Sliding Sash Windows

Traditional sash windows,
built for modern living.

Handcrafted timber sliding sash windows in Accoya and hardwood — designed to preserve the character of period properties across Yorkshire, with the thermal performance and low maintenance of modern joinery.

30-year guaranteeOn all Accoya frames
Double glazedU-values from 1.4
Listed-building readyHeritage profiles matched
Any colour, inside & outFactory-sprayed dual-colour finish as standard
Credentials
Certass Registered· Accoya Certified Contractor· PAS24 Compliant· 30-year Rot Guarantee· Yorkshire · Est. 1999

Specification

Built the right way, every time.

Every sash window is fully specified to your property — from the exact glazing bar profile down to the paint colour and hardware finish.

Timber
Accoya (recommended), engineered hardwood or oak. Factory-finished with microporous paint or stain in any RAL, Farrow & Ball, Little Greene or matched colour. Dual-colour spray as standard — different colour inside and outside if you want it.
Glazing
24mm double-glazed units as standard, using Planitherm One glass — centre-pane U-value 1.0 W/m²K. Internally glazed for security — the glass is fitted from the inside, so there are no external beads that can be prised off. Vacuum glazing available as an upgrade — whole-window U-values as low as 1.0 W/m²K. Argon fill, low-E coating, acoustic and toughened options. Heritage single glazing for listed applications.
Hardware
Traditional brass or chrome fittings — sash lifts, fasteners, restrictors. Full range of period-correct finishes: polished brass, satin chrome, antique bronze, black.
Sizes
Made to measure. From small cottage windows to full three-storey Georgian bay projections. No standard sizes — every window is bespoke.
Guarantee
30 years against rot and warping on Accoya frames. 10 years on hardware and glazing. Insurance-backed guarantee via HomePro.
Compliance
Certass registered, complies with Approved Document L (thermal) and Q (security). PAS24 available on ground-floor installations. Listed Building Consent supported.

Heritage & Character

Made for Yorkshire's period homes.

Yorkshire's finest houses — the Georgian townhouses of York, the Victorian terraces of Harrogate, the Grade II farmhouses tucked into the Dales — deserve sash windows that respect what came before.

We hand-specify every window to your property's original detailing: glazing bar widths, horns, cill projections, meeting rail profiles. Where original windows survive, we replicate them exactly. Where they've been lost to earlier replacements, we work from period reference to restore what should have been there.

The result is joinery that looks entirely correct — from the pavement, from inside your home, and to the eye of a conservation officer.

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Performance

Modern joinery, hidden inside tradition.

Timber sash windows have moved on. Our standard 24mm Planitherm One units deliver a centre-pane U-value of 1.0 W/m²K — thermally comparable to modern casements — while looking authentically period from either side. For projects needing the tightest thermal spec, vacuum glazing takes the whole window down to a U-value as low as 1.0 W/m²K.

Accoya, our recommended timber, is modified softwood that outperforms every hardwood on dimensional stability and rot resistance. It doesn't swell, shrink, twist or rot. That's why we back it with a 30-year guarantee.

Combined with modern spiral balances, weather seals and micro-porous factory paint, our sash windows are practically maintenance-free for decades.

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Sash Windows FAQ

What to know before you commission.

How much do bespoke timber sash windows cost?

Bespoke double-glazed timber sash windows typically range from £1,500 to £3,500 per window fitted, depending on size, timber species (Accoya, engineered hardwood, oak), glazing specification, hardware and any restoration work required. We provide a fixed, itemised quote after a free on-site survey.

Can I replace sash windows in a Grade II listed building?

Yes, though you will normally need Listed Building Consent. We regularly work with owners, architects and heritage consultants on listed applications, matching original glazing bar profiles, cill heights and mouldings. Our standard 24mm Planitherm One units are usually acceptable to conservation officers in most Yorkshire authorities.

Are your sash windows double glazed?

Yes. All new sash windows come with 24mm double-glazed units as standard, using Planitherm One glass — a centre-pane U-value of 1.0 W/m²K. Vacuum glazing is available as an upgrade, which can take the whole window down to a U-value as low as 1.0 W/m²K — useful where you need the tightest thermal spec without changing the sight lines. Heritage single-glazed units with secondary glazing are also available for grade-listed properties where required.

How long will timber sash windows last?

Our Accoya sash windows carry a 30-year guarantee against rot and warping and are expected to last well over 60 years. Traditional hardwood sash windows typically last 40-60 years when properly maintained with regular repainting.

Do you cover my area?

We cover the whole of Yorkshire including York, Harrogate, Leeds, Wetherby, Boston Spa, Tadcaster, Selby, Wakefield, Pontefract and Sherburn in Elmet. For larger projects and specialist heritage work we regularly deliver and install across mainland UK.

How long is the lead time?

Typical lead time from order to installation is 8-12 weeks depending on complexity and time of year. Urgent projects and single windows can often be turned around faster — please ask when you enquire.

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