
Original sash windows are part of what gives a period home its character. The proportions, slender glazing bars and traditional timber frames all contribute to the appearance of the property and the surrounding street. But what happens when those windows become draughty, difficult to open or damaged by rot? Sash window repairs for conservation…

Does your sash window refuse to stay open? Or does it slam shut with a bang? You likely have a broken spring spiral balance. At NJS Sash Windows (based in Etton, Peterborough), we repair more spiral balances than almost any other sash window problem. These clever mechanisms are common in late Victorian, Edwardian,…