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Sholden, a quaint village with a rich history and attractive properties, features many homes with classic sash windows that contribute to its distinctive charm. These sash windows are an important part of Sholden’s architectural heritage, offering both aesthetic appeal and historical value. Our skilled team excels in the repair and restoration of sash windows, addressing common issues such as draughts, rattles, and broken cords with precision and care. We start with a comprehensive inspection to assess the condition of your windows and develop a bespoke repair plan tailored to restore them to their optimal state. For properties needing more extensive work, we provide detailed restoration services, including replacing worn or damaged components with accurate replicas to ensure historical accuracy. Additionally, our draught-proofing solutions enhance energy efficiency and comfort while preserving the traditional appearance of your windows. Choose us to maintain the charm and functionality of your sash windows, ensuring your Sholden property continues to reflect its architectural and historical character.
We pride ourselves on offering free, expert advice to all our clients, including those with properties in conservation areas and Grade I listed buildings. We understand that working on heritage homes requires careful consideration and informed decisions. You can trust us to provide honest, knowledgeable guidance with no obligation
We are proud to operate a local workshop. Being local allows us to maintain strict quality control of our sash windows, offer personalised service, and ensure timely completion of work. It also means we are easily accessible for consultations and support, providing our clients with the confidence that they are working with a nearby team dedicated to their satisfaction.
Sholden is a village with a calm rural atmosphere and strong ties to the historic coastal town of Deal. The lanes are lined with period cottages, converted farm buildings, Victorian and Edwardian homes and more modern houses that have been built with respect for the local landscape. Many of these properties feature original sash windows, wooden doors and traditional joinery that give Sholden its warm and recognisable architectural character. At Traditional Sash Windows and Carpentry, we specialise in restoring these features and in crafting new bespoke joinery that blends naturally with the age and style of each property.
We work throughout Sholden including Golf Road, Hull Place, Sandwich Road and the quieter residential areas surrounding the village. Each home is approached individually and we shape our work to suit the building’s age, materials and historic proportions.
Sash windows are an important feature in many of Sholden’s homes. Their slim timber frames and balanced glazing layout allow generous natural light indoors while contributing to the exterior appearance of the building. With time and weather exposure however sash windows can begin to show signs of wear. Timber may soften in certain areas. Paint can accumulate and restrict movement. Draughts may be felt in winter. Our sash window restoration service is designed to return these windows to reliable daily use while keeping their original design intact.
We examine each window carefully before any work begins. Any timber that has weakened is removed and replaced using sustainable hardwood such as Accoya or Red Grandis. These timbers are selected for their long term stability in changing climate conditions. We renew sash cords and balance the weights so the sashes glide smoothly. Fine brush seals are fitted discreetly to reduce draughts and prevent rattling. This ensures that the window retains its original appearance while functioning comfortably throughout the year.
For properties where additional insulation or sound reduction is needed we provide secondary glazing and double glazed sash replacements. Both methods improve comfort while maintaining the traditional shape and proportions of the original window. This is particularly helpful in areas of Sholden closer to open farmland or roads leading toward Deal where breezes and passing sound may be more noticeable.
A well made wooden door sets the tone for the entire property. In Sholden doors range from simple panelled cottage doors to Victorian and Edwardian designs with decorative glass to more modern timber doors that reflect clean and simple lines. At Traditional Sash Windows and Carpentry, we create bespoke wooden doors that suit the age and personality of each home.
Every door is crafted in our Kent workshop using mortise and tenon joinery which provides long term durability. We create front doors stable doors French doors and garden doors all measured to fit the exact opening of the property. Hardware is chosen for quality and longevity. We finish each door with breathable coatings that allow the timber to move naturally across the seasons while staying protected.
For homes with original doors that have weathered over time we offer door restoration. Work may include repairing frames, replacing damaged panels, refurbishing hinges and locks or refinishing the surface to bring back depth and richness in the grain. Preservation helps retain the building’s identity and reduces unnecessary replacement.
Many older homes in Sholden were built without insulation. While this can add charm, it can also allow draughts to move through small gaps around windows and doors. Our draught proofing service offers a discreet solution. We install slim brush seals inside the frame to reduce airflow while keeping the appearance of the joinery unchanged. When paired with secondary glazing, draught proofing can make an immediate improvement to warmth and quietness indoors. This is especially useful in homes that are more exposed to coastal winds or located near open farmland.
Our work is based on traditional joinery methods. Every joint is shaped by hand and every detail is measured carefully. We use Accoya and Red Grandis because these timbers are stable and dependable. They resist swelling and shrinking which is important for sash windows and external doors that must operate smoothly throughout the year.
We finish all joinery with breathable protective coatings. These allow moisture to escape naturally which prevents cracking and peeling and helps ensure the joinery ages gracefully.
We provide a complete range of joinery services in Sholden and the nearby villages of Deal, Walmer, Ripple, Great Mongeham and Sandwich. Our services include:
We work respectfully with listed buildings and conservation area homes where accuracy and sensitivity to original fabric are essential. We match glazing bar patterns, mouldings and proportions so restored or replacement joinery blends naturally with the existing structure.
We always aim to repair rather than replace when possible. Repair retains original materials and reduces waste. When replacement is necessary we use responsibly sourced timbers and finishes chosen for durability. Accoya offers excellent long term value due to its natural stability and extended life span.
Sholden’s charm lies in its mixture of rural pathways, traditional homes and close ties to the wider landscape between Deal and Sandwich. The joinery in each property forms part of that character. Whether restoring sash windows in a period cottage or creating a bespoke door for a family home, we approach each project with respect for heritage and careful attention to detail.
If your sash windows, wooden doors or bespoke joinery in Sholden need restoration or replacement we would be pleased to help. We offer free consultations and site visits with clear guidance and no obligation.
Enhance your Sholden home with beautifully restored sash windows, bespoke wooden doors and handcrafted joinery designed to last. Contact Traditional Sash Windows and Carpentry today to arrange your free consultation.
We repair, restore and replace traditional timber windows and doors across Kent and London. Our work includes sash window overhauls and draught proofing, timber resin repairs, replacement sashes, new box sash windows, casement window repairs, secondary glazing, double glazed sash windows, wooden door repairs, replacement doors and bespoke joinery.
Where possible, we always aim to repair and retain original timber windows. Many older sash windows can be brought back into good working order with careful timber repairs, replacement sections, new cords, pulleys, beads, glazing repairs and draught proofing. Full replacement is usually recommended only where the existing frame or sashes are beyond economical repair, or where a customer would benefit more from entirely new joinery.
Yes. Our sash window overhaul and draught proofing service is designed to reduce rattling, draughts and heat loss while preserving the character of traditional windows. We can also discuss slimline double glazing, standard double glazing where suitable, secondary glazing and Fineo vacuum glazing, depending on the building, existing joinery and planning requirements.
Yes. We regularly work on period homes, listed buildings and properties within conservation areas. Our approach focuses on retaining as much original timber and architectural detail as possible, using traditional joinery methods alongside modern repair materials where appropriate. We can produce like for like replacement components, including mouldings, glazing bars, curved heads and bespoke sash profiles.
The right timber depends on the property, design and budget. We commonly use Accoya, Sapele and European Oak, along with other suitable hardwoods and softwoods where required. Accoya is a popular choice for painted external joinery because it is highly stable and durable, while Sapele and Oak can be well suited to particular repairs, doors and specialist joinery details.
Our repairs and new joinery are supplied properly prepared and undercoated where required, ready for final decoration. We do not generally provide the final painting service, as this is best completed by a dedicated decorator once the timber has fully settled and any surrounding finishes have been prepared. We will always explain what stage the joinery will be left at before work begins.
We offer surveys and quotations for suitable projects across Kent and London. During the visit, we assess the condition of the windows, doors or joinery, discuss the options available and explain the likely repair or replacement work involved. For some smaller jobs, clear photographs and measurements may be enough for us to provide an initial estimate before arranging a site visit.
This depends on the number of windows, their condition and the level of repair needed. A straightforward overhaul and draught proofing job can often be completed in a day, while larger restoration projects, replacement sashes or full house installations may take longer. We will provide a clear programme before work starts so you know what to expect.
Yes. Traditional Sash Windows and Carpentry is fully insured and CERTASS certified, giving customers added confidence that their project is being completed by an experienced and properly accredited team. CERTASS certification allows us to self certify qualifying replacement window and door installations, helping ensure the work meets current Building Regulations requirements without the need for the customer to arrange separate Building Control approval. Once the installation is complete, the relevant certification can be provided for applicable work.We also hold appropriate public liability insurance for the work we carry out, including sash window repairs, replacement timber windows, wooden doors, glazing and bespoke joinery.
Yes. We supply and fit bespoke secondary glazing for sash windows, casement windows and other traditional timber windows throughout Kent and London. It is a practical way to improve warmth, reduce outside noise and limit draughts without removing or altering the original joinery.Secondary glazing is fitted internally, creating an additional barrier behind the existing window. This makes it especially useful for period homes, listed buildings and conservation areas where replacing original windows may not be appropriate. We can advise on discreet systems that suit the style, layout and day to day use of your windows, including horizontal sliding, vertical sliding, hinged and fixed options where suitable.
Traditional Sash Windows and Carpentry works throughout the whole of Kent and London, including Ramsgate, Broadstairs, Margate, Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Deal, Sandwich, Dover, Folkestone, Maidstone, Tonbridge and surrounding areas. We also take on selected projects further afield where the scope of work is suitable.
Last updated 2026-03-03
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