Timber sash and case windows suit any household. Over time, these distinctive windows require some additional care.
Sash cords snap and draught seals wear out while bottom rails start to rot through years of neglect. The window rattles first, then catches, then simply fails to close properly!
Woodfellas have been relied on timber sash and case window specialists serving Scottish homes across Sandford from our workshop premises for over two decades!
When a window is beyond redemption, we repair, and even create fully custom replacements to order.
Ring us on 07920 057592 or get in touch via our contact form to book your free visit and written quote!
What is a timber sash and case window
The heading shows the function.
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.
Inside every case sit two weights, one supporting the upper sash and one serving the lower. These hang from sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
The lower sash rises as the counterweights descend on the opposite side, and after being released, they hold the sash securely held in place.
Whilst casement windows open outwards on hinges, sash and case windows work by sliding vertically instead.
Both sashes move independently of one another, meaning you can open it from the top, the bottom, or even both at once. Your home enjoys superb ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is working as it ought to, you scarcely notice it is present.
When the cords snap, as they so frequently do after years of faithful service, the sash falls and remains stubbornly in place or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That is precisely the point at which Woodfellas make their their entrance.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window requires an identical answer.
Our sash windows team in Sandford spends time to understand the precise requirements of your windows before advising whether repair or full refurbishment is the best suited 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 properly.
Our skilled craftsmen employ traditional joinery techniques perfectly suited to period windows, improving your glazing and installing comprehensive draught-proofing throughout your home.
A restored sash and case window in your Sandford home should feel as though it was originally meant to be there.
Effortless to operate, silent within its frame, and welcoming in the space it inhabits. This is the standard we aim for with every individual installation.
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacement of sash cords is the most common repair in our day-to-day work.
When the cords snap, the weights dangle uselessly inside the case with nothing at all linking them to the sash.
We open the pocket piece, remove the weights, fit new sash cords, and align the pulleys accurately.
Whilst undertaking your repair, our specialists will be sure to thoroughly assess the complete condition of your window, ensuring that every detail is thoroughly examined and nothing is overlooked.
Timber repairs
Bottom rails and sills endure the most severe of Sandford’s weather conditions.
Where the rot is limited to just one section of the rail, we gently remove the damaged timber and fit in fresh new sections using carefully matched traditional wood. The repair sits naturally with the surrounding timber and the rest of the original window remains completely intact!
We believe there is no need to replace a structurally sound window over a fault that affects only part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is not longer a sound investment, we craft brand new sash windows to your precise specifications within our workshop, then provide and fit them directly at your premises.
Every replacement window is meticulously and skilfully crafted to your exact measurements in either hardwood or treated pine. We carefully ensure to faithfully reproduce the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As timber window manufacturers firmly rooted in Sandford, we make and install new sash and case windows across the region, respecting traditional techniques and sourcing only the best quality materials.
Our selection of sash and case windows encompasses everything from a single replacement sash through to a complete set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Sandford
Transform your home and enhance your everyday living experience with the timeless elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units are slim-line profile sealed units that fit perfectly within the original glazing rebate without altering the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the exterior, the timber window appears the same to the original.
Discover why homeowners throughout Sandford are deciding to improve their classic sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service delivers a substantial improvement to your home’s energy efficiency.
This means lower energy bills as your heating system operates less to maintain a pleasant temperature in your home.
Noise reduction
Reducing sound is an additional advantage property owners notice fast.
Residing on a heavily trafficked road or close to a large junction, double glazed sash windows provide a significant reduction in the amount of noise that passes through.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is both breathtaking and historically significant.
Timber sash and case windows are a distinctive feature of conservation area heritage, and maintaining them matters enormously! Why protect the soul of your building with specialist timber window restoration from Woodfellas?
If your property lies within these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations surrounding window replacement are stricter and must be understood before you organise any work.
We have been working on properties located within conservation areas for more than twenty years.
We understand precisely what the council requires, how to move through the consent process with confidence, and how to repair or replace windows in a manner that meets every requirement without needless 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 Sandford
Sash failing to hold its position when raised
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 simple task for our professional crew!
Draughts and rattling
The seal between the sash and the frame has worn away or was not installed at all in the first instance. A sash and case window afflicted by draughts will also tend to rattle when exposed to gusts, owing to the same gap.
Draught proofing done as part of a service call helps resolve all issues in a one visit.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most highly vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where the rot is limited to a particular section of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and splice in fresh new sections using closely matched material!
The remainder of the original window is left completely untouched.
Window stuck shut by paint
Many 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 from its housing, thoroughly clean the contact surfaces, adjust the fit where required, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are checked at every stage, saving you from having to carry out several repair jobs.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are especially inefficient at retaining warmth and provide very little resistance to the intrusion of external street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing preserves the visible profile of your existing window frames completely.
Sash and case windows Sandford FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether to renovate or replace depends on the window’s existing condition. A sound box frame with sound sashes makes refurbishment the practical choice. You preserve good performance without sacrificing original character. Where the frame has severely deteriorated or timber rot is too extensive to repair, replacement becomes the more practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes! We use slim profile sealed units that fit perfectly within the existing glazing rebate without altering the sash or changing the glazing bar pattern. From the outside the window appears exactly the same to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Sandford
Whatever your sash windows may need in Sandford, whether it is a repair, a careful restoration, or a full replacement, Woodfellas possesses the expertise to manage every aspect with total confidence.
Get in touch to our helpful team today and we will help you determine the ideal solution for every window in your home. Every quote we offer is free, written, and comes with completely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to proceed, we will arrange everything around your schedule.
Every window is crafted in our own workshop using time-honoured methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Get in touch with us today by calling 07920 057592 or by filling in the form found on our contact page, and a member of our team will get back to you within 24 hours.