Draughty Frames
Quote from Jordisons7777 on September 21, 2026, 7:30 amLast winter made me realise how much heat we’re losing through our old windows. There’s a noticeable draught around several frames, and one sash barely moves without a struggle. I’m planning to replace them before the cold weather returns and would prefer to keep the original style. Any recommendations for reliable sash windows or installers?
Last winter made me realise how much heat we’re losing through our old windows. There’s a noticeable draught around several frames, and one sash barely moves without a struggle. I’m planning to replace them before the cold weather returns and would prefer to keep the original style. Any recommendations for reliable sash windows or installers?
Quote from habriel696 on September 22, 2026, 1:04 amUgh, know this pain well. Our hallway sash got so stuck last January my other half nearly pulled a muscle trying to force it open. Cords had rotted and the frame had warped a bit. We shopped around and went with sash window restoration since they do period-accurate sash replacements rather than generic double glazing. Survey was thorough, zero pushy upselling, and the new ones still look like they belong in the house. Draught's gone and the sash glides properly now. Worth sorting before winter hits - ours would've been a nightmare left another year.
Ugh, know this pain well. Our hallway sash got so stuck last January my other half nearly pulled a muscle trying to force it open. Cords had rotted and the frame had warped a bit. We shopped around and went with sash window restoration since they do period-accurate sash replacements rather than generic double glazing. Survey was thorough, zero pushy upselling, and the new ones still look like they belong in the house. Draught's gone and the sash glides properly now. Worth sorting before winter hits - ours would've been a nightmare left another year.