Our Services
Sash Window Restoration
Bring historic sash windows back to life with expert restoration and painting
About This Service
Sash windows are one of the defining features of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian properties, but they require specialist care to maintain them properly. We offer sash window restoration that goes beyond simple painting — we repair damaged timber, re-cord weights where needed, draught-proof the sashes and paint them to a beautiful standard that honours the original character of the windows.
What Sash Window Restoration Involves
- Inspection of all sash window frames, sashes and weights
- Repair of damaged or rotting timber using specialist epoxy repair systems
- Re-cording of broken sash weights where required
- Draught-proofing with specialist pile strip systems
- Thorough preparation, priming and painting of all timber elements
- Painting of glazing beads and external sills
Why Use a Professional?
Sash window restoration is a skilled craft that requires specialist knowledge and products. Using the wrong products on historic softwood sashes leads to rapid paint failure. Our team understands the properties of the materials and applies them in the correct sequence with the correct drying times.
Our Process
Survey
We inspect every sash window in the property, noting any damage, rotting timber, broken cords or draughting issues.
Repair
We carry out all necessary timber repairs and re-cording work before any painting commences.
Draught-Proofing
We fit specialist pile draught-proofing to all sashes, reducing heat loss significantly.
Painting
We prepare and paint all timber elements thoroughly, with special care given to glazing beads and external sill junctions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth restoring sash windows rather than replacing?
Absolutely — original sash windows, when properly restored, look far better than modern replacements and add to the value of a period property. They also have excellent environmental credentials, as the timber is already decades old.
Can you re-cord sash weights?
Yes — re-cording is part of our sash window restoration service. New cotton or nylon sash cord is fitted to all pulleys and connected to the weights.
What paint do you use on sash windows?
We use microporous exterior paints on the external faces of sash windows, which allow the timber to breathe and prevent blistering and peeling.
Can you draught-proof sash windows without replacing them?
Yes — specialist pile strip draught-proofing systems can dramatically reduce draughts in sash windows while retaining their original operation and appearance.
Get a Free Quote
We provide free, no-obligation written quotes for all sash window restoration work across Somerset, Bristol, Bath and the surrounding area.
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“Our Victorian house had eight original sash windows in various states of disrepair. Decorama restored them all beautifully. They draught-proof and look wonderful.”
— Patricia K, Clifton
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Contact Decorama Ltd today for a free, no-obligation quote for sash window restoration. Serving Somerset, Bristol, Bath and surrounding areas.