A Personal Approach to Restoration.
Hi, my name is Mos and I started the company back in 2017. Before that, I was a self employed craftsman, specialising in the restoration, renovation and draught proofing of timber sash windows. All my work is sympathetic to the original windows of period homes. I am based in Turvey – a small historic village near Bedford. I cover an area which includes Bedford, Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas.
My Restoration Process
On-Site Preparation & Frame Restoration
Restoration normally starts with stripping all old paint off the timbers. This allows for full assessment of its condition and determines if any will need to be repaired or replaced. Chemical treatment for the timber will then be applied. This protects the timber against wet/dry rot and any boring insects. Manufacturer’s guarantee is 15 years. Repaint of all sash boxes both internal and external. The paint I use is solvent based so is the primer with a high content of shellac. Normally, I use white colour with a satin finish. However, any RAL colour could be used.
Workshop Restoration of Sashes
Same procedure happens with the sashes. However, these will be restored at the workshop. This allows for a thorough inspection. Any cracked glass will be replaced with modern 3mm float glass. For period, listed and conservation area properties, restoration glass will be used to match both the requirements and the character of the property. Any perished putty will be replaced by Linseed based putty. All window furniture will be checked, refurbished or replaced during the renovation. New sash cords will be installed as well. These have a poly-core with a waxed sleeve around them to ensure their strength. This comes with a lifetime guarantee from manufacturer.
Re-installation, Draught-Proofing & Finishing
The sashes will then be re-installed. Both staff and parting beads will be replaced with modern ones that have the draught-proofing carriers embedded in them. The weather pile comes in different sizes and I will use the relevant size. Everything gets filled, sealed and a final top coat applied before re-installing the window furniture. This is when I hand over and your two years guarantee starts.