Timber sash and case windows grace any household. Over time, however, these remarkable windows require a degree of extra care and attention.
Sash cords break, draught seals degrade and bottom rails decay through neglect. The window rattles, jams then fails to close properly.
Woodfellas are specialists in timber sash and case windows, serving Scottish homes across Prestwick from our workshop for more than 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 get in touch with us via our contact page to arrange a complimentary visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading accurately reflects how the system works.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass, whilst the case is the hollow box frame that is built within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside every case sit two weights, one supporting the upper sash and one serving the lower. These are suspended from sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the counterweights descend on the opposite side, when released allowing them to hold the sash securely in place.
Whilst casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows move smoothly in a vertical direction.
With both sashes working separately of one another, you have the freedom to open from the top, the bottom, or even both simultaneously. That gives your home excellent ventilation control, all without any panel swinging inward into the room or outside toward the street.
When the mechanism is operating as intended, you barely observe it in the least.
When the cords snap, as they often do with years of use, the sash drops and remains stuck or becomes hard to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas make all the difference.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Each traditional sash window demands its own approach.
Our sash windows team in Prestwick spends time to grasp the precise requirements of your windows before advising whether repair or full refurbishment is the most appropriate course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
Full window refurbishment works most effectively when the original frame is structurally sound but no longer performing well.
Our skilled craftsmen apply joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, upgrading your glazing and installing draught-proofing throughout your property.
A sympathetically renovated sash and case window in your Prestwick home should appear as though it was always entirely and readily meant to be there.
Easy to operate, silent within its frame, and inviting in the space it inhabits. That is the level we strive towards with every individual installation.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Replacing sash cords stands as the most frequently performed repair in our repertoire.
When the cords snap, the weights remain idle within the case with no link to the sash.
We reach 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 complete condition of your window, ensuring that every detail is carefully examined and nothing is overlooked.
Timber repairs
Lower rail sections and sills bear the full brunt of Prestwick’s harsh climate.
Where the rot is limited to just one section of the rail, we gently remove the damaged timber and splice in fresh new sections using perfectly matched traditional wood. The repair integrates smoothly with the surrounding timber and the rest of the original window remains fully intact!
We are firmly of the opinion that a window which stays fundamentally intact should not be sacrificed simply because one section of it has developed a fault.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is no longer a economical option, we produce brand new sash windows to your specific requirements within our workshop and install them at your property.
Every new window is precision crafted 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 based in Prestwick, we install new sash and case windows across the region, employing high-quality materials and time-honoured 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 improved security hardware are included as default features.
Double glazed sash windows in Prestwick
Transform your home and elevate your day-to-day living experience with the classic elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our slimline sealed units are designed to sit neatly within the original glazing rebate, maintaining the sash profile and glazing bar pattern entirely without modification.
From the outside, the timber window appears the same to the original!
Find out how homeowners across Prestwick are choosing double glazing upgrades for their traditional sash and case windows!
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers a significant improvement to your home’s efficiency.
This translates directly into reduced energy bills, as your heating system needs to work far less to maintain a comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Reducing sound is an additional advantage homeowners notice fast.
If your property is located 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 breathtaking, with a highly fascinating historical legacy.
Preserving the distinctive character of our built heritage is precisely what conservation areas are designed to achieve, and sash and case windows form an integral part of that cherished identity. Rely on Woodfellas to honour that heritage through expert timber window restoration.
If your property is located within one of these locations, or is a listed building, specific rules govern window replacement and must be checked before any work is commissioned.
We have been working on premises located within conservation areas for over twenty years.
We understand precisely what the council requires, how to manage the consent process efficiently, and how to restore or replace windows in full compliance 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, reach out today to book a free site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Prestwick
The sash is falling down and not remaining in the open position.
Replacing broken sash cords is certainly the commonest sash and case repair our experienced team tackles, and when the rest of the window is in good working condition it is a wonderfully easy task for our skilled crew!
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 affected by draughts will likewise tend to rattle when exposed to wind, owing to that very same gap.
Draught-proofing within a service package resolves all issues in one go.
Rotten bottom rail
The lower rail of the bottom sash is the most exposed part of a sash and case window!
Where the rot is limited to a specific section of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and insert new sections using matching material.
The remainder of the original window is left entirely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of paint applied to protect the sash from Scotland’s harsh damp climate can cause it to bind tightly to the frame.
We release the sash from its housing, thoroughly clean all contact surfaces, refine the fit where required, and return the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are carefully inspected throughout the work, sparing you from dealing with many repair jobs down the line.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are especially inefficient at retaining warmth and provide very little resistance to the intrusion of outside street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing maintains the visible profile of your existing window frames completely.
Sash and case windows Prestwick FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
If refurbishment or replacement is the right path forward depends entirely upon the condition of the existing window structure. When the box frame remains sound and the sashes are structurally intact, refurbishment presents itself as a thoroughly sensible choice, delivering a window that performs extremely well whilst preserving every last trace of its original character. However, if the frame has deteriorated severely or the timber has rotted beyond any hope of repair, replacement becomes the much more practical and logical course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slim profile sealed units that fit neatly within the existing glazing rebate, requiring no alteration to the sash width or glazing bar arrangement. Viewed from the exterior, the window retains the appearance of the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Prestwick
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Prestwick, from restoration and repair through to complete replacement, Woodfellas has the experience to handle everything.
Get in touch with our team today and we will guide you on the best solution for each window. All quotes are free, written, and carry no obligation. If you choose to proceed, we will work around your schedule.
Every window is crafted within our own workshop using traditional methods and fitted by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out us today by calling 07920 057592 or just fill in the form on our contact page and we will respond to you within 24 hours.