Timber sash and case windows bring any home with timeless charm. Yet as the years pass, these beautiful windows inevitably require a little additional care and attention.
Sash cords break, draught seals deteriorate and bottom rails decay through neglect. The window shakes, sticks then fails to close properly.
Woodfellas have been trusted timber sash and case window specialists serving Scottish homes throughout Pollokshields from our workshop for over two decades!
When a window is beyond redemption, we restore, and even craft custom-made replacements to order.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or via our contact page to book a complimentary visit and written quote.
What is a timber sash and case window
The term shows the purpose.
The sash refers to the moveable panel of glass, whilst the case is the empty box frame that is constructed within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside each case sit two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving the lower. They are suspended on sash cords that run over pulley wheels fitted into the top of the frame.
Lift the lower sash and the counterweights drop on the opposite side, releasing it allows them to hold the sash firmly in place.
Whilst casement windows swing open outward on hinges, sash and case windows work by sliding vertically instead.
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 functions properly, you hardly notice it at all.
When the cords snap, as they invariably do after years of everyday use, the sash drops and stays in that lowered position or gets increasingly difficult to use.
That is precisely where Woodfellas steps up.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window needs an identical solution.
Our sash windows Pollokshields team carefully listens to understand your window’s requirements before recommending whether restoration or full refurbishment is the most suitable path forward for you.
Window draught-proofing
A complete window refurbishment is the right choice when the existing window remains structurally intact yet is failing to function as it should.
Our talented craftsmen can upgrade your glazing and fit draught-proofing across with traditional joinery methods well suited to traditional windows!
A beautifully restored sash and case window in your Pollokshields home should seem as though it was always intended to be there!
Every fit we undertake is driven by the goal of easy functioning, quiet installation and a pleasant ambience within the room.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Replacing sash cords is the most frequently performed repair in our repertoire.
When the cords break, the weights remain resting uselessly inside the casing with nothing to connect them to the sash.
We take off the pocket cover, take out the weights, fit new sash cords, and align the pulleys correctly.
Our staff will always check the overall condition of the window during the appointment, making sure that nothing is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills bear the harshest of Pollokshields’s weather conditiones.
Where the rot is limited to just one section of the rail, we carefully remove the damaged timber and splice in fresh new sections using well-matched traditional wood. The repair integrates smoothly with the surrounding timber and the rest of the original window remains fully intact!
We firmly believe there is absolutely no reason to sacrifice a window that remains in good condition simply because an issue affects only a portion of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond economical 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 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 wooden window manufacturers situated in Pollokshields, we supply and install new sash and case windows across the region, employing high-quality materials and traditional craftsmanship.
Our range 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 provided as part of the standard package!
Double glazed sash windows in Pollokshields
Elevate both the visual appeal and everyday comfort of your home with carefully crafted double glazed sash and case windows.
Our slim-profile sealed units are made to sit neatly within the original glazing rebate, leaving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern entirely unchanged.
From the exterior, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Discover why homeowners throughout Pollokshields are deciding to upgrade their classic sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service offers a remarkable improvement to your home’s energy efficiency.
This translates directly into reduced energy bills, as your heating system no longer needs to work as hard to keep a pleasant, comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
Noise reduction is an additional benefit homeowners notice nearly straight away!
If your home sits on a busy road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows reduce noise transmission considerably!
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is magnificent, carrying with it a truly fascinating historical legacy.
Timber sash and case windows are a defining feature of conservation area character, and preserving them is hugely important! Why protect the soul of your building with specialist timber window restoration from Woodfellas?
If your property is located within one of these designated areas, or if it has listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are precise and need to be understood before any work is commissioned.
Our expertise with properties within conservation areas spans more than twenty years.
We understand what the council requires, how to handle the approval process, and how to replace windows in a manner that satisfies every requirement without needless delays or complications.
For a team that truly understands listed buildings and conservation area work just as well as they understand the windows themselves, get in touch today for a free site visit and detailed quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Pollokshields
The sash failing to remain in the raised position
When it comes to sash and case repairs, changing a broken sash cord is the job we encounter most often, and if the window itself is in good condition, it is a perfectly straightforward job for our experienced team.
Draughts and rattling
The seal between the sash and the frame has either worn beyond use or was just never installed in the first place. That very same persistent gap responsible for the draughts is equally to blame when the window begins to rattle fretfully against the wind.
Having draught-proofing included as part of a service package helps address all concerns at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most highly vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where rot is confined to part of the rail, we cut out the damaged timber and splice in new sections using matched material.
The rest of the existing window remains totally undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
A build-up of paint applied to protect the sash from Scotland’s harsh damp climate can bond it firmly to the frame.
We release the sash gently, prepare the surfaces thoroughly, make any required adjustments to the fit, and restore the mechanism to proper working order.
The cords, pulleys and fittings are checked throughout the process, spare you from having to carry out several repair jobs.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes surrender their warmth with surprising ease and offer little protection to the clamour of the street beyond. We swap them out with double glazing whilst preserving every detail of the window’s outward appearance completely intact.
Sash and case windows Pollokshields FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether refurbishment or replacement is the appropriate course of action 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 entirely practical and satisfactory 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?
From the outside, the window appears entirely unchanged, as our slim profile sealed units are made to sit neatly within the existing glazing rebate without any need to widen the sash or change the glazing bar pattern.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Pollokshields
Whatever your sash windows may require in Pollokshields, be it a repair, a careful restoration, or a full replacement, Woodfellas has the expertise to handle every aspect with complete confidence.
Get in touch with our team today and we will guide you on the best solution for each window. All quotes are complimentary, written, and carry no obligation. If you choose to proceed, we will work around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our own workshop using traditional methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out us today by phoning 07920 057592 or simply fill in the form on our contact page and we will get back to you within 24 hours.