What can I expect from the Artisans draughtproofing and refurbishment service?:

- Reduction in air infiltration to meet the highest requirements of regulation
BS6375 part 1:1989
- Reduction in exterior noise penetration by up to 50%
- Elimination of draughts
- Elimination of sash rattle
- Easier operation of sliding sashes
- Retention of original appearance of the window(s)
- A five year guarantee of workmanship


What is draughtproofing and how is it done?:

- The staff, parting beads and sash cords are removed and discarded,
upper and lower sashes are released and brought into the building
- Both sashes are adjusted and the mid-rails are re-aligned
- All four sash cords are replaced and sash weights are adjusted to ensure
balance
- Any bare wood exposed or uncovered is painted white with an acrylic
primer/undercoat
- Pile carriers are fitted to the mid-rail of the lower sash
- New staff and parting beads, with integral pile carriers, are fitted to your
window
- The sashes are re-hung and checked to ensure easy sliding
- Good quality polished brass or chrome furniture is fitted and security/
/restrictor bolts can be added as an optional extra (link to fittings pop-up)

We can also offer the following as part of the refurbishment process:

- Repair of damaged or rotten wood
- Replacement of individual sashes
- Replacement of window sills and damaged glazing
- Preparation and re-painting
- New hardwood, double glazed and draughtproofed sashes with new box frames made to a traditional design or matched to your existing windows