Wooden sash and case windows enhance many a property. With time, however, these distinctive windows will demand a little extra care and maintenance.
Sash cords snap, the draught seal deteriorates, and the bottom rails begin to rot through years of neglect. The window rattles, then jams, then eventually fails to close properly.
Woodfellas are experienced specialists in timber sash and case windows, serving Scottish homes across Strathaven from our workshop for more than two decades.
We restore , and even craft entirely bespoke replacements when a window is too far gone!
Reach out to us on 07920 057592 or via our contact page to book a free visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title indicates the purpose.
The sash refers to the gliding panel of glass itself, while the case is the internal box frame that is constructed into the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside each case sit two weights, one designated for the upper sash and another for the lower. These weights are suspended on sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
The lower sash rises as the weights drop smoothly on the opposite side, and once released, they hold the sash perfectly in place.
Whilst casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows move by sliding vertically instead of that.
Both sashes work independently of one another, meaning you can open the window from the top, the bottom, or both at once. This provides your home outstanding ventilation control without any panel swinging inward into the room or outward towards the street.
When the mechanism is functioning as it ought to, you barely notice it is present.
When the cords snap, as they commonly do after years of everyday use, the sash falls and remains in the position or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That is exactly where Woodfellas proves invaluable.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every traditional sash window requires an exact solution.
Our sash windows Strathaven team thoroughly assesses what your windows need in order to determine whether repairs or full refurbishment is the best-suited option for you.
Window draught-proofing
A full window overhaul is the wise choice when the existing frame is structurally solid yet just not performing as expected!
Our skilled craftsmen apply joinery methods specifically suited to traditional windows, improving your glazing and installing draught-proofing throughout your property.
A beautifully restored sash and case window in your Strathaven home should seem as though it was always intended to be there!
Every installation we undertake we complete is guided by a straightforward aim: smooth use, quiet fitting, and a warm feel within the space.
Sash cord and weight replacement
Sash cord replacement remains our most often completed repair.
When the cords snap, the weights stay idle within the box, no more linked to the sash in any way.
We access the pocket panel, take out the existing weights, install fresh sash cords, and ensure the pulleys are properly aligned and adjusted.
Whilst undertaking your repair, our team will be sure to closely assess the overall condition of your window, ensuring that every detail is thoroughly examined and nothing is overlooked.
Timber repairs
Lower rails and sills bear the impact of Strathaven’s severe climate.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the compromised timber is carefully removed and replaced with new sections spliced in using matched traditional wood. The repair blends seamlessly with the surrounding material, whilst the remainder of the original window is preserved completely intact.
We are strongly of the opinion that a window which remains fundamentally intact should not be sacrificed simply because one section of it has developed a fault.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is past economical repair, we craft new sash windows to your exact specifications in our workshop and fit them at your property.
Every single replacement window is carefully crafted and made to measure in either hardwood or treated pine. We make serious effort to replicate the profile, proportions and glazing bar pattern of your original windows!
As timber window manufacturers proudly rooted in Strathaven, we make and install new sash and case windows throughout the region, respecting traditional techniques and sourcing only the highest quality materials.
Our sash and case window selection covers everything from a single replacement sash to a complete new window installation for a listed building.
Double glazing and improved security hardware are provided as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Strathaven
Enhance both the visual appeal and everyday ease of your home with carefully crafted double glazed sash and case windows.
Our units have a slim sealed design that sits neatly within the original glazing rebate, leaving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely unchanged.
From the outside, the timber window looks identical to the original.
Here is why homeowners throughout Strathaven are selecting double glazing for their traditional sash and case windows.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service offers your energy efficiency a serious boost!
This means your heating system operates much less to keep a comfortable temperature, which straight away results in lower energy bills for you!
Noise reduction
The reduction of noise is one more benefit that homeowners tend to notice nearly immediately.
Living on a heavily trafficked road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows provide a significant decrease in the level of noise that passes through.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architecture is stunning, rich in a rich history.
Conservation areas safeguard local character, and sash and case windows form a vital part of that heritage. Preserve your building’s character through expert timber window restoration by Woodfellas.
If your property is located within one of these designated areas, or if it has listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are precise and must be understood before any work is commissioned.
For more than twenty years, we have been working on properties located in conservation areas.
We understand precisely what the council needs, how to manage the consent process efficiently, and how to restore or replace windows in full compliance with those requirements without unnecessary delays or revisions.
For a team that understands listed buildings and conservation area projects just as well as they know the windows themselves, reach out today to book a complimentary site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Strathaven
Sash failing to hold its position when raised
A failed sash cord is the most common repair we undertake on sash and case windows, and provided that the window itself remains in good condition, it is a very straightforward task for our skilled team.
Draughts and rattling
The seal between the sash and the frame has either been worn beyond function or was simply never installed in the first place. That very same unrelenting gap responsible for the draughts is also to blame when the window begins to rattle restlessly against the wind.
Draught proofing within a service package addresses all issues in a single visit.
Rotten bottom rail
The lowest rail of the bottom sash represents the most exposed component of a sash and case window.
Where the decay is confined to a particular section of the rail, we carefully remove the compromised timber and splice fresh, perfectly matched material seamlessly into its place.
The remainder of the original window is left entirely untouched.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of applying paint to safeguard the sash against Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to become firmly bonded to the frame.
We remove the sash from its housing, thoroughly clean the contact surfaces, refine the fit where required, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords and pulleys are inspected during the process, sparing you several repair visits.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes shed heat fast and let in street noise. We fit double glazing whilst keeping the visible window profile unchanged.
Sash and case windows Strathaven FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
It all depends on the present condition of the window itself. Where the box frame remains solid and the sashes are structurally sound, refurbishment is a sensible choice. You retain a window that performs effectively whilst preserving its original character. Where the frame has suffered serious deterioration, or the timber has rotted beyond the point of repair, replacement becomes the more practical solution.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
From the outside, the window looks entirely unchanged, as our slim profile sealed units are designed to sit securely within the existing glazing rebate without any need to broaden the sash or change the glazing bar pattern.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Strathaven
Whatever your sash window needs in Strathaven, Woodfellas is absolutely ready to handle it, whether that means a repair, refurbishment, or full replacement!
Get in touch to our friendly team today and we will assist you in finding the ideal solution for every window in your home. Every quote we offer is complimentary, written, and comes with absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to proceed, we will arrange everything around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our very own workshop using time-honoured methods and installed by our own joiners throughout Scotland.
Reach out us today by phoning 07920 057592 or just complete the form on our contact page and we will respond to you within 24 hours.