Huge Edwardian wooden Windows need replacing

4 years ago

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Very large wooden Windows need replacing- people keep telling us to go upvc as it will be cheaper but my heart says wood. Also can't find anyone from the Staffordshire area.

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AMB

4 years ago

Stick with wood! It looks so much better, and better for the environment. You can have double glazing too. A company may also be able to repair, draft-proof, and double glaze your existing windows. Try contacting the Sash Window Workshop - they are helpful and a fairly large company so may be able to make it to Staffs (they are generally Southern). Have you looked for joiners who do windows and doors? Or conservation specialists? You may have to search the big cities near you and see if a tradesperson will travel to you.

If you do end up opting for uPVC look at Rehau - they do excellent sash windows (complete with wood grain effect).

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minnie101
4 years ago
I agree with you. No idea where you are in Staffordshire but these guys cover your area. Perhaps if you give details of the nearest town people may be able to help with a local company

https://www.houzz.co.uk/pro/windowsbespoke/old-english-window-company
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The Sash Window Workshop
4 years ago
Thank you for the recommendation AMB! We would definitely recommend sticking with wood. As AMB mentioned, timber windows can often be repaired without requiring full replacement. For example, you may only need to replace the moving parts of the window if the frame is in a good condition. A good window company should be able to advise you what is required and you may find our document linked below helpful.

Windows and Doors: Assessing Your Needs

Unfortunately Staffordshire is too far North for our installation and repair services, as we only offer these across Southern England. We do, however, provide a supply only service nationwide, so if you are interested in this please contact us and we will be happy to help.

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pastelgirl01
4 years ago
Fyi, in case you need a price point: we’re having ours replaced (also Edwardian and huge), wood and like for like with double glazing, we are in the southeast, paying £13k for 10 individual sash windows.
AMB
4 years ago
Not a bad price at all!
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We manufacture UPVC sash windows that are virtually indistinguishable from wooden sash windows, with all the benefits of modern materials. Let us know if there's anything we can help you with!
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4 years ago
Timber windows are more expensive than UPVC so it’s down to budget.

Riverside Joinery in Staffordshire offer them.
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Origin USA
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Have you also considered aluminium as your material? They tend to last a lot longer than alternatives, with up to a 20 year guarantee (they can also be made in a wood grain affect). We have suppliers that cover your area too, feel free to get in touch if you have any queries. :)
sarh123
4 years ago
We’ve just moved to Staffordshire from down south and love the fact there are so many skilled craftspeople up here. We saw some fantastic wooden sashes by Bernard Savage of Tettenhall last week.
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Huge Edwardian wooden Windows need replacing

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