Traditional Joinery Made to Measure
New sash and case windows with authentic proportions
Where an existing window is beyond practical repair—or an inappropriate previous replacement needs correcting—we make new timber sash and case windows to suit the building rather than forcing the building to suit a standard unit.
Replacement sash and case windows in Stirling
Replacement should be a considered decision, not the automatic response to peeling paint, broken cords or isolated decay. Many original windows can be preserved through specialist repair or restoration. When the loss of timber is extensive, the window is structurally unsuitable or a modern imitation has already damaged the character of the opening, a properly detailed new window may be the sounder long-term option.
We survey the opening, surrounding masonry and surviving evidence before deciding dimensions and profiles. Pane arrangement, meeting-rail position, sash horns, astragals, mouldings and frame depth all affect how naturally the new work sits within the façade.
What distinguishes a sympathetic replacement?
Correct Proportions
Frame members and panes are balanced to reflect the age, scale and architectural rhythm of the property.
Traditional Operation
Proper cords, pulleys and counterweights provide the vertical sliding movement expected of a sash and case window.
Durable Timber Joinery
Materials, joints, drainage and coatings are specified for exposure and future maintainability.
Appropriate Glazing
Glass and glazing details are selected to balance comfort, appearance and any conservation requirements.
From survey to installation
- Condition assessment: we first confirm why repair is not the preferred option.
- Measured survey: opening sizes, reveals, masonry interfaces and relevant historic details are recorded.
- Joinery specification: glazing pattern, profiles, ironmongery, timber, glass and finish are agreed.
- Workshop manufacture: the window is made and checked before installation.
- Careful fitting: the new case is installed with attention to perimeter weathering, internal finishes and the surrounding fabric.
- Final adjustment: sashes, catches and seals are tested and maintenance advice is provided.
Glazing and planning considerations
New windows can incorporate suitable high-performance glazing, including heritage-compatible units where the desired profiles allow. In some cases, retaining and improving the existing windows with secondary glazing may be less disruptive and more appropriate.
Listed building consent may be needed and conservation-area policies can affect external changes. Owners should establish requirements before work begins. Our conservation window guide provides a useful starting point, while the local planning authority makes the final determination.
Frequently asked questions
Do old sash windows always need replacing?
No. Broken cords, loose putty, draughts and localised decay are normally repairable. We recommend replacement only when the condition or previous alterations justify it.
Can a replacement match the original pane pattern?
Yes. Surviving windows, photographs and neighbouring details can help establish an appropriate arrangement and profile.
Will new timber windows require maintenance?
Yes. Periodic inspection and timely coating maintenance are essential to every external timber window, including new work.
Discuss a repair-led or replacement solution
We can assess the opening and give you an honest recommendation based on condition, character and long-term value.
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