Window repair near Amersham
This storm proof casement window was showing signs of rot on it’s bottom rail and to some of the stile. This is a typical area to see rot on a timber window as it takes the brunt of the weather. … Read More
Laparoscopic Sash Window repair in Maidenhead
These original Edwardian sash windows had been reglazed in the late 90s using thin double glazing. Double glazing an existing window throws up a handful of challenges: Firstly, the rebate depth of the sash needs to accommodate the extra thickness … Read More
Bay window repairs in Gerrards Cross:
This squinted bay had been painted shut and kept that way for a number of years until the new owners moved in. In order to get the windows open, they were forced to damage the sash stiles. The stiles were … Read More
Replacement door in Maidenhead
This exterior door was badly rotten along its bottom rail. Whilst this rot was very much repairable, the door itself had a number of less-than-ideal design features, so we took the opportunity to make some improvements and replace the door. … Read More
Draft proofing near Great Missenden
Good quality sash windows can last for centuries, but every now and then they need servicing to keep them working as they should. Over time, the movement of opening and closing will wear the beading, fray the cords and prevent … Read More
Sash Window Sill replacement near Great Missenden
This sash window had been subject to a previous repair, where the lower section of the sill had been removed and a new section of sill simply screwed into the remaining piece of sill. The screws had rusted over the … Read More
Grade 2 listed Gate near Gerrards Cross: Part 3
Having made it to site in one piece, it was all-hands-on-deck to get the gate hung. The heavier a gate or door is, the more important it is to hang it plumb and level; firstly, so it can be opened … Read More
Grade 2 listed Gate near Gerrards Cross: Part 2
From our drawings, we machined up the components for the new gate in Accoya. This timbers’ rot resistance and dimensional stability means it’ll provide many years of tough outdoor service, with the added benefit of being about half the weight … Read More
Wooden French Door Repair in Beaconsfield:
The hardwood sill of this set of French doors was severely rotten to the point where the central section could be pulled out by hand. A combination of the outside ground level and a poorly fitting weather bar meant that … Read More
Grade 2 listed Gate near Gerrards Cross: Part 1
Belonging to the gatehouse of a former manor, this gate had been incorporated into the driveway of the gatehouse when the manor was divided up and sold off. The gate itself retained its own separate grade 2 listing which might … Read More