Timber sash and case windows are a wonderful feature in any home, but as the years pass, these remarkable windows do require a little additional care and attention.
Sash cords break, draught seals degrade and bottom rails decay through neglect. The window rattles, sticks then does not close properly.
Woodfellas are specialists in timber sash and case windows, serving Scottish homes throughout Yoker from our workshop for over two decades.
We repair, and make bespoke replacements when a window is beyond saving.
Contact to us on 07920 057592 or via our website contact page to arrange a complimentary visit and written quote.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title explains you exactly how it works.
The sash refers to the movable glass panel, whilst the case is the hollow timber frame that is constructed within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Inside each case sit two weights, one serving the upper sash and one serving the lower. They are suspended on sash cords that pass over pulley wheels fitted into the top of the frame.
The lower sash rises as the weights drop gracefully on the other side, and once released, they hold the sash perfectly in place.
Whilst casement windows swing outward on hinges, sash and case windows work by sliding vertically.
With both sashes operating independently 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 as it should, you hardly notice it is there.
When the cords break, as they often do after years of use, the sash falls and remains stuck or becomes tricky to operate.
That is exactly where Woodfellas make their entrance.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Each traditional sash window demands its own solution.
Our sash windows team in Yoker takes the time to grasp the precise requirements of your windows before advising whether repair or full refurbishment is the most appropriate course of action 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 professional craftsmen use joinery techniques sympathetic to traditional windows, upgrading your glazing and installing comprehensive draught-proofing throughout your premises.
A sensitively restored sash and case window in your Yoker home should 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 standard we aim towards on every occasion.
Sash cord and weight replacement
The replacing of sash cords is the most often carried out repair in our day-to-day work.
When the cords break, the weights remain resting uselessly inside the casing with nothing to connect them to the sash.
We take off the pocket cover, remove the weights, fit new sash cords, and adjust the pulleys correctly.
Our team will thoroughly evaluate the overall condition of the entire window during every visit, making sure that nothing is ever overlooked.
Timber repairs
Yoker’s lower rails and sills bear the harshest weather elements.
Where the decay is confined to a portion of the rail, the compromised timber is meticulously removed and substituted 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 entirely intact.
We firmly believe there is no reason to sacrifice a window that remains sound simply because an issue affects only a section of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is beyond economical repair, we craft brand new sash windows to your precise specifications right in our workshop and supply, then fit them at your property!
Every replacement window is expertly crafted and made to measure in hardwood or treated pine. We make every effort to recreate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar pattern of the original window.
As wooden window manufacturers proudly based in Yoker, we provide and fit brand new sash and case windows throughout the region, combining quality materials with time honoured traditional techniques!
Our collection of sash and case windows covers everything from a single replacement sash right through to a complete set of new windows for a listed building.
Double glazing and improved security hardware are supplied as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Yoker
Transform your property and enhance your day-to-day living experience with the classic elegance of double glazed sash and case windows.
Our slim-profile sealed units are designed to sit neatly within the original glazing rebate, leaving the sash profile and glazing bar pattern completely unchanged.
From the exterior, the timber window appears identical to the original.
Find out why homeowners across Yoker are deciding to upgrade their classic sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a significant improvement to energy efficiency.
This means lower energy bills as your heating system works less to keep a comfortable temperature in your home.
Noise reduction
Sound reduction is an additional advantage that homeowners observe almost immediately.
If your home is located on a bustling road or close to a major junction, double glazed sash windows will 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 imbued with centuries of extraordinary history.
Protecting the distinctive character of our built heritage is precisely what conservation areas are designed to achieve, and sash and case windows form an essential part of that cherished identity. Rely on Woodfellas to respect that heritage through expert timber window restoration.
If your property falls within one of these designated areas, or if it holds listed building status, the regulations governing window replacement are specific and must be understood before you proceed with work of any kind.
Our expertise with properties within conservation areas spans 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 compliance with those requirements without unnecessary delays or revisions.
For a team that knows listed buildings and conservation area work as well as they know the windows themselves, contact us today for a free site visit and written quote.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Yoker
The sash not staying in the raised position
Replacing broken sash cords is certainly the commonest sash and case repair our expert team tackles, and when the rest of the window is in sound condition it is a very simple task for our skilled crew!
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and frame has broken down or was never installed. A draughty sash and case window will also shake in the wind due to the same gap.
Having draught-proofing addressed as part of a thorough service visit helps resolve every issue in a single , smooth sweep.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom section of the lower sash is the weakest component 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 entirely untouched.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of applying paint to protect 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 all contact surfaces, refine the fit where required, and restore the mechanism to full working order.
The cords with pulleys are thoroughly inspected during the process, sparing you from many repair visits later on.
Single glazing
Original single-glazed panes surrender heat rapidly and provide little resistance to external noise. We fit double glazing whilst retaining the visible profile of the window entirely.
Sash and case windows Yoker FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether to restore or renew depends on the window’s existing condition. A solid box frame with sound sashes makes refurbishment the best choice. You retain good performance without compromising original character. Where the frame has badly deteriorated or timber rot is beyond 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 widening the sash or changing the glazing bar pattern. From the outside the window looks absolutely identical to the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Yoker
Whatever your sash window needs may be in Yoker, whether repair, restoration, or full replacement, Woodfellas is well equipped to assist.
Get in touch with our knowledgeable team today and we will talk you through the most suitable solution for every window in your home. Every quotation we supply is free, presented in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation. Should you choose to proceed, we will arrange everything entirely around your schedule.
Every window and door is crafted in our very own workshop, using time-honoured techniques, and installed by our own skilled joiners across Scotland.
Call us today on 07920 057592 or fill in the form on our contact page and we will get back to you within 24 hours!