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Stroud Sash Window Services

Spiral balance - the new kid?

Spiral balances have been around for nearly 80 years but have mainly been used in the UK since the 1960's. The later designs rely on draught seals and brushes to keep out the draughts and these need to be replaced every 10-15 years.

Double glazing

It is normally possible to double glaze a sash window retaining the existing box frames (if they are in good condition) and an average inclusive cost is in the region of £700 per window .

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Spiral balance sash window systems

A spiral balance window is a modern version of a sash window that uses spring balances to lift the sashes up and down. Early wooden versions were made without draught seals just like the traditional sash window but contemporary versions have foam and rubber seals to reduce draughts. In recent times tilt mechanisms so have been added so that the sashes can be opened internally for cleaning. After about 15 years the balances begin to fail and the seals wear thin (sometimes they are over painted) and need to be replaced. The sash window service now offers a spiral balance service that can repair and re-seal nearly all types of spiral balance windows. Telephone or email for details.

 

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