Timber sash and case windows are suitable for every household. Over time, these distinctive windows need some extra care.
Sash cords break, the draught seal wears away, and the bottom rails begin to rot through years of neglect. The window shakes, then jams, then ultimately fails to close properly.
Woodfellas has spent over 20 years as timber sash and case window specialists, helping Scottish homes throughout Stirling from our workshop.
When a window is irreparable, we repair, and also produce bespoke replacement units to order.
Ring us on 07920 057592 or reach us via our contact page to arrange a free visit and written quote.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title accurately reflects how the system works.
The sash is the sliding glass panel. The case is the hollow box frame built within the wall around the window opening.
Inside each case sit two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving an lower. They are hung on sash cords that pass over pulley wheels fitted into the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the weights drop on the opposite side. Let go of it and they keep the sash in place.
Whilst casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows travel by sliding vertically instead.
With both sashes working separately of one another, you have the freedom to open from the top, the bottom, or indeed both simultaneously. That gives your home excellent ventilation control, all without any panel moving inward into the room or outward toward the street.
When the mechanism is functioning perfectly, you hardly give it a second thought!
When the cords snap, as they inevitably do after years of everyday use, the sash drops and remains in that lowered position or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That’s precisely where Woodfellas step up!
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Each traditional sash window requires its own approach.
Our sash windows team in Stirling spends 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
Full window refurbishment works best when the original frame is structurally sound but no longer performing well.
Our expert craftsmen use traditional joinery techniques well suited to period windows, improving your glazing and fitting comprehensive draught-proofing throughout your home.
A sensitively restored sash and case window in your Stirling home ought to seem as though it could never have been anything other than exactly as it is.
Effortless to operate, quiet within the frame, and welcoming in the space. That is the level we aim towards on every occasion.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Replacing sash cords is the most frequent repair job we attend for!
When the cords snap, the weights remain idle within the box, no longer linked to the sash in any way.
We access the pocket panel, remove the existing weights, fit fresh sash cords, and ensure the pulleys are properly aligned and set.
Our team will always inspect the general condition of the window during the visit, ensuring that no detail is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Stirling’s bottom rails and sills withstand the worst weather conditions.
Where the decay remains localised to a portion of the rail, the damaged timber is carefully taken out and replaced by splicing in new sections of matched traditional timber. The repair integrates seamlessly with the surrounding wood, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved entirely intact.
We believe there is no reason to sacrifice a window that remains in good condition simply because an issue affects only a part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window has got to the point where repair is not longer a worthwhile investment, we make brand new sash windows to your precise specifications within our workshop, then provide and fit them directly at your premises.
Every new window is carefully and skilfully crafted to your exact measurements in either hardwood or treated pine. We carefully ensure to faithfully replicate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As timber window manufacturers with pride based in Stirling, we provide and fit new sash and case windows across the region, bringing together quality materials with traditional traditional techniques.
From a single replacement sash to a complete suite of new windows for a listed building, our sash and case window range has every requirement covered.
Double glazing and enhanced security hardware are provided as default features.
Double glazed sash windows in Stirling
Elevate your property and everyday living experience with stunning double glazed sash and case windows!
Our units remain 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 outside, the timber window looks identical to the original.
Here is the reason homeowners throughout Stirling are selecting double glazing for their traditional sash and case windows.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a substantial boost to your home’s energy efficiency.
This translates directly into reduced energy bills, as your heating system no longer needs to labour as intensely to maintain a pleasant and comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Sound reduction is another advantage 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 substantially.
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 defining feature of conservation area character, and maintaining them is hugely important! Why not protect the soul of your building with specialist timber window restoration from Woodfellas?
If your premises is located in one of these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations surrounding window replacement are stricter and must be comprehended before you arrange any work.
We have been working on properties situated within conservation areas for more than twenty years.
We understand council expectations, can manage the consent process, and replace windows to satisfy requirements without unnecessary delays.
For a team that truly understands listed buildings and conservation area work just as well as they understand the windows themselves, reach out today for a complimentary site visit and detailed quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Stirling
Sash dropping down and refusing to stay up
Changing faulty sash cords is the repair our professional team performs most often on sash and case windows, and provided the window is generally in good condition, it is a entirely straightforward task for our professional professionals.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has deteriorated or was never installed in the first place. A sash and case window that admits draughts will also often rattle in the wind due to that very same gap.
Incorporating draught-proofing within a scheduled service appointment deals with every one of the concerns comprehensively and simultaneously.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom rail of the lower sash is the most vulnerable part of a sash and case window.
Where rot is limited to part of the rail, we remove the damaged timber and splice in new sections using matched material.
The remainder of the original window remains entirely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of paint layered on the sash in an effort to shield it from Scotland’s relentlessly wet weather can cause it to become firmly sealed against the frame.
We release the sash from its binding, carefully clean every surface, refine the fit required, and restore the mechanism to smooth, proper working order once again.
The cords and pulleys are checked throughout the procedure, sparing you several repair visits.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes lose heat fast and let in street noise. We install double glazing whilst maintaining the visible window profile unchanged.
Sash and case windows Stirling FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether to renovate or swap out depends on the window’s existing condition. A solid box frame with sound sashes makes refurbishment the sensible choice. You retain good performance without sacrificing original character. Where the frame has severely deteriorated or timber rot is beyond repair, replacement becomes the more suitable solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We use slim profile sealed units that sit within the existing glazing rebate without broadening 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 Stirling
Whatever your sash window needs in Stirling, Woodfellas is fully ready to handle it, whether that means a fix, refurbishment, or full replacement!
Give our brilliant team a ring today and we will help you find the right solution for every window in your home. Every quote is completely free, given in writing, and is under no obligation whatsoever. If you choose to move ahead, we will work entirely around your schedule!
Every window and door is made in our own workshop using time-honoured methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out to us now by calling 07920 057592 or by completing the form on our contact page, and we will get back to you within a day.