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Sash Windows
Repair, Draught-Proofing & Replacement

AMB Glass repairs, draught-proofs and replaces sash windows across Uxbridge and West London. Specialists in period property glazing — including listed buildings and conservation areas.

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Sash Window Services in Uxbridge & West London

Sash Window Services in Uxbridge & West London
Sash windows are the defining feature of Victorian and Edwardian properties — and they're worth preserving. AMB Glass works with timber sash windows of all types: single-hung, double-hung, box sash and Yorkshire sliding sash. We repair, restore, draught-proof and where needed replace them with double-glazed alternatives.
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Uxbridge and the surrounding West London boroughs have a high proportion of Victorian and Edwardian housing, and we see a steady stream of sash window work across Hillingdon, Ealing and Hounslow. We understand how these windows were originally made and what's required to keep them working well — and what's required if you're in a conservation area or a listed building.

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Our Sash Window Services

Sash Window Repairs

Many sash window problems are repairable without full replacement. Common issues we fix:

  • Broken sash cords — the most frequent failure; windows that won't stay open or won't close properly. We replace cords with modern long-life alternatives.
  • Broken glass — single glazed or, in replacement sash windows, failed sealed units
  • Sticking or binding — painted-shut sashes, swollen timber, warped frames
  • Rattling and draughts — loose-fitting sashes, failed weatherstripping
  • Broken staff beads and parting beads — the timber mouldings that hold sashes in their channels

Sash Window Draught-Proofing

A properly draught-proofed sash window can dramatically improve comfort and reduce heat loss without touching the character of the window. We install brushpile draught-proofing into the sash channels — effective, unobtrusive, and compatible with all timber sash profiles.

Draught-proofing is often the right intervention for conservation area properties where replacement glazing isn't permitted and secondary glazing isn't preferred.

Secondary Glazing for Sash Windows

Where thermal performance or noise reduction is the priority — particularly in properties near the Heathrow flight path — we fit secondary glazing designed specifically for sash windows. Lift-out or sliding secondary panels can be fitted inside the reveal without affecting the operation of the original sash. The system is reversible and acceptable in most listed building applications.

Double Glazed Sash Replacement

Where original sash windows have deteriorated beyond economic repair — or where the property sits outside a conservation area and the owner prefers the performance of sealed unit glazing — we install double glazed sash replacement windows.

Modern double glazed sash windows are available in uPVC (with run-through timber effect foil) and timber. Both accommodate A-rated sealed units with warm-edge spacer bars. All installations are FENSA registered.

Conservation Areas & Listed Buildings

Several areas within the Uxbridge and West London region have conservation area designations — including parts of Ealing, Chiswick, Ruislip and Uxbridge itself. If your property is in a conservation area or is listed, permitted development rights for window replacement may be restricted.

We can advise on what's allowed for your specific property before you commit to any work. In many cases, the right approach is repair and draught-proofing, secondary glazing, or like-for-like replacement with an appropriate sash specification rather than a change in style or material.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can sash window cords be replaced without removing the whole window?

Yes. An experienced joiner or glazier can replace sash cords by removing the staff bead, lifting the sash out of its channel, replacing the cord, and refitting — all without taking the whole frame out.

Is it worth repairing old sash windows rather than replacing them?

Often, yes. A well-repaired and draught-proofed timber sash window can perform well and last for decades. Replacement makes sense when the timber has seriously deteriorated or when you need significantly better thermal performance and are free to change the window type.

Can I get double glazing in sash windows?

Yes — but the sealed unit needs to be thin enough to fit within the sash rebate, which is typically shallower than in a casement frame. We use 4-12-4 slim sealed units designed specifically for sash retrofit applications.

Can secondary glazing work with a sash window that still needs to open?

Yes. Secondary glazing for sash windows uses sliding or lift-out panels that allow normal operation of the original sash. It's a common solution for listed buildings and conservation areas.

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Tell us what your sash windows need — we'll advise and quote, with no obligation. Covering Uxbridge, Hillingdon, Ealing, Hounslow and wider West London.

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