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  #1 Roger Chapman on 15 Jul 12

   

  Many of the homes built in the UK before and during the Victorian Period are still extant along with the beautifully old sash windows. These windows can't be replaced by modern double hung windows that are heat efficient because of legal restrictions imposed on historical property. However, you can still find the method of getting all of the heat efficient savings of modern double glazed windows and still keep historical sash windows.
  
  The good news is that there are specialist in sash window repair who can fix your old sash windows to bring them up to the benefits found in modern windows. They can do that and still keep the old sash windows by using modern window repair techniques.
  
  The first step followed by a sash window specialist company is to take the window out of the box that is called the sash and clear out the decayed wood. Then, wood would be joined to take the place of the decayed wood that has been removed and to fill in holes that might have been exposed.
  
  His next step would be to decide if the sash box needs new cords. The good news is that new cords can be put in to old sash boxes and new beading added to make the glass sit firm in its railings. This process will also make the updated sash window more heat efficient.
  
  The sash repair work would then be done. For a total finish, the window itself could be reglazed by a window reglazer. The reglazing is done from inside the house. That means that the sash windows will look the same from the outside keeping within planning restrictions while allowing the homeowner the modern window benefits. The interior of the old sash windows might lose some of their old look since the reglazing units add a modern accent.
  
  You might not want to use a professional sash window restorer - you could do the work as a home remodelling project yourself. The work will need to be thoughtfully planned as it is not easy to restore and also update sash windows, but it can be done in steps.
  
  You will need a tool box. Use the sander from your tool box to sand away decayed wood on your old sash windows. Put in wood filler where needed on holes and use your sander to press then down until you have a straight wood look without holes showing or uneven grain. Your next step is to buy a wood preservative and a primer. Once the filler in the holes has dried, paint the wood with the primer and then the preservative. You can also buy new handles and lock at any DIY store to give your windows that finished look.
  
  You can even replace broken cords in your sash windows. Simply take out the beading found under the sash and remove the broken cord by cutting it out. Replace the cord with new cord using the weights found in the old cords. The new cords can be put through the edge of the sash and retied to the weights. Make sure the new cords are all the same length before putting the sash back together again and adding the beading that was removed.
  
  Do you have a question about our box sash windows? All the information you need about our services can be found at our website.

   

  <div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Many of the homes built in the UK before and during the Victorian Period are still extant along with the beautifully old sash windows. These windows can't be replaced by modern double hung windows that are heat efficient because of legal restrictions imposed on historical property. However, you can still find the method of getting all of the heat efficient savings of modern double glazed windows and still keep historical sash windows. <br /><br />The good news is that there are specialist in sash window repair who can fix your old sash windows to bring them up to the benefits found in modern windows. They can do that and still keep the old sash windows by using modern window repair techniques. <br /><br />The first step followed by a sash window specialist company is to take the window out of the box that is called the sash and clear out the decayed wood. Then, wood would be joined to take the place of the decayed wood that has been removed and to fill in holes that might have been exposed. <br /><br />His next step would be to decide if the sash box needs new cords. The good news is that new cords can be put in to old sash boxes and new beading added to make the glass sit firm in its railings. This process will also make the updated sash window more heat efficient. <br /><br />The sash repair work would then be done. For a total finish, the window itself could be reglazed by a window reglazer. The reglazing is done from inside the house. That means that the sash windows will look the same from the outside keeping within planning restrictions while allowing the homeowner the modern window benefits. The interior of the old sash windows might lose some of their old look since the reglazing units add a modern accent. <br /><br />You might not want to use a professional sash window restorer - you could do the work as a home remodelling project yourself. The work will need to be thoughtfully planned as it is not easy to restore and also update sash windows, but it can be done in steps. <br /><br />You will need a tool box. Use the sander from your tool box to sand away decayed wood on your old sash windows. Put in wood filler where needed on holes and use your sander to press then down until you have a straight wood look without holes showing or uneven grain. Your next step is to buy a wood preservative and a primer. Once the filler in the holes has dried, paint the wood with the primer and then the preservative. You can also buy new handles and lock at any DIY store to give your windows that finished look. <br /><br />You can even replace broken cords in your sash windows. Simply take out the beading found under the sash and remove the broken cord by cutting it out. Replace the cord with new cord using the weights found in the old cords. The new cords can be put through the edge of the sash and retied to the weights. Make sure the new cords are all the same length before putting the sash back together again and adding the beading that was removed. <br /><br />Do you have a question about our <a href="http://www.youchoose.uk.com" rel="nofollow">box sash windows</a>? All the information you need about <a href="http://www.youchoose.uk.com/sliding-sash-upvc-windows.html" rel="nofollow">our services</a> can be found at our website.</div>

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