Timber sash and case windows enhance many a home. With time, however, these distinctive windows will need a little extra care and maintenance.
Sash cords break, the draught seal deteriorates, and the bottom rails start to rot through years of neglect. The window shakes, then jams, then ultimately fails to close properly.
Woodfellas have been trusted timber sash and case window specialists serving Scottish homes across Shotts from our workshop premises for over two decades!
When a window is beyond repair, we provide restoration, repairs, and also the crafting of bespoke replacements.
Ring us on 07920 057592 or reach us via our contact page to book a free visit and written quote.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title accurately reflects how the system operates.
The sash refers to the moving panel of glass, whilst the case is the empty box frame that is constructed within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Contained within each case are two counterweights, one corresponding to the upper sash and one to the lower. These weights are suspended from sash cords that travel over pulley wheels positioned at the uppermost section of the frame.
The lower sash moves up as the counterweights descend on the opposite side, and once released, they keep the sash firmly in place.
Whilst casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows move smoothly in a vertical direction!
With both sashes operating independently of one another, you have the freedom to ventilate from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. That gives your home outstanding ventilation control, all without any panel swinging inward into the room or outside toward the street.
When the mechanism is working flawlessly, you barely give it a second thought!
When the cords break, as they so frequently do after years of faithful service, the sash drops and remains stubbornly in place or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas proves invaluable.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window calls for an identical solution.
Our Shotts sash window team meticulously examines your window requirements to determine whether repairs or refurbishment is the best solution for you.
Window draught-proofing
A full window refurbishment is the most logical option when the existing window remains sound yet fails to function to its full potential.
Our skilled craftsmen can improve your glazing and add draught-proofing across with traditional joinery methods well suited to traditional windows!
A beautifully restored sash and case window in your Shotts property should appear as though it has always been exactly as it was meant to be.
Effortless to use, silent in the frame, and cosy in the room. That is the standard we work to each time.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement is the often most completed repair we undertake.
When the cords break, the weights remain idle within the case with not any connection to the sash at all.
We access the pocket piece, recover the weights, fit fresh sash cords, and position the pulleys with accuracy.
Whilst carrying out your repair, our experts will be sure to thoroughly assess the general condition of your window, ensuring that every detail is carefully examined and nothing is overlooked.
Timber repairs
Shotts’s bottom rails and sills bear the harshest weather conditions.
Where the decay remains localised to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully taken out and replaced by inserting new sections of matched traditional timber. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding wood, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved entirely intact.
We hold firmly to the belief that there is simply no reason to replace a window that remains structurally sound simply because one portion of it has developed an issue.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has reached the point where repair is no longer cost effective, we make brand new sash windows to your exact requirements in our workshop and put in them at your home.
Every replacement window is expertly crafted and tailor made in hardwood or treated pine. We carefully ensure to replicate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As wooden window manufacturers located in Shotts, we provide and fit new sash and case windows throughout the region, using premium materials and traditional craftsmanship techniques.
Our sash and case window selection spans everything from a single replacement sash to a full new window installation for a listed building.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are included as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Shotts
Elevate your property and everyday living experience with beautiful double glazed sash and case windows!
Our units feature a slim-profile sealed design that fits neatly within the original glazing rebate, leaving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely unchanged.
From the outside, the timber window looks the same to the original.
Here is why so many property owners throughout Shotts are deciding to upgrade their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a significant improvement to energy efficiency.
This results in reduced energy expenditure, as your heating system need not exert itself as greatly in order to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout your home.
Noise reduction
The reduction of noise is another advantage that homeowners tend to notice almost immediately.
Double glazed sash windows greatly minimise noise transmission for households along busy roads or near main junctions.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architectural landscape is both breathtaking and rich in history.
Timber sash and case windows are a defining feature of conservation area character, and maintaining them is hugely important! Why protect the soul of your building with expert timber window restoration from Woodfellas?
If your property falls within one of these areas, or is a listed building, specific rules apply to window replacement and must be checked before any work is commissioned.
For over twenty years, we have worked on properties located in conservation areas.
We understand council expectations, can navigate the consent process, and restore windows to satisfy requirements without avoidable delays.
Reach out today for a complimentary site visit and written quotation from a team whose expertise in listed buildings and conservation area projects is matched only by their profound knowledge of the windows themselves.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Shotts
Sash failing to hold its position when lifted
Replacing broken sash cords is the most common sash and case repair we complete, and on an otherwise sound window it is a straightforward and simple task for our skilled team.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has either worn away or was not installed in the first place. A sash and case window suffering from draughts will also often rattle noisily in the wind due to the same gap!
Draught proofing as part of a service package resolves all issues in a single visit.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most exposed part of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is thoroughly removed and new sections are spliced in using carefully matched material.
The rest of the original window remains completely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Many years of accumulated paint applied to protect the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can make it bond firmly to the frame.
We remove the sash from its housing, carefully clean all surfaces, carry out any required adjustments to ensure a proper fit, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are carefully inspected during the work, sparing you from dealing with many repair jobs later on.
Single glazing
Single single-glazed panes allow heat to escape rapidly and permit street noise to filter through. We provide double glazing while maintaining the visible appearance of the window frame entirely.
Sash and case windows Shotts FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether refurbishment or replacement is the right way 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 thoroughly sensible choice, providing a window that performs beautifully 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 far more sensible and logical course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We fit slim profile sealed units that fit within the existing glazing rebate without any need to widen the sash or alter the glazing bar pattern. From the outside, the window looks identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Shotts
Whatever your sash window needs in Shotts, Woodfellas is absolutely ready to handle it, whether that means a repair, restoration, or full replacement!
Get in touch to our helpful team today and we will guide you towards the very best solution for every window in your home. Every quote we offer is free of charge, set out in writing, and carries no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will organise everything entirely around you.
Every window and door is made right here in our very own workshop using time-honoured techniques and fitted by our own skilled joiners throughout Scotland.
Contact today by calling 07920 057592 or by completing the form found on our contact page, and a member of our team will get back to you within 24 hours.