Timber sash and case windows enhance any home. Over time, however, these remarkable windows require a degree of extra care and attention.
Sash cords break, the draught seal deteriorates, and the bottom rails start to rot through years of neglect. The window rattles, then jams, then ultimately fails to close properly.
Woodfellas are specialists in timber sash and case windows, serving Scottish homes throughout Maryhill from our workshop for over two decades.
When a window is beyond redemption, we restore, and even make entirely bespoke replacements to order.
Reach out on 07920 057592 or contact us via our contact page to arrange a free visit and detailed quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The name shows the function.
The sash refers to the moveable panel of glass itself, while the case is the empty box frame that is built into the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside every case are two weights, one designated for the upper sash and another for the lower. These weights are suspended on sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Lift 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!
Both sashes work independently, letting you open from the top, the bottom, or both at once. You have precise ventilation control with no panel swinging inward or outward.
When the mechanism is functioning as intended, you barely detect it at all.
When the cords break, which they often do after years of wear, the sash falls and stays stuck or becomes very difficult to operate.
That is exactly where Woodfellas steps up.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window requires an identical solution.
Our sash windows team in Maryhill genuinely spends time to get to grips with exactly what your windows need, so they can recommend whether repair or refurbishment is the best route for you!
Window draught-proofing
Full window refurbishment works best when the original frame is structurally sound but no longer performing well.
Our skilled craftsmen apply joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, improving your glazing and fitting draught-proofing throughout your property.
A refurbished sash and case window in your Maryhill property ought to seem as though it was always perfectly as it should be.
Effortless to operate, quiet in the frame, and cosy in the room. That is the level we work to each time.
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacing of sash cords is the most common repair in our services.
When the cords snap, the weights remain sitting pointlessly inside the casing with nothing to connect them to the sash.
We reach the pocket piece, retrieve the weights, install fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys with accuracy.
Our staff will always check the full condition of your window while onsite, so absolutely nothing gets missed!
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the force of Maryhill’s harsh climate.
Where the rot is restricted to part of the rail, we remove the affected timber and insert new sections using matching traditional wood. The repair blends perfectly with the surrounding timber and the remainder of the original window remains completely intact.
We strongly believe there is absolutely no reason to sacrifice a window that remains in good condition simply because an issue affects only a part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is no longer economical to repair, we manufacture new sash windows to your precise specifications in our workshop and provide and fit them at your premises.
Every single replacement window is skilfully crafted and made to measure in either hardwood or treated pine. We make serious effort to replicate the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of your original windows!
As wooden window manufacturers based in Maryhill, we provide and fit new sash and case windows throughout the region, employing premium materials and time-honoured craftsmanship.
Our collection 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 supplied as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Maryhill
Enhance your home and everyday comfort with double glazed sash and case windows.
Our sealed units are slimline sealed units that sit within the original glazing rebate without changing the sash profile or glazing bar pattern.
From the outside, the timber window looks identical to the original.
Here is the reason why homeowners across Maryhill are choosing to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides significant energy efficiency gains.
This means reduced energy bills as your heating system works less to maintain a pleasant temperature in your home.
Noise reduction
The decrease of noise is another benefit that homeowners often notice almost immediately.
If your home sits on a busy road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows will reduce noise transmission substantially.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is striking, steeped in historical significance.
Protecting the distinctive character of our built heritage is exactly what conservation areas are designed to achieve, and sash and case windows form an essential part of that cherished identity. Trust Woodfellas to respect that heritage through expert timber window restoration.
Should your property sit within one of these designated areas, or also hold listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are detailed and hold significant weight prior to commissioning any works.
We have carried out work on conservation area properties for more than twenty years.
Having developed a detailed understanding of council expectations, we are well positioned to guide you through the consent process and carry out window restoration or replacement work that meets all requirements effectively and without unnecessary delays.
For a team that understands listed buildings and conservation area work as well as they understand the windows themselves, get in touch today for a complimentary site visit and written quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Maryhill
Sash slipping down and not staying up
Replacing broken sash cords is the most common sash and case repair we complete, and on an otherwise sound window it is a straightforward task for our skilled team.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has degraded or was never installed in the initial place. A sash and case window that admits draughts will also tend to rattle in the wind due to the same gap.
Draught proofing in a service package addresses all issues at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash represents the most vulnerable component of a sash and case window.
Where the rot is confined to a specific section of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and splice in fresh new sections using carefully matched material!
The rest of the original window is left entirely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Decades worth of paint layered on the sash in an effort to protect it from Scotland’s constantly wet weather can cause it to become tightly sealed against the frame.
We remove the sash from its housing, carefully clean all contact surfaces, adjust the fit where required, and return the mechanism to full working order.
The cables and pulleys are checked during the process, sparing you from many repair jobs down the line!
Single glazing
Single single-glazed panes let heat to escape quickly and permit street noise to pass through. We fit double glazing whilst preserving the visible appearance of the window frame entirely.
Sash and case windows Maryhill FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether refurbishment or replacement is the right course of action depends entirely upon the existing condition of the window itself. Where the box frame remains structurally sound and the sashes retain their integrity, refurbishment represents a wholly sensible and rewarding decision, allowing the window to perform with renewed efficiency whilst preserving its original character. However, where the frame has suffered significant deterioration or the timber has decayed beyond the point of viable repair, replacement becomes the more practical and considered course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We fit slim profile sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without any need to widen the sash or alter the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window appears identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Maryhill
Woodfellas manages every sash repair, restoration, or replacement requirement in Maryhill.
Get in touch to our helpful team today and we will assist you in finding the ideal solution for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is complimentary, written, and comes with completely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to proceed, we will arrange everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop, using traditional 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.