Timber sash and case windows bring any household with timeless charm. Yet as the years pass, these remarkable windows inevitably call for a little additional care and attention.
Sash cords break and draught seals degrade while bottom rails start to rot after years of neglect. The window shakes first, then jams, then eventually refuses to close properly altogether.
Woodfellas are seasoned specialists in timber sash and case windows, working with Scottish homes throughout Old Kilpatrick from our workshop for more than two decades.
We restore and repair, and create bespoke replacements when a window is beyond saving.
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 heading explains exactly how it functions.
The sash refers to the movable glass panel, whilst the case is the hollow timber frame that is constructed inside the wall surrounding the window opening.
Housed within each case are a pair of weights, one dedicated to the upper sash and one to the lower, both suspended from sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the weights fall down on the opposite side. Release it and they hold the sash perfectly in place!
Sash and case windows slide vertically, whereas casement windows swing outward on hinges.
With both sashes operating independently of one another, you have the freedom to ventilate from the top, the bottom, or even both simultaneously. That gives your home excellent ventilation control, all without any panel moving inward into the room or outside toward the street.
When the mechanism operates properly, you barely notice it at all.
When the cords snap, as they so frequently do after years of faithful service, the sash drops and remains persistently in place or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That is exactly where Woodfellas make the difference.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Each traditional sash window requires its own solution.
Our sash windows Old Kilpatrick team thoroughly evaluates what your windows need in order to determine whether repair or full refurbishment is the most suitable option for you.
Window draught-proofing
A full window refurbishment is the best-suited course of action when the existing window remains structurally intact yet fails to perform to its full potential.
Our skilled craftsmen employ traditional joinery techniques to enhance your glazing and add draught-proofing throughout.
A carefully restored sash and case window in your Old Kilpatrick house should appear as though it has always been exactly as it was meant to be.
Effortless to operate, quiet within its frame, and inviting in the space it inhabits. This is the level we strive towards with every individual installation.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement is the most common repair job we get called out for!
When the cords snap, the weights remain sitting uselessly inside the casing with nothing to connect them to the sash.
We remove the pocket cover, remove the weights, fit new sash cords, and adjust the pulleys correctly.
Our team will thoroughly assess the overall condition of the entire window during each visit, making sure that nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the harshest of Old Kilpatrick’s weather conditions.
Where the rot is limited to just one section of the rail, we carefully take out the damaged timber and fit in fresh new sections using well-matched traditional wood. The repair sits naturally with the surrounding timber and the rest of the original window remains completely intact!
We strongly 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 no longer economical to repair, we make new sash windows to your precise specifications in our workshop and provide and fit them at your property.
Every new window is meticulously and expertly crafted to your exact measurements in either hardwood or treated pine. We take great care to faithfully reproduce the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As wooden window manufacturers proudly based in Old Kilpatrick, we supply and install new sash and case windows throughout the area, combining quality materials with time-honoured 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!
Double glazed sash windows in Old Kilpatrick
Enhance your home and daily comfort with double glazed sash and case windows.
Our slim-profile sealed units are designed to sit neatly within the original glazing rebate, leaving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern entirely unchanged.
From the outside, the timber window appears the same to the original.
Here is the explanation why homeowners across Old Kilpatrick are choosing to replace their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers a substantial improvement to energy efficiency.
This translates directly into reduced energy expenditure, as your heating system need not work as hard in order to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Reducing sound is an additional advantage that homeowners notice almost immediately.
Residing on a busy road or close to a busy junction, double glazed sash windows reduce noise transmission significantly.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is stunning, carrying with it a deeply 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 expert timber window restoration carried out by Woodfellas.
If your property is in one of these zones, or is a listed building, the regulations surrounding window replacement are precise and absolutely worth understanding before you arrange any work!
Our experience with properties within conservation areas covers more than twenty years.
We know precisely what the council needs, how to manage the consent process efficiently, and how to restore or replace windows in full accordance with those requirements without avoidable delays or revisions.
For a team that knows listed buildings and conservation area projects just as thoroughly as they know the windows themselves, contact us today to book a free site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Old Kilpatrick
Sash not staying in the raised position
A broken sash cord is the most common repair we undertake on sash and case windows, and as long as the window itself remains in good condition, it is a very straightforward task for our experienced team.
Draughts and rattling
The seal between the sash and the frame has deteriorated or was simply never installed in the first place. A sash and case window with draughts will equally tend to rattle when exposed to wind, 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.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is thoroughly removed and new sections are spliced in using carefully matched material.
The remainder of the original window is left completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of accumulated paint applied to safeguard 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 carefully inspected during the process, saving you from facing many repair jobs later on.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes lose heat fast and let in street noise. We install double glazing whilst maintaining the visible window profile unchanged.
Sash and case windows Old Kilpatrick 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 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 suitable and considered course of action.
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 Old Kilpatrick
Should you find yourself in need of a sash repair, restoration, or full replacement in Old Kilpatrick, Woodfellas possesses the expertise to handle every aspect with attention.
Give our excellent team a call today and we will help you figure out the right solution for each and every window in your home. Every quote is entirely free, supplied in writing, and comes with no obligation whatsoever. If you choose to move ahead, we will work completely around your schedule!
Every window is crafted in our very own workshop using time-honoured methods and installed by our in-house joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out to us now by calling 07920 057592 or by completing the form on our contact page, and we will get back to you within 24 hours.