Timber sash and case windows suit any household. Over time, these distinctive windows require some additional care.
Over time, sash cords snap, draught seals deteriorate, and bottom rails start to rot through prolonged neglect. The window then shakes, sticks, and ultimately fails to close properly.
Woodfellas has been delivering expert timber sash and case window services to Scottish homes throughout Shettleston for well over two decades, all from our dedicated workshop.
When a window is beyond repair, we offer restoration, fixing, and even the crafting of custom-made replacements.
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 reflects the purpose.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass, whilst the case is the hollow box frame that is constructed within the wall around the window opening.
Inside every case sit two weights, one supporting the upper sash and one supporting the lower. These are suspended from sash cords that run over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
The lower sash rises as the counterweights drop on the opposite side, and after being released, they keep the sash securely held in place.
While casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows glide gracefully in a upward and downward direction.
Each sashes operate independently, allowing you to open the window from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. This offers your home with exceptional ventilation control, entirely without a panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is functioning correctly, you barely give it a second thought.
When the cords break, as they invariably do after years of regular use, the sash drops and stays in that lowered position or gets increasingly difficult to operate.
That’s exactly where Woodfellas come into their own!
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window requires an identical solution.
Our sash windows team in Shettleston takes the time to grasp 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
When a window remains structurally intact yet fails to deliver on performance, a complete refurbishment becomes the most sensible and most worthwhile course of action.
Using carpentry techniques that complement traditional windows, our skilled craftsmen are able to upgrade your glazing and fit draught-proofing throughout your home.
A restored sash and case window in your Shettleston property ought to seem as though it was already exactly as it should be.
Easy to operate, silent in the frame, and cosy in the room. That is the level we work to every time.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains the most frequently undertaken repair within our service offering.
When the cords snap, the weights stay idle within the box, no longer linked to the sash in any manner.
We reach the pocket piece, retrieve the weights, install fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys with precision.
Our team will consistently inspect the full condition of the window while on site, ensuring nothing goes unnoticed.
Timber repairs
The bottom rails and sills bear the full brunt of Shettleston’s harsh weather conditions.
Where the rot is localised to a particular section of the rail, we carefully remove the affected timber and fit new sections using closely matched traditional wood. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding timber, while the remainder of the original window remains completely 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 fault.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond cost-effective repair, we make brand new sash windows to your exact specifications right in our own workshop and supply and fit them at your property!
Every replacement window is expertly crafted and tailor made in hardwood or treated pine. We make every effort to match the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As manufacturers of timber windows proudly rooted in Shettleston, we craft and install new sash and case windows across the region, honouring traditional techniques and using only the best quality materials.
Our selection of sash and case windows covers 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 supplied as default features.
Double glazed sash windows in Shettleston
Enhance both the aesthetic appeal and everyday comfort of your home with the classic elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our slim-profile sealed units are designed to fit neatly within the original glazing rebate, maintaining the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely without modification.
From the outside, the timber window looks the same to the original.
Here is the explanation why property owners throughout Shettleston are choosing 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 operates much less to keep a comfortable temperature, which directly results in lower energy bills for you!
Noise reduction
Reducing sound is another advantage that homeowners observe very quickly.
If your home is located on a busy road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows cut down on noise transmission significantly!
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is as breathtaking as it is historically significant.
The nature of a building contains stories worth preserving, and sash and case windows are woven deeply into this living narrative. Trust Woodfellas to honour that story through specialist timber window restoration.
If your property falls inside one of these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are precise and must be understood before you proceed with any work.
We have been working on properties situated within conservation areas for more than twenty years.
We understand precisely what the council requires, how to handle the consent process efficiently, and how to restore or replace windows in full accordance with those requirements without unnecessary delays or revisions.
For a team that knows listed buildings and conservation area work as well as they understand the windows themselves, contact us today for a complimentary site visit and written quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Shettleston
The sash dropping down and refusing to stay up
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 perfectly straightforward job for our experienced team.
Draughts and rattling
The seal between the sash and the frame has deteriorated or was simply never installed 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 as part of a package helps solve all problems at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The lowest rail of the bottom sash is the most vulnerable component of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is restricted to a particular section of the rail, the affected timber is carefully removed and substituted by new sections, jointed seamlessly using closely matched material.
The remainder of the original window is left completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
A build-up of paint applied to protect the sash from Scotland’s harsh wet climate can bond it firmly to the frame.
We remove the sash from its housing, carefully clean all surfaces, make any required adjustments to ensure a proper fit, and restore the mechanism to proper working order.
The cords and pulleys are checked throughout the process, sparing you from many repair jobs down the line!
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes are especially inefficient at retaining warmth and offer very little resistance to the intrusion of outside street noise. Our upgrade to double glazing preserves the visible profile of your existing window frames entirely.
Sash and case windows Shettleston FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It all comes down to the present condition of the window itself. Where the box frame remains solid and the sashes are structurally sound, refurbishment is a practical choice. You keep a window that performs effectively whilst preserving its original character. Where the frame has suffered significant deterioration, or the timber has rotted past repair, replacement becomes the practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slim profile sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without broadening the sash or changing the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window looks exactly as the original did always.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Shettleston
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Shettleston, from repair and restoration through to complete replacement, Woodfellas has the experience to take care of everything.
Give our friendly team a ring today and we will help you determine the very best option for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is free of charge, provided in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will organise everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is made right here in our very own premises using traditional techniques and installed by our own experienced joiners throughout Scotland.
get in touch with us today on 07920 057592 or fill in the form on our get in touch page and we will respond within 24 hours.