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South Kent is a region of unparalleled beauty and historic significance, stretching from the serene coastline to the rolling hills of the Kent Downs. Known for its charming villages and towns like Hythe, Folkestone, and Tenterden, South Kent is home to a wealth of period properties that reflect centuries of English craftsmanship. Many of these homes feature original sash windows and traditional wooden doors, which are integral to their timeless appeal. Our team specialises in the restoration and maintenance of these features, ensuring they continue to define the character of South Kent’s architectural landscape.
With years of experience working on historic properties throughout South Kent, we understand the delicate balance required to preserve original features while improving their functionality for modern living. Sash windows, a hallmark of South Kent’s Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian homes, often face wear and tear over time, such as draughts, sticking frames, and rattling. We begin every project with a comprehensive inspection to assess specific needs, allowing us to create a bespoke repair plan that respects the original design while enhancing energy efficiency and usability.
Our services include everything from minor repairs and re-cording to full sash window replacements crafted to match the style and era of your home. We work with all types of sash windows, including single and double-hung designs, box sash windows, and more intricate styles like curved and arch-top windows. For homeowners seeking to modernise without sacrificing period charm, we provide double glazing and secondary glazing solutions that seamlessly integrate with traditional designs.
In addition to sash windows, we offer expert wooden door repair and replacement services. Whether restoring a worn original door or crafting a bespoke design, we ensure every detail complements the architectural heritage of your property. To further improve comfort and energy efficiency, our draught-proofing solutions are designed to seal gaps, reduce heat loss, and keep your home cosy, all while preserving its classic aesthetic.
South Kent’s towns and villages, from the historic streets of Rye to the coastal homes of Sandgate, showcase a rich architectural heritage that deserves to be preserved. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and attention to detail ensures that each restoration, repair, and draught-proofing project meets the highest standards. By choosing our services, you’re investing in the long-term beauty and functionality of your home while maintaining the unique charm of South Kent’s historic properties.
If your South Kent home features original sash windows or traditional wooden doors, we’d be honoured to assist you. Contact us today to discuss our bespoke repair, restoration, and draught-proofing services, and let us help you protect and enhance the enduring beauty of your property in South Kent.
We pride ourselves on offering free, expert advice to all our clients. We believe that informed decisions lead to the best results, so we take the time to understand your project, discuss options, and ensure you have all the information necessary to make the best choices. You can trust us to deliver honest, expert advice without any 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.
South Kent is a region defined by its rich history, varied architecture, and unspoiled countryside, stretching from the chalk cliffs of Dover to the rolling farmlands of Romney Marsh and the elegant market towns of Ashford and Tenterden. The area is home to some of the most beautiful period properties in the county, from Georgian manor houses and Victorian villas to traditional Kentish cottages with weatherboarding and sash windows. At Traditional Sash Windows and Carpentry, we are proud to serve homeowners across South Kent, providing expert restoration and bespoke joinery that blends timeless craftsmanship with modern performance.
Our team of skilled craftsmen has worked throughout the region, including Folkestone, Hythe, Tenterden, Ashford, and New Romney. Whether you own a listed Georgian home, a Victorian terrace, or a rural farmhouse, we offer tailored services that respect your property’s heritage while enhancing comfort, efficiency, and durability.
Sash windows are a hallmark of South Kent’s architectural landscape, gracing historic townhouses, coastal homes, and country manors alike. These elegant features bring light, proportion, and authenticity to traditional buildings, but over time, exposure to the coastal climate and changing temperatures can cause timber decay and draughts. Our sash window restoration service is designed to restore these beautiful elements to full working order while preserving their original design.
We start with a detailed assessment of every window. Using premium timbers such as Accoya and Red Grandis, we repair or replace damaged sections with precision, ensuring strength and stability. Each sash is re-corded, balanced, and fitted with fine brush seals that stop draughts and ensure smooth operation.
For homeowners who want to improve comfort and energy performance, we also offer double-glazed sash replacements and secondary glazing. These solutions retain the authentic appearance of your property while providing excellent insulation and soundproofing — perfect for coastal homes exposed to strong winds or busy town centres like Folkestone or Ashford.
A bespoke wooden door is more than an entryway; it is a reflection of your home’s personality. South Kent’s properties showcase a wide range of architectural styles, from traditional Georgian panelled doors to ornate Victorian entrances and rustic stable doors. At Traditional Sash Windows and Carpentry, we design and craft bespoke wooden doors that match your home’s period features while offering modern strength, insulation, and security.
Every door is handmade in our Kent workshop using traditional mortise and tenon joinery, ensuring exceptional durability and precision. We can recreate period-accurate designs such as Georgian six-panel doors, Victorian glazed entrances, and French doors for garden rooms or conservatories. Each piece is finished with high-quality hardware and breathable protective coatings that resist moisture and UV damage.
We also restore existing doors, repairing frames, refinishing surfaces, and replacing damaged sections where necessary. Whether you want to restore a grand entrance in Hythe or fit a new stable door for a cottage near Romney Marsh, our craftsmanship ensures results that combine tradition and longevity.
Many of South Kent’s older homes are charming but less efficient at keeping heat in. Our draught proofing service provides a practical way to improve warmth and comfort while preserving your property’s original joinery.
We fit fine brush seals into window and door frames to block draughts, stop rattling, and keep warmth inside your home. This subtle yet effective upgrade can greatly improve energy efficiency and comfort, particularly during winter. When combined with secondary glazing, it offers outstanding insulation and soundproofing benefits — an ideal solution for listed or conservation-area homes where external changes must remain minimal.
This service can be included as part of a sash window overhaul or completed on its own, offering a discreet improvement that protects your home from the elements.
At Traditional Sash Windows and Carpentry, we believe that true quality lies in the combination of heritage craftsmanship and modern precision. Every piece of joinery is handmade by experienced craftsmen who take pride in preserving traditional design while using sustainable, high-performance materials.
We work with responsibly sourced hardwoods such as Accoya and Red Grandis, which offer exceptional resistance to moisture, decay, and warping. Each product is finished with breathable protective coatings that allow the timber to move naturally with temperature changes, extending its lifespan and maintaining a beautiful finish.
Our commitment to excellence ensures that every sash window, wooden door, and piece of bespoke joinery we create performs as beautifully as it looks.
We provide our full range of joinery and restoration services across South Kent, including Folkestone, Hythe, Dymchurch, Tenterden, New Romney, and Ashford. From sash window repairs and draught proofing to bespoke door creation and secondary glazing, we tailor our services to suit each property’s unique architectural style.
Our craftsmen are experienced in working on listed buildings and conservation-area properties, ensuring all work complies with heritage standards. We carefully match original profiles, mouldings, and glazing bar patterns to create seamless, authentic results. Whether working on a coastal townhouse or a country cottage, we approach every project with the same level of precision and care.
As a family-run business, we take pride in our communication, reliability, and attention to detail. Each project is delivered to the highest standard, ensuring results that stand the test of time.
Sustainability is central to our philosophy. Wherever possible, we repair rather than replace, helping preserve existing joinery and reduce waste. When replacement is necessary, we use environmentally responsible timber and eco-friendly coatings that enhance durability while minimising environmental impact.
Our preferred timber, Accoya, is one of the most sustainable woods available. It offers an exceptional lifespan of up to 50 years above ground, making it ideal for Kent’s variable climate. Its natural resistance to rot, warping, and moisture means it performs beautifully for decades with minimal maintenance.
By combining sustainable materials with traditional craftsmanship, we create joinery that’s both environmentally responsible and built to endure.
South Kent’s architecture reflects centuries of craftsmanship, from the half-timbered farmhouses of the countryside to the grand Regency homes of the coast. Preserving this legacy requires an expert understanding of period construction and design.
Our craftsmen have extensive experience working on listed and conservation-area properties, ensuring every project aligns with heritage guidelines. We replicate traditional features such as glazing bars, horn shapes, and mouldings with precision, ensuring every window and door blends seamlessly with your home’s original architecture. Whether restoring sash windows in a Georgian manor or creating bespoke doors for a Victorian terrace, our work enhances the property’s authenticity while improving its comfort and efficiency.
Homeowners across South Kent choose Traditional Sash Windows and Carpentry for our expertise, craftsmanship, and dedication to preserving period character. We combine traditional skills with sustainable practices and modern performance standards, producing work that enhances your home both aesthetically and functionally.
Our reputation is built on honesty, communication, and quality. From small repairs to full restorations, we treat every project with care and attention to detail, ensuring results that reflect the pride we take in our craft.
If your sash windows, wooden doors, or bespoke joinery in South Kent need professional restoration or replacement, we would be delighted to help. We offer free consultations and site visits throughout South Kent, providing detailed, no-obligation quotations and expert advice.
Enhance your South Kent 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 and discover how our craftsmanship can preserve your property’s timeless Kentish charm.
Last updated 2025-06-24
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