Sash Windows
In the 18th century sash windows become increasingly popular. This popularity was driven by a reduction in manufacturing costs which increased the affordability of this more complex style. By the end of the century sash windows were the dominate design in most buildings.
This dominance continued into the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian eras. During these centuries the design of the sash wooden window allowed craftsmen to make them bigger allowing more light into the room. Today timber sash window are the most common wooden window used in periodic British properties.
At Schnauber, our traditional timber sash windows come with many modern features that ensure they are durable and thermally efficient. From the design to manufacturing and installation, we use the highest quality materials to improve the aesthetics and durability of your timber sash windows.
Utilising sophisticated German joinery technologies we can design and customise your timber sash windows with remarkable precision and without compromise to your specification or the desired aesthetic for your periodic property.
Take a look at our Gallery to see how Schnauber’s sash windows are elegant and radiate with the charm of traditional Georgian, Victorian or Edwardian sash windows.
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Remarkable design
All our bespoke timber sash windows are designed with heritage in mind and can be supplied to meet any period features required.
Durability
Quality materials and modern manufacturing methods ensure that the Heritage Slimline windows from Schnauber are guaranteed to last.
Low maintenance cost
The use of high quality timber and water sealed finishes ensures that Schnauber Heritage Slimline Timber windows are easy to maintain. Minimal maintenance is recommended every 5-10 years.
High level of safety and security
Our Heritage Slimline Timber windows are supplied with have multi-point locking systems for your safety and security.
High thermal efficiency
The Heritage Slimline Timber window is naturally resistant to heat loss. It is designed to help owners of historic property retain the character of their building whilst improving energy efficiency with the option of a slender double glazed unit.
Eco-friendly
Our manufacturing process, as well as our production of timber, is environmentally friendly.
Wooden aesthetic
The wooden aesthetic of timber Passive House windows can improve the appearance of your home or commercial building.
Remarkable design
All our bespoke timber sash windows are designed with heritage in mind and can be supplied to meet any period features required.
Low maintenance cost
Every Schnauber bespoke timber sash window is made of high quality timber with water sealed finishes and require very little maintenance.
Fantastic wooden aesthetic
We take pride in ensuring that our traditional timber sash windows have an authentic historic look for your periodic home.
The traditional sash window comprises two sashes that slide up and down, with an Inner Sash and an Outer Sash hosted within a channel. The sash window can be designed to open at the top or the bottom or both depending upon the design, which is dictated by your requirements.
In order to achieve the heritage look of traditional sash windows Schnauber use a double glazed unit and apply Georgian bars on top of the glazing, in between the glazing and internally.
The following sash window styles are available from Schnauber:
Spiral balance
Cords & Weights
Heritage Slimlite
If you are renovating a Georgian, Regency or Victorian property or building a new house to one of these styles then timber sash windows are a significant feature.
If there is something internally that is front of the window, such as a sink or bath which makes it difficult to reach the window.
If there is an obstruction externally, such as a tree or a wall, which would prevent the window opening outwards then a sash window would be the perfect solution.
If you want your property to stay cool during the summer months, Sash Windows provide excellent ventilation - as hot air is exhausted, cool air is brought in.
Sash windows also provide excellent light penetration, with the light going deep into rooms due to their tall proportions.
If you are looking for a timber window that is easy to open and close.
An excellent ‘U’ Value of 1.5 W/m² is available from double glazing. The way the Schnauber sash window is constructed, using a normal double glazed unit and applying Georgian bars on top of the glazing, in between the glazing and internally, ensures a better sealed unit for improved insulation.
We use the latest in locking technology to ensure the security and integrity of your sash timber windows.
Although historically sash windows are painted white, in certain contexts other finishes might be more appropriate. Where this is the case, the selection of colours is unlimited.
As with other Schnauber windows, a wide selection of glass types and ironmongery can be fitted.
The paint finishes used are the latest water resistant paints.
Schnuaber timber windows are pre-treated with a non-toxic wood preservative so maintenance is minimal. We would recommend every 5 - 10 years depending on the environment in which you live.
Schnauber sash windows have an additional safety feature which also offers greater protection against burglary.
From an aesthetic perspective you cannot tell the difference between a traditional sash window constructed from a single pane of glass separated by Georgian glazing bars and the Heritage Slimlite timber window which has separate panes of glass.
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