About our Sash Windows...
Our Timber Sash Window has been refined to match the traditional windows that were installed many years ago to uphold & maintain the traditional appearances but with modern benefits to security and energy efficiency that we all expect in this day and age.
We have changed as little as possible to maintain that traditional look but of course we have developed our own unique weatherproofing system to ensure that rattles and leaks are a thing of the past. We can also preserve your window much better now as we only use high tech water based paints and an impregnator to protect and preserve our timber to ensure it does not rot in a few years time - guaranteed.
Furniture:
As you can see we only use the best quality metal pulley wheels for strength, looks and durability, we do not use any plastic parts! In the picture shown are the square top and bottom pulley wheels, however, most of the time we actually use an arched top and bottom pulley wheel, depending on the size and design of the window we are making. The pulleys wheels, D handles and lifting handles all come in a choice of Brass or Chrome.
All options available - Lead Weights, Nylon Chord & Pulley Wheels or a Spring Balanced system?
The system you choose will depend on the building the sash window is going into. If you have enough room in the reveal (behind brickwork on inside) for lead weights (80mm each side depending) then we would recommend Lead weights, Nylon Chord and Pulley wheel system. If you do not have this space or perhaps your building is a little more modern, then perhaps a Spring Balanced system would be more suitable. Our Spring Systems are from Caldwell Hardware (UK) Limited, Solutions that set new standards.
Our lead weights come in a round, cylindrical shape which allows as much tolerance as possible when fitting, especially bay windows. The diameter is approx 46mm and they are tied from the top, to reduce any scratching (noises) on the inside of the boxes when the windows are being opened or closed.
Our Nylon Chord is the strongest chord available on the market. It is either 6mm or 8mm in diameter depending on the sash size and weight.