Accoya Sash Windows

We will soon be manufacturing our sash Windows with the very impressive Accoya timber. Guaranteed not to warp, shrink, twist, or rot for 50 years..... Thats right 50 years! Also, by using Accoya we can now guarantee our Teknos paint finishes for 12 years, meaning that you no longer have to worry about re-painting every few years. There are many more benefits to using this fantastic timber, and over the next few weeks we will be updating our website with dedicated pages, containing all the information of how this timber works. 

Sash window upgrades  

Accoya sash Windows  

Fully finished sash windows

Sash window draught proofing  

Georgian Sash Windows

We can replicate your existing Georgian sash windows, with new hardwood fully finished double glazed sashes. Saving the existing box frames and installing our draught proofing system. Our double glazed sashes come fully painted, using microporous paint that is spray applied, leaving a beautiful finish. We keep our glazing bars narrow to match existing Georgian bars, leaving you with a window that not only looks good, but gives you far better thermal efficiency. 

Sash Windows Kendal, Cumbria 

Timber Windows Hoylake, Wirral.  

Sash restoration and Double glazing, Kendal, Cumbria.

Following on from our previous work at the Cumbrian wildlife trust, in Kendal, we have just completed another window on the rear elevation in time for the cold weather. The old single glazed sashes were swapped out for our hardwood double glazed sashes, containing low e glass and argon gas filled cavities.  The existing box frame was renovated, including a new hardwood cill as the existing cill was rotten. 

Double glazed sash window Kendal  

Draught proofing Kendal  

Sash window draught proofing, Ulverston, Cumbria

Just completed the sash window restoration and draught proofing of this lovely old property in the centre of Ulverston, Cumbria. The windows were painted shut and the owners couldn't get any ventilation during the summer months. They wanted their windows to work but more importantly they also wanted them to be free from draughts and rattles. We overhauled the box frames and original sashes, repairing any rotten timber and installing our draught proofing system. The Windows now open easily,and  are free from draughts. Another happy customer! 

Sash window draught proofing Ulverston, Cumbria  

Thermal Blinds

We now offer Luxaflex Duette Architella blinds, that provide a massive improvement in heat retention when keeping your existing single glazed windows. Perfect for situations where double glazing is not permitted, such as in listing buildings and in some conservation areas, or for when the character of original crown or drawn glass is to be kept. On top of our draught proofing service, this will add real warmth to your home this winter, to find out how much you could save take the energy saving calculator here 

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Double glazed sashes Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Kendal

We have just completed the first phase of works at Cumbria Wildlife Trust, Kendal, Cumbria. After upgrading their heating systems they wanted windows that would be far more energy efficient than the existing single glazed Georgian sashes. We manufactured new spele hardwood sashes containing warm edge low e argon gas filled units, drastically improving the thermal efficiency. We finished the sashes in two colours white on the inside and Valley Rock on the outside.  

Dedicated shutters site

Our dedicated site to shutters, blinds and awnings is now up and running. To celebrate we are offering a 20% discount for all orders placed in December for installation in the new year. Have a look here www.ecosash-shutters.co.uk

Plantation shutter Range

We supply and install a fantastic range of plantation shutters. Adding elegance and another form of insulation and privacy to your homes windows. 

Our shutters are available in a wide range of colours and finishes, to suit any style and existing decor. 

We are currently in the process of updating our range and will be adding more information and pictures to the website soon. We will also be travelling the Northwest next year, with our new, purpose built exhibition trailer. Showcasing the entire range, alongside our range of windows and doors. We will be posting the dates where we can be found soon, look out for more information. 

In the meantime, don't hesitate to contact us with any enquiries regarding shutters. 

Misted & Failed double glazed units

Did you know we can repair and replace your failed double glazed units? In timber windows or PVC. 

Before you decide that you need new windows because the double glazing has failed, check with us first to see how we can repair and replace your failed units at a fraction of the cost of whole new windows. 

More often than not the frames of your windows will be in good condition, and we can replace your failed units with up to date energy saving low e glass and argon filled cavities, drastically improving the thermal performance of your windows. 

Using modern glazing techniques increases the longevity of the sealed units and we can also provide any running repairs that may be required, to give your windows a new lease of life, and many more years of trouble free use. 

Get in touch to see what we can do.........

Window shutters

Restoring your traditional timber window shutters back to working condition adds another form of insulation to single glazed windows found in traditional properties. Quite often we find these traditional features have been sealed shut from years of paint build up. We can get them working again, adding much needed insulation for the cold winter months, as well as added privacy and security. 

Restoration, Dent, Yorkshire Dales National Park

This window won't be needing this sticker note anymore! 

Chalk paint window finishes

We can now paint your period windows in Annie Sloan chalk paints. A multitude of colours and special finishes is available. It is a great way to carry through colour schemes or special designs into your windows. Get in touch to see what we can do, and check out www.anniesloan.co.uk for more information on chalk paints and how they can be used

Arched sash windows

We manufacture arched and curved sash windows to match your originals exactly. As can be seen from this recently completed window in Formby, Merseyside. The customer wanted the added benefit of modern double glazing with Low e glass, the original features of the window including the horns were matched exactly. All new sashes come fully finished in any colour specified. These were finished in Antique white. Complemented by the addition of brass hardware, including the ceramic topped sash fastener.

Quotations

We have recently become aware of a problem with regards to quotations. When receiving a quote from ourselves and from one of our competitors please insure that the quote is 'like' for 'like'.

We have been called back to two jobs this week where customers have been left with rotten windows and unsightly paintwork from a draught proofing company. Some quotations from our competitors, don't allow for the scope of work that we are quoting for, and is a basic draught proofing service.

Our standard service includes;

-Full restoration of the box frame and the sashes

-Replacing any defective or rotten timbers

-Replacing broken panes of glass and any loose or unsightly putty and paint on the glass surface

-New sash cords, pulley wheels serviced and weights checked

-Installation of our two part parting bead, and new staff beads, incorporating our draught seals. These seals are impervious to the build up of dirt and mould, and do not flatten over time like brush pile

-All surface areas are subject to two coats of microporous paint, a primer and undercoat, including the rebates and mouldings of the sashes and the whole of the box frame. Ready for a final topcoat.

-New furniture including, sash fasteners, and sash lifts. Security stops and sash eyes.

-Any loose external seal (mastic or sand and cement) is removed and replaced.

We are very thorough in our work, and take pride in the finished look of the windows we renovate. We would never promise to complete two or three windows a day with the amount of work involved. Please bear this in mind if receiving other quotations

Pitch Pine timber

Are your original period windows constructed from pitch pine? This particular customers windows, in the small village of Lunt, (near Crosby) Merseyside were. The owners of the house were certain that the windows were beyond repair and needed replacing. After explaining the pros of restoration and saving original features, they gave us the go ahead to do the worst window in the house to see for themselves what could be done. Under 150 years of paint we found the timber to be Pitch Pine, by far the best quality timber that would of been in use when the windows were first made, and that is now no longer available. After the window was completed they made the decision to renovate the rest of the windows in the house. Keep an eye out on our 'projects' page for more information in weeks to come. Don't make a hasty decision on taking out your old windows, speak to us first and see what we can do.

Winter sunset

Lovely winter sunset at the workshop this evening. Now the weather is starting to draw in, why not get in touch and see what we can do with your windows to improve their efficiency

Goodbye VW T4

This morning after five years solid service, we say goodbye to our VW transporter. It's served us well and never let us down, but it's time for an upgrade and something a bit bigger. Keep an eye out for our new van.

PVC or Restoration?

This recent project in Southport, Merseyside consisted of restoring the original bay window back to its former glory, including draught proofing and replacing the rotten cills, two of the bottom sash's and the interior paneling. The customers had considered replacing with PVC, but due to the arches this option proved to be more costly, and the fact that the period mouldings and features would be lost meant that our technique of restoring and draught proofing was preferred. Keeping all the original features that a traditional sash window brings and adding value to the property in the future.

Cumbria

Off up to Kendal, and Kirkby Lonsdale in Cumbria this morning to survey some sash window restorations. We cover the whole of Cumbria, so if your sash windows are in need of repair, or if you'd like to know more about increasing the energy efficiency of your windows this winter, get in touch and see what we can do.