Timber sash and case windows suit every 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 rattles, sticks, and ultimately fails to close properly.
Woodfellas have been committed timber sash and case window specialists, serving Scottish homes throughout Yorkhill from our workshop for more than two decades.
We repair, and manufacture bespoke replacements when a window is beyond saving.
Reach out on 07920 057592 or get in touch with us via our contact page to arrange a free visit and written quotation.
What is a timber sash and case window
The title reflects the function.
The sash refers to the sliding panel of glass itself, whilst the case is the hollow box frame that is built within the wall surrounding the window opening.
Housed within each case are a pair of weights, one dedicated to the upper sash and one to the lower, both suspended from sash cords that pass over pulley wheels positioned at the top of the frame.
Raise the lower sash and the weights fall down on the opposite side. Let go of it and they hold the sash perfectly in place!
Sash and case windows slide vertically, whereas casement windows swing outward on hinges.
Both sashes work independently, letting you open from the top, the bottom, or both at once. You have precise ventilation control with no panel swinging inward or outward.
When the system is functioning correctly, you barely think about it at all.
When the cords break, as they commonly do after years of regular use, the sash falls and remains in that position or becomes increasingly difficult to operate.
That is precisely where Woodfellas proves invaluable.
Timber sash window services and refurbishment
Not every classic sash window requires an identical solution.
Our Yorkhill sash window team meticulously assesses your window requirements to determine whether repairs or refurbishment is the most suitable solution for you.
Window draught-proofing
When a window remains structurally intact yet does not perform on performance, a complete refurbishment becomes the most sensible and most worthwhile course of action.
Our professional craftsmen use joinery techniques sympathetic to traditional windows, upgrading your glazing and installing comprehensive draught-proofing throughout your home.
A restored sash and case window in your Yorkhill home should seem as though it was always meant to be there.
Effortless to operate, quiet 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 our most commonly carried out repair within the services we offer.
When the cords fail, the weights hang idle within the case with no connection to the sash.
We access the pocket piece, take out the existing weights, fit fresh sash cords, and set the pulleys accurately.
Our team will thoroughly inspect the overall state of the entire window during each visit, ensuring that nothing is ever missed.
Timber repairs
Yorkhill’s lower rails and sills withstand the worst weather conditions.
Where the rot is localised to a particular section of the rail, we remove carefully the affected timber and fit new sections using closely matched traditional wood. The repair integrates 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 structurally sound should not be discarded simply because an single issue affects only one part of it.
Supplying and fitting bespoke sash windows
When a window is past economical repair, we make new sash windows to your precise specifications in our workshop and supply and install them at your property.
Every replacement window is expertly crafted and manufactured to the precise measurements of each opening, available in hardwood or treated pine. We take considerable care to faithfully replicate the profile, proportions, and glazing bar arrangement of the original window.
As timber window manufacturers proudly rooted in Yorkhill, we make and install new sash and case windows throughout the region, respecting traditional techniques and using only the best quality materials.
From one 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 improved security hardware are included as standard features.
Double glazed sash windows in Yorkhill
Transform your home and everyday living experience with stunning double glazed sash and case windows!
Our units are slim-profile sealed units that sit comfortably within the original glazing rebate, needing no alteration to the sash profile or the glazing bar pattern.
From the exterior, the timber window looks identical to the original.
Here is why so many property owners across Yorkhill are choosing to improve their traditional sash and case windows with double glazing.
Energy efficiency
Our glazing service provides a significant improvement to your home’s energy efficiency.
This translates directly into lower energy bills, as your heating system no longer needs to work as hard to keep a warm and comfortable temperature across your home.
Noise reduction
Sound reduction is an additional benefit that homeowners observe almost immediately.
Living on a busy street or close to a busy junction, double glazed sash windows reduce noise transmission substantially.
Sash and case windows in Scotland’s conservation areas and listed buildings
Scotland’s architectural landscape is as breathtaking as it is rich in history.
The character of a building holds 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 within one of these zones, or is a listed building, the regulations surrounding window replacement are precise and well worth understanding before you arrange any work!
Our expertise working on properties within conservation areas covers more than twenty years.
Having developed a strong understanding of council expectations, we are well positioned to take you through the consent process and carry out window restoration or replacement work that meets all requirements effectively and without avoidable delays.
For a team that understands listed buildings and conservation area projects just as thoroughly as they know the windows themselves, contact us today to arrange a free site visit and written quotation.
Sash and case window faults we fix in Yorkhill
The sash is failing to stay in the raised position and drops back down.
Replacing faulty sash cords is the repair our experienced team performs most frequently on sash and case windows, and provided the window is generally in good condition, it is a entirely simple task for our skilled professionals.
Draughts and rattling
The draught seal between the sash and the frame has either worn away or was never fitted at all. A sash and case window with draughts will also often rattle noisily in the wind due to the same gap!
Draught proofing as part of a package sorts help solve all problems at once.
Rotten bottom rail
The bottom section of the lower sash represents the most vulnerable component of a sash and case window.
Where the rot is limited to a specific section of the rail, we take out the damaged timber and insert new sections using matching material.
The rest of the original window remains entirely undisturbed.
Window stuck shut by paint
Years of paint applied to the sash to protect it from Scotland’s damp climate can cause it to become bonded to the frame.
We free the sash, wipe down surface areas, adjust the fit as needed, and restore the mechanism to proper working order.
The cords with pulleys are thoroughly inspected during the process, sparing you from many repair visits down the line.
Single glazing
Original single glazed panes lose heat quickly and allow street noise to filter straight through. We replace with double glazing while keeping unchanged the visible profile of your window at all!
Sash and case windows Yorkhill FAQs
Is it better to refurbish sash and case windows or replace them?
Whether refurbishment or replacement is the right approach depends entirely upon the existing condition of the window itself. Where the box frame remains structurally sound and the sashes retain their integrity, refurbishment represents a wholly sensible and satisfactory decision, allowing the window to perform with renewed efficiency whilst preserving its original character. However, where the frame has suffered significant deterioration or the timber has decayed beyond the point of viable repair, replacement becomes the more suitable and considered course of action.
Can sash and case windows take double glazing?
Yes. We utilise slim profile sealed units that sit neatly within the existing glazing rebate, requiring no alteration to the sash width or glazing bar arrangement. Viewed from the exterior, the window retains the appearance of the original.
Get a free quote for sash and case windows in Yorkhill
Whatever your sash windows may need in Yorkhill, be it a repair, a careful restoration, or a full replacement, Woodfellas possesses the expertise to handle every aspect with total confidence.
Give our approachable team a ring today and we will help you work out the most suitable option for every window in your home. Every quote we provide is entirely free, given in writing, and carries absolutely no obligation whatsoever. Should you choose to move forward, we will arrange everything around your schedule.
Every window is crafted within our very own workshop using traditional techniques and fitted by our experienced joiners across Scotland.
Reach out to us today by phoning 07920 057592 or by completing the form found on our contact page, and a member of our team will respond to you within 24 hours.