Timber sash and case windows enhance many a home. Over time, however, these distinctive windows will require a little extra care and attention.
Over time, sash cords snap, draught seals deteriorate, and bottom rails begin to rot through prolonged neglect. The window then rattles, sticks, and eventually fails to close properly.
Woodfellas have been committed timber sash and case window specialists, supporting Scottish homes throughout Moorpark from our workshop for more than two decades.
When a window is beyond repair, we fix, and even craft bespoke replacement units to order.
Ring us on 07920 057592 or reach us via our contact page to arrange a free visit and written quote.
What is a timber sash and case window
The name explains the function.
The sash is the moveable glass panel. The case is the empty box frame built 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 uppermost section of the frame.
Lift the lower sash and the weights drop down on the opposite side. Release it and they hold the sash perfectly in place!
Whilst casement windows swing open outward on hinges, sash and case windows work by moving vertically instead.
Both sashes work independently of one another, meaning you can move the window from the top, the bottom, or both at once. This provides your home superb ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is functioning as it ought to, you barely notice it is present.
When the cords snap, as they commonly do after years of regular use, the sash drops and remains in that position or becomes increasingly hard to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas make all the difference.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every period sash window calls for the same solution!
Our Moorpark sash windows team carefully assesses what your windows require in order to determine whether repairs or full refurbishment is the best-suited option for you.
Window draught-proofing
A full window overhaul is the wise choice when the existing frame is structurally solid yet just not performing as expected!
Our experienced craftsmen apply joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, upgrading your glazing and installing draught-proofing throughout your property.
A expertly restored sash and case window in your Moorpark home ought to feel as though it could never have been anything other than perfectly as it is.
Easy to operate, quiet within the frame, and inviting in the space. That is the level we strive towards on every occasion.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement is the most commonly carried out repair we carry out.
When the cords break, the weights dangle unhelpfully inside the case with absolutely nothing linking them to the sash.
We access the pocket piece, take out the existing weights, install fresh sash cords, and set the pulleys accurately.
Whilst undertaking your repair, our experts will be sure to closely assess the general condition of your window, ensuring that every detail is thoroughly examined and nothing is overlooked.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills withstand the harshest of Moorpark’s weather conditions.
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 perfectly intact.
We believe there is no need to sacrifice a structurally sound window over a fault that affects only part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has got to the point where repair is no longer a worthwhile investment, we make brand new sash windows to your precise specifications within our workshop, then supply and install them directly at your property.
Every new window is carefully crafted and made to measure in hardwood or treated pine. We carefully match the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original.
As timber window manufacturers with pride based in Moorpark, we supply and install new sash and case windows throughout the area, combining quality materials with traditional traditional techniques.
Our collection of sash and case windows covers everything from one single replacement sash right through to a full set of brand new windows for a listed building!
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Moorpark
Improve both the aesthetic appeal and everyday comfort of your home with the timeless elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units have a slim sealed design that sits neatly within the original glazing rebate, leaving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely unchanged.
From the exterior, the timber window appears identical to the original!
Here is the explanation why property owners across Moorpark are choosing to replace their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers significant energy efficiency gains.
This means you’ll see a real decrease in your energy bills, since your heating system will not need to work as hard to maintain a comfortable indoor temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Reducing sound is another benefit 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 substantially.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is magnificent, carrying with it a highly fascinating historical legacy.
The character of conservation areas is something worth protecting with care, and sash and case windows form a significant part of that architectural identity. Safeguard the integrity of your property through professional timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your property falls within one of these locations, 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 with properties nestled within conservation areas.
We know precisely what the council needs, how to navigate the consent process with assurance, and how to restore or renew windows in a manner that satisfies every requirement without needless delays or repeated correspondence.
For a team that knows listed buildings and conservation area projects just as well 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 Moorpark
The sash is failing to stay in the raised position and drops back down.
Repairing broken sash cords is the repair our professional team carries out most often on sash and case windows, and where the window itself remains in good condition, it is a wonderfully simple task for our professional craftspeople.
Draughts and rattling
The weatherstripping seal between the sash and the frame has worn away or was not installed at all in the first instance. A sash and case window affected by draughts will likewise tend to rattle when exposed to gusts, owing to the same gap.
Draught proofing within a service package deals with all issues in one go.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
When the rot is confined to a specific section of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and fit fresh new sections using closely matched material!
The remainder of the original window remains completely unaltered.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of paint applied to the sash to shield it from Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to become bonded to 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 cords and pulleys are fully inspected during the work, sparing you from dealing with numerous repair jobs down the line.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are particularly inefficient at retaining warmth and offer very little resistance to the intrusion of outside street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing preserves the visible profile of your existing window frames completely.
Sash and case windows Moorpark FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether renovation or replacement is the appropriate approach depends completely 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 practical 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 use slim profile sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without broadening the sash or altering 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 Moorpark
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Moorpark, whether repair, restoration, or full replacement, Woodfellas is fully equipped to assist.
Get in touch with our knowledgeable team today and we will guide you through the best suited solution for every window in your home. Every quotation we offer is complimentary, presented in writing, and carries absolutely no commitment. Should you choose to proceed, we will sort everything out entirely around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our very own workshop using traditional methods and fitted by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact today by calling 07920 057592 or by completing the form found on our contact page, and a member of our team will get back to you within 24 hours.