Restore your period home’s charm with expert sash window repair, draught-proofing, and decorating services from Quality Finish in Bristol
Tempted to elevate the beauty, comfort, and efficiency of your period property? With over 35 years of experience, Quality Finish offers expert sash window repair, draught‑proofing, and decorating services across Bristol and surrounding areas.
Sash windows are integral to the character of Georgian and Victorian homes—but time takes its toll. From wood rot, broken cords, to inefficient glazing, these issues compromise aesthetics and function. Quality Finish tackles each problem precisely, preserving the original look while restoring smooth operation and longevity.
Sash Window Repair & Draught‑Proofing: Comprehensive restoration from structural repair to finishing brush seals that reduce drafts, noise, and heat loss—without compromising heritage appearance
Double Glazing Retrofit: Energy-efficient slimline glazing fitted into existing sashes to enhance insulation without losing the historic charm
Interior & Exterior Decorating: A dedicated decorating arm offering bespoke finishes that complement restored windows and architectural details
Tailored service & trusted materials: High-grade materials, traditional techniques, and a customer-focused approach guarantee longevity and quality
In‑Depth Inspection & Assessment
Windows are carefully inspected to identify wood decay, glazing issues, or sash movement problems.
Structural Repairs & Joinery
Rotted wood is replaced or spliced using period-appropriate timber, often hardwood or Accoya, ensuring sympathetic restoration
Sash Cord & Weight Rebalancing
Old cords replaced with high-quality waxed cord; sash weights rebalanced for smooth daily operation.
Draught Proofing
Brush seals are discreetly installed in the parting and staff beads to minimise air gaps and improve thermal comfort
Double Glazing Retrofits (Where permitted in conservation requirements)
Slimline double glazing fitted into the original sashes, leading to noise reduction, thermal efficiency, and lower condensation risk
Painting & Decorating Finishes
Once repaired, windows and their frames are fully painted and finished by their decorating team to enhance aesthetics and protection
Final Calibration & Handover
Each window is test-fitted to ensure it opens, closes, locks, and seals perfectly, followed by an inspection to guarantee a high standard finish Quality Finish.
Preserved Authenticity & Compliance: For homes in conservation or listed areas of Bristol, timber sash restoration is often required over uPVC alternatives. Preservation retains the historic character while satisfying planning requirements
Cost‑Effective Longevity: Restoration of existing sash windows typically costs significantly less than full replacements and supports heritage preservation. Retrofit double glazing can deliver modern comfort with minimal disruption
Environmental Sensibility: Using eco-friendly materials, recycling old components, and limiting demolition makes this a greener choice
Clients commonly describe dramatic improvements in warmth, smooth operation, and appearance following Quality Finish intervention. Restoration in Clifton, Redland, Bishopston, and beyond often leads to feedback like:
“Windows now glide beautifully, draft‑proofing made a massive difference to draft and noise”
“Rotted windows restored to former glory”
Once your windows are restored, a high-quality paint finish brings everything together. Quality Finish offers both interior and exterior decorating to match restored windows—achieving a unified, bespoke aesthetic using premium paints and finishes tailored to each surface and home style.