Timber sash and case windows bring any household with lasting charm. Yet as the years pass, these remarkable windows inevitably call for a little additional 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 rattles, sticks, and eventually fails to close properly.
Woodfellas has delivered professional timber sash and case window services to Scottish homes throughout Saltcoats for well over two decades, all from our specialist workshop.
When a window is beyond saving, we repair, and even make custom-made replacements to order.
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or get in touch with us via our contact page to book a free visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The name shows the function.
The sash is the moveable glass panel. The case is the hollow box frame constructed within the wall around the window opening.
Situated within each case sit two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving the lower, suspended on sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Lift the lower sash up and the weights will drop on the opposite side. Release it and they shall keep the sash firmly in place.
Whilst casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows work by moving vertically.
Both sashes move independently, giving you the freedom to open from the top, the bottom, or both at once. You get brilliant ventilation control throughout your home, and with no panel swinging into the room or out towards the street, it is as useful as it is clever!
When the mechanism is working as it ought to, you hardly give it a second thought.
When the cords break, as they invariably do after years of regular use, the sash falls and remains in that lowered position or gets increasingly difficult to use.
That is exactly where Woodfellas make their entrance.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window demands an exact solution.
Our sash windows team in Saltcoats takes the time to truly understand the specific requirements of your windows, ensuring they can recommend with confidence whether a repair or a full refurbishment is the best suited course of action for you.
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet fails to deliver optimal performance, a complete refurbishment presents itself as the most logical course of action.
Our skilled craftsmen use traditional joinery techniques well suited to period windows, improving your glazing and fitting comprehensive draught-proofing throughout your home.
A beautifully restored sash and case window in your Saltcoats home should seem as though it was always meant to be there!
Effortless to operate, quiet within its frame, and inviting in the space it inhabits. That is the standard we work towards with every individual installation.
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacing of sash cords is the most frequently performed repair in our day-to-day work.
When the cords snap, the weights dangle unhelpfully inside the case with absolutely nothing linking them to the sash.
We access the pocket piece, remove the existing weights, fit fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys accurately.
Our staff will consistently inspect the full condition of your window while onsite, so completely nothing at all gets missed!
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills endure the harshest of Saltcoats’s weather conditions conditions.
Where the rot is confined to a particular section of the rail, we carefully remove the affected timber and splice in new sections using closely matched traditional wood. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding timber, while the remainder of the original window remains completely intact.
We are strongly of the view that there is no need to sacrifice a window that remains structurally sound simply because an localised issue affects only one section of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond economical repair, we make brand new sash windows to your exact specifications right in our own workshop and supply, then fit them at your property!
Every replacement window is carefully crafted and manufactured to the precise measurements of each opening, available in hardwood or treated pine. We take considerable care to accurately replicate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar arrangement of the original window.
As wooden window manufacturers located in Saltcoats, we supply and install new sash and case windows throughout the region, using premium materials and traditional craftsmanship techniques.
Our range of sash and case windows covers everything from a single replacement sash right through to a full set of brand new windows for a listed building!
Double glazing and improved security hardware are provided as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Saltcoats
Improve your home and daily comfort with double glazed sash and case windows.
Our sealed units are slimline sealed units that fit within the original glazing rebate without altering the sash profile or glazing bar pattern.
From the exterior, the timber window looks the same to the original.
Here is the reason so many property owners throughout Saltcoats are deciding to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers a substantial improvement to your home’s energy efficiency.
This means your heating system works much less to maintain a cosy temperature, which straight away results in lower energy bills for you!
Noise reduction
The reduction of noise is another benefit that homeowners often notice almost immediately.
If your home sits on a bustling road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows will 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 rich in history.
The character of conservation areas is something worth preserving with great 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 falls inside one of these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are specific and must be understood before you proceed with work of any kind.
We have delivered work on conservation area properties for over twenty years.
We know precisely what the council needs, how to move through the consent process with confidence, and how to repair or renew windows in a manner that satisfies every requirement without unnecessary delays or further correspondence.
For a team that understands listed buildings and conservation area work as well as they understand the windows themselves, get in touch today for a free site visit and written quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Saltcoats
Sash not staying in the raised position
When it comes to sash and case repairs, replacing a broken sash cord is the task we encounter most often, and provided the window itself is in good condition, it is a quite straightforward job for our skilled team.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has worn away or was never installed in the first place. A sash and case window that admits draughts will also tend to rattle in the wind due to that very same gap.
With draught-proofing included as part of a service package helps address all concerns in one go.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the bottom sash is the weakest component of a sash and case window.
Where the rot is confined to a particular section of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and splice in fresh new sections using closely matched material!
The rest of the original window remains completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of coatings applied to the sash to shield it from Scotland’s damp climate can make it become stuck to the frame.
We loosen the sash carefully, clean and prepare the surfaces thoroughly, make any required adjustments to the fit, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are thoroughly inspected during the procedure, sparing you from multiple repair jobs later on.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes lose their warmth with surprising ease and offer little protection to the clamour of the street outside. We replace them with double glazing whilst retaining every detail of the window’s outward appearance entirely intact.
Sash and case windows Saltcoats FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether refurbishment or replacement is the best path forward depends entirely upon the condition of the existing window structure. If the box frame remains sound and the sashes are structurally intact, refurbishment presents itself as a very 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 slimline sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without widening the sash or altering the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window looks identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Saltcoats
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Saltcoats, whether repair, restoration, or full replacement, Woodfellas is well equipped to assist.
Get in touch 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 complimentary, written, and comes with completely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to go ahead, we will arrange everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our very own workshop using traditional methods and installed by our in-house joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact us today by calling 07920 057592 or simply fill in the form on our contact page and we will get back to you within 24 hours.