Don't Replace Your Original Windows
Original timber sash windows are a defining architectural feature of period properties in St Albans, Hitchin, and Harpenden. Replacing them with uPVC not only diminishes the historical value of your home but can often be prohibited in conservation areas.
At Screpy Decorators, we specialize in the comprehensive restoration and decoration of timber sash windows. Our meticulous process ensures your windows operate smoothly and are protected against the British weather for years to come.
Our Restoration Process
- 1. Thorough Assessment & Preparation: We begin by stripping loose paint, raking out failing putty, and identifying areas of wet rot.
- 2. Epoxy Timber Repairs: Instead of costly replacements, we use advanced two-part epoxy resin systems (like Repair Care) to rebuild rotten sills, stiles, and rails. This resin bonds permanently with the wood and moves with it, preventing future cracking.
- 3. Re-puttying and Sanding: We replace traditional linseed oil putty where necessary and sand the entire window profile to a perfectly smooth finish using dust-free extraction.
- 4. Premium Microporous Coatings: Finally, we apply high-performance, water-based microporous paint systems. Unlike traditional gloss which traps moisture and inevitably cracks, these modern coatings flex with the timber and allow it to breathe.
Areas We Serve for Sash Window Restoration
We regularly restore and paint historic timber sash windows for heritage properties in St Albans, Harpenden, Welwyn Garden City, Hitchin, and across Hertfordshire.