Grade 2 Listed Windows

Another grade 2 listed property that has benefited from our sash windows. The existing windows were not original, had started to decay, were poorly fitted, and a mix of sections.

We helped our customer put together a planning application through our recommended architect that specialises in listed buildings, and permission was granted to restore the existing box frames and have new accoyawood single glazed sashes made , glazed with acoustic laminate glass to cut down on noise from the busy road. The windows have made a noticeable difference already for our customer.

Energy efficient sash windows

Due to the current costs of heating a home we are receiving more and more enquiries from home owners who are keen to improve the thermal efficiency of they’re period sash windows. We have a few options available that we can tailor to each individual home and it’s particular needs.

  • Restoration and Draught proofing

  • Double glazed upgrades

  • Secondary glazing

Information for each of these options can be found on our website. Please get in touch if you require more information or would like to explore these options in more detail.

Fineo Vacuum Glass

We can now offer vacuum glass as an option on all of our windows. Ultra thin, so can satisfy certain criteria’s in listed buildings where “through bars” need to be used on windows. It can also in some instances be installed into your existing windows depending on rebate sizes and glazing bar widths. Due the unit having a vacuum between the two panes it can achieve even better U values than triple Glazed units. Get in touch if you have any questions regarding this thorough our “contact page”, and please see the images below for more information.

Yorkshire sliding window, Lancashire

Here’s an example of some “Yorkshire sliders” we manufactured and installed into this cottage near Ormskirk, Lancashire. We copied the original Yorkshire sliding windows exactly while incorporating high performance double glazed units. Fully factory spray finished in farrow and ball vert de terre. These have made a huge difference to our customers throughout the winter months, eliminating draughts and keeping the heat in the rooms.

Yorkshire sliders, scarisbrick, Ormskirk, Lancashire

Yorkshire sliders, scarisbrick, Ormskirk, Lancashire

Georgian sash windows Milnthorpe, Cumbria

A recent installation of one of our double glazed sash windows, Milnthorpe, Cumbria. This is one of our double glazed upgrades, restoring the original box frames and installing new Accoya wood sashes manufactured to match the original sashes whole contains high performance double glazed units. We have received approval on a number of listed property’s in Cumbria for our double glazed sashes to be installed. As can be seen from the photo our method can replicate the features of a Georgian window exactly, while drastically improving the thermal performace of your sash windows.

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Sash windows Birkdale, Merseyside

Here’s a great example of our double glazed sash window upgrade. The customer wanted to retain the original features while making their home warmer and more secure. We restored the original box frames and then installed our Accoya wood double glazed sashes. These sashes are manufactured to match the original single glazed sashes exactly while benefiting from high performance double glazed units and a factory finished spray system. These windows are now draught free, operate correctly and keep the cold out.

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Sash Windows Clitheroe, Lancashire

We have recently installed these Accoya timber sash windows into the existing box frames of this period cottage near Clitheroe, Lancashire. Stained internally and spray finished in the customers chosen colour on the external face. These have upgraded the customers windows from draughty single glazed sashes to our Accoya double glazed upgrade sashes, they now operate perfectly, are free from draughts and rattles, keep the heat in and cold out.

Accoya “Cotswold Oak” Timber Casement windows, Stable Door & Entrance Door

We have just completed the installation of these beautiful Accoya wood Casement windows, Stable door and Entrance frame. Factory finished with Teknos “Cotswold Oak” stain. Accoya timber carries a guarantee of 50 years against rot and decay, and the Teknos stain finish carries a guarantee of 12 years. These are the ultimate choice of  timber window where energy efficiency and low maintence is required. These have been installed into a Barn conversion in Formby, Merseyside.  

 

 

 

Energy efficient secondary glazing

Here’s the latest installation of our highly efficient “heritage” secondary glazing. Perfect for listed buildings and conservation areas where double glazing is not permitted or for where noise ingress needs to be drastically reduced. 

 

We have installed these secondary glazing units after initially restoring and draught proofing the original sash windows in this grade 2 listed property in Sefton Village, Merseyside.  

Incorporating the latest “Low E” glass and draught seals, our secondary glazing outperforms traditional double glazing, while also reducing noise pollution. 

With many options available including custom colours, we can install secondary glazing to blend in with your existing windows. 

 

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Accoya Timber French Doors Eccleston, Chorley

Heres a great example of some of our Accoya Timber, French doors. Fitted to a property in Eccleston, Chorley. The old french doors had rotted, contained single glazing, were draughty and difficult to open. Our Accoya french doors come fully glazed, and fully paint finished. Using Accoya means that your doors will not warp, swell or twist. It also means that the paint finish is guaranteed for 12 years when using Teknos paints. 

 

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Sash window repairs Oxton, Wirral

We have recently started the 1st phase of restoration and draught proofing of  sash windows to a property in Oxton, Wirral. These two windows were in the basement of the property and looked as though they hadn't been touched since the house was built over a 100 years ago. Apart from one cill replacement, the timber in the boxes and sashes was still in great condition, and the customer couldn't believe how well they looked once completed. We now have six other windows to install our Double Glazed Accoya sashes into. Keep an eye out for more photos as the job progresses. 

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Spring Balances or Traditional Cords and Weights

We now offer two choices of mechanism when upgrading your box sash windows, to our fully finished, Accoya double glazed sashes. 

We can now install your sashes using top of the range Spring balances, instead of the traditional cords and weights approach.

Using balances avoids the need for expensive lead weights as the double glazed units add a significant amount of weight compared to the old single glazed sashes. Spring balances also overcome the issue of binding or jamming that sometimes occurs when obstacles or space is at a minimum in the box frame. Fitting Spring balances allows us to fill in the apperture left behind the old pulley wheel, stopping any draughts finding their way in through the box and cavities of your walls, making your windows even more energy efficient. 

 

Importance of Period Windows

We often get asked....."isn't it better to replace with PVC?"  

No! 

Keeping your period property's original windows, and utilising our sash window draught proofing and restoration service, will not only stop the draughts and rattles associated with old sash windows, but will add value to your home, by retaining its original features, such as the old drawn glass, with all its imperfections, any original panneling, architraves and mouldings.

Windows are often overlooked as having an importance on how a building looks, but choose any street near by that has a selection of old property's, and compare the houses that have had PVC Windows installed, to the houses that still retain their original sash windows, and I'm sure you'll agree. 

So, before you decide to replace your sash windows, get in touch with us first to see what we can do.....