Timber sash and case windows grace any household. With time, however, these remarkable windows require a degree of extra care and attention.
Over a period of time, sash cords snap, draught seals deteriorate, and bottom rails begin to rot through prolonged neglect. The window then shakes, sticks, and eventually fails to close properly.
Woodfellas have been dedicated timber sash and case window specialists, serving Scottish homes across Robroyston from our workshop for more than two decades.
We repair, and manufacture bespoke replacements when a window is beyond saving.
Call us on 07920 057592 or contact us via our contact page to book a free visit and written quote.
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading tells you exactly how it works.
The sash refers to the moving panel of glass itself, whilst the case is the empty box frame that is built within 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 pass over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the weights fall on the opposite side. Let go of it and they hold the sash in place.
Sash and case windows slide vertically, whereas casement windows open outward on hinges.
Both sashes glide independently of one another, meaning you can open it from the top, the bottom, or even both at once. Your home benefits from superb ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the system is working correctly, you barely think about it at all.
When the cords eventually fail, as they commonly do after years of regular use, the sash will either simply drop and remain in that lowered position or become increasingly difficult to operate.
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 team in Robroyston takes the time to grasp the precise requirements of your windows before recommending whether repair or full refurbishment is the most suitable course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
A full window refurbishment is the best-suited option when the existing window remains structurally intact yet does not manage to perform to its full potential.
Our skilled joiners can improve your glazing and install draught-proofing throughout with traditional joinery methods well suited to traditional windows!
A sympathetically refurbished sash and case window in your Robroyston home ought to feel as though it was always perfectly and readily meant to be there.
Effortless to operate, quiet within its frame, and welcoming in the space it inhabits. This is the level we aim for with every individual installation.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains our most commonly carried out repair within the services we offer.
When the cords fail, the weights hang idle inside the case with nothing connecting them to the sash.
We remove the pocket cover, take out the weights, fit new sash cords, and adjust the pulleys correctly.
Our team will consistently check the full condition of the window while on site, so that nothing goes unnoticed.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills withstand the toughest of Robroyston’s weather conditiones.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the compromised timber is meticulously removed and replaced with new sections inserted using matched traditional wood. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding material, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved entirely intact.
We strongly believe to the belief that there is simply no reason to replace a window that is still structurally sound simply because one portion of it has developed an issue.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond economical repair, we craft new sash windows to your exact specifications in our workshop and supply and install them at your property.
Every replacement window is expertly crafted and manufactured to the precise measurements of each opening, available in hardwood or treated pine. We take considerable care to faithfully replicate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar arrangement of the original window.
As wooden window manufacturers proudly based in Robroyston, we provide and fit new sash and case windows across the area, bringing together quality materials with time-honoured traditional techniques.
Our range of sash and case windows encompasses everything from one single replacement sash all the way to a complete set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as default features.
Double glazed sash windows in Robroyston
Enhance both the appearance and everyday ease of your home with beautifully crafted 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 completely unchanged.
From the exterior, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Here is the reason so many property owners across Robroyston are deciding to improve their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a substantial improvement to your home’s energy efficiency.
This means reduced energy bills as your heating system works less to maintain a comfortable temperature in your home.
Noise reduction
Reduced sound is another benefit that homeowners tend to notice almost immediately.
If your home is located on a busy road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows reduce noise transmission significantly!
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architectural landscape is as breathtaking as it is historically profound.
Preserving the distinctive character of our built heritage is precisely 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.
If your property falls within one of these zones, or happens to be a listed building, the regulations surrounding window replacement are precise and absolutely worth understanding before you organise any work!
For more than twenty years, we have carried out work on properties located within conservation areas.
We understand precisely what the council requires, how to navigate the consent process with confidence, and how to repair or renew windows in a manner that satisfies every requirement without needless delays or repeated correspondence.
For a team that is familiar with listed buildings and conservation area work just as closely as they understand the windows themselves, reach out today to book a complimentary site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Robroyston
Sash failing to hold its position when lifted
When it comes to sash and case repairs, replacing a broken sash cord is the task we encounter most frequently, and if the window itself is in good condition, it is a perfectly straightforward job for our skilled team.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has degraded or was not installed in the first place. A sash and case window with draughts will also tend to rattle noisily in the wind due to the same gap!
Having draught-proofing dealt with as part of a full service visit helps resolve every issue in a one , smooth sweep.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where the rot is confined to a particular section of the rail, we cut away the damaged timber and fit fresh new sections using carefully matched material!
The rest of the original window stays completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of applying paint to safeguard the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to become firmly bonded to the frame.
We free the sash from its binding, thoroughly clean every surface, adjust the fit wherever, and restore the mechanism to smooth, proper working order once more.
The cords with pulleys are carefully inspected during the work, sparing you from numerous repair visits further down the line.
Single glazing
Original single glazed panes lose heat rapidly and allow street noise to come through directly. We replace with double glazing without changing the visible profile of your window in any way!
Sash and case windows Robroyston FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It all comes down to the current condition of the window itself. Where the box frame remains solid and the sashes are structurally sound, refurbishment is a practical choice. You retain a window that performs effectively whilst preserving its original character. Where the frame has suffered serious deterioration, or the timber has rotted past repair, replacement becomes the practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slender profile sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or changing 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 Robroyston
Whatever your sash window needs in Robroyston, Woodfellas is fully ready to take it on, whether that means a repair, restoration, or full replacement!
Reach out to our helpful team today and we will help you determine the ideal solution for every window in your home. All quote we provide is free, written, and comes with absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to go ahead, we will arrange everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted within our very own workshop using time-honoured techniques and fitted by our experienced joiners throughout Scotland.
get in touch with us today on 07920 057592 or fill in the form on our contact page and we will get back within 24 hours.