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas make the difference.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window requires an identical approach.
Our sash windows Locharbriggs team carefully hears to understand your window’s requirements before recommending whether restoration or full refurbishment is the best-suited path forward for you.
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet fails to deliver optimal performance, a full refurbishment presents itself as the most logical course of action.
Our experienced craftsmen apply joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, improving your glazing and fitting draught-proofing throughout your property.
A expertly restored sash and case window in your Locharbriggs home ought to feel as though it could never have been anything other than perfectly as it is.
Every fit we complete is guided by a straightforward aim: effortless operation, low-noise fitting, and a genuinely warm presence within the space.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement stands as the most frequently performed repair in our repertoire.
When the cords break, the weights dangle uselessly inside the case with nothing at all linking them to the sash.
We reach the pocket piece, take out the existing weights, install fresh sash cords, and set the pulleys precisely.
Our team will consistently check the full condition of the window while on site, ensuring nothing goes unnoticed.
Timber repairs
Bottom sections and sills bear the greatest brunt of Locharbriggs’s severe climatic conditions.
Where the decay remains localised to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully taken out and substituted by inserting new sections of matched traditional timber. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding wood, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved fully intact.
We are firmly of the opinion that a window which stays structurally sound should not be sacrificed simply because an single issue affects only one part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond economical repair, we craft new sash windows to your exact specifications in our workshop and supply and install them at your property.
Every replacement window is made 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 proudly rooted in Locharbriggs, we craft and install new sash and case windows across the region, honouring traditional techniques and sourcing only the finest quality materials.
Our range of sash and case windows encompasses everything from one single replacement sash right through to a complete set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as standard!
Double glazed sash windows in Locharbriggs
Enhance both the aesthetic appeal and everyday comfort of your home with the timeless elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our sealed units are slimline sealed units that sit 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.
Discover why homeowners across Locharbriggs are deciding to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a significant improvement to energy efficiency.
This translates directly into reduced energy expenditure, as your heating system need not exert itself as greatly in order to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Reduced noise is an additional benefit homeowners notice nearly straight away!
Residing on a busy road or near a major junction, double glazed sash windows offer a noticeable decrease in the level of noise that passes through.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is stunning, full of a rich history.
Conservation areas are established to maintain that distinctive character, and sash and case windows form a vital part of it. Protect the character of your home with expert timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your premises falls within one of these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations surrounding window replacement are specific and must be comprehended before you set up any work.
For more than twenty years, we have been working on properties located in conservation areas.
We understand precisely what the council needs, 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 work as well as they know the windows themselves, contact us today for a free site visit and written quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Locharbriggs
The sash not staying in the raised position
Replacing broken sash cords is the most common sash and case repair we undertake, and on an otherwise intact window it is a simple task for our professional team.
Draughts and rattling
The weatherstripping seal between the sash and the frame has degraded or was simply never installed in the first instance. A sash and case window affected by draughts will also tend to rattle when exposed to the wind, owing to that very same gap.
Having draught-proofing addressed as part of a full service visit helps resolve every issue in a one , pleasing sweep.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the weakest component of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is restricted to a particular section of the rail, the affected timber is gently taken out and replaced with new sections, jointed seamlessly using closely matched material.
The remainder of the original window remains completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Many years of paint layered onto the sash to protect it from Scotland’s relentless wet weather can eventually sealing it firmly to the frame!
We release the sash, thoroughly clean every surface, make any necessary adjustments to the fit, and restore the mechanism to full working order!
The cords and pulleys are thoroughly inspected throughout the work, sparing you from facing many repair jobs later on.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes lose heat quickly and permit street noise to filter straight through. We upgrade to double glazing without changing the visible profile of your window at all!
Sash and case windows Locharbriggs FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether to restore or renew depends on the window’s existing condition. A sturdy box frame with fully intact sashes makes refurbishment the sensible choice. You maintain good performance without sacrificing original character. Where the frame has significantly deteriorated or timber rot is too extensive to repair, replacement becomes the best solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slim profile sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or altering the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window looks exactly as the original did always.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Locharbriggs
Whatever your sash windows may need in Locharbriggs, whether it is a repair, a careful restoration, or a full replacement, Woodfellas has the expertise to handle every aspect with total confidence.
Contact with our experienced team today and we will walk you through the most appropriate solution for every window in your home. Every quotation we offer is complimentary, presented in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation. Should you choose to proceed, we will arrange everything entirely to suit your schedule.
Every window and door is made right here in our very own premises using time-honoured techniques and installed by our own skilled joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact with us today by phoning 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.