Beautiful Sash Window Installation in St Albans

Traditional Style Without the Timber Maintenance

For this project, the homeowner chose a traditional timber-alternative sash window from the Bygone Harmony range. This style is ideal for anyone who loves the look of original timber sash windows but wants something easier to maintain over time.

The windows feature a white woodgrain foiled finish, giving them a softer, more authentic appearance than a plain smooth frame. It is a small detail, but one that makes a real difference. The finish helps the windows blend naturally with the property rather than looking overly new or out of place.

Authentic Details That Matter

A sash window only looks right when the details are right. On this installation, the design includes continuous sash horns, an external staff bead and deep bottom rails, all of which help recreate the proportions and styling of a traditional timber sash.

The 39mm slim midrail is another important feature. Older sash windows often have fine, elegant sightlines, so keeping the midrail slim helps preserve that classic appearance. It gives the window a more refined look and avoids the bulky feel that some replacement windows can have.

The windows were also fully butt-jointed using Timberweld technology, giving the frames a more authentic timber-style construction. This helps achieve a crisp, traditional finish that suits period homes particularly well.

Applied Georgian Bars for Character

To enhance the heritage appearance, the installation included colour-matched applied Georgian bars. These add charm and definition to the glass without overwhelming the window design.

On a property in St Albans, Georgian detailing can work beautifully, especially where the home already has traditional architectural features. The colour matching keeps the overall look neat and balanced, helping the bars feel like part of the original design rather than an added extra.

Elegant Finishing Touches

The chosen window furniture was finished in Champagne Gold, including traditional-style fittings and limit stops. This adds a subtle warmth to the overall design and gives the windows a more premium feel.

It is the kind of detail that is easy to overlook, but once fitted, it really lifts the finished result. The gold-toned hardware works particularly well against the white woodgrain foil, creating a classic but not overly showy finish.

Modern Comfort and Energy Efficiency

Although the windows have a traditional appearance, they are built with modern performance in mind. These Bygone Harmony sash windows are ‘A’ energy rated, helping improve insulation and comfort inside the home.

The installation also included concealed trickle vents, which allow for background ventilation without spoiling the appearance of the frames. This is especially useful on heritage-style installations where visible vents can sometimes look out of place.

The use of TORSO premium balances also helps ensure smooth operation, while the tilt facility makes cleaning much easier from inside the home.