REPAIR NOT REPLACE; Sash & Case window Restoration workshop for Homeowners
Overview
Welcome to our 1 day Sash & Case Window Maintenance Workshop, designed especially for homeowners with an interest in heritage crafts looking to gain skills & knowledge in caring your property in future.
Led by a master craftsman with over 15 years of experience in high-end restoration projects across the city, this workshop combines practical skills with expert insight into the timeless methods used to preserve these beautiful, functional windows. Whether you're embarking on your own restoration journey or simply want to better understand the value and upkeep of your period property, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to protect a key piece of your home’s heritage.
Join us to celebrate traditional skills, and ensure the lasting beauty and performance of your sash & case windows for generations to come.
WHO IS THE COURSE FOR
18+ Anyone looking to maintain their period feature Sash & Case windows
YOU WILL NEED
Warm work clothes, pen & paper
PPE provided, Lunch & refreshments provided
TUTORS
Robbie Forrest is a Master craftsman with 15+ years of experience restoring Sash & Case windows in Edinburgh & surrounding areas
YOU WILL LEARN
History of Sash & case windows
how sash and case windows work - form & function
To identify common problems
How to re-rope a sash
How to replace glazing and putty
Recommended products & tools
1-2-1 practical support and Q&A
Next steps for your Restoration journey
Good to know
Highlights
- 6 hours
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
24 N Leith Sands
24 North Leith Sands
Leith EH6 4ER United Kingdom
How do you want to get there?
Intro to Sash & Case windows & Theory work (incl demonstrations)
The first half of the workshop includes the more theoretical work as you are introduced to the History, function & benefits of Sash & Case windows, learn how to confidently identify common problems (including demonstrations), and get to grips with our recommended tools & products and where to source them from
Lunch
Time to take a break! This event is fully catered.
Practical work and next steps
The second half of the workshop focuses on the Practical work of repairing & maintaining your Sash & Case windows, each household/individual will rotate around all the practical stations learning each aspect of restoration including a 1-2-1 Q&A opportunity with Master Craftsman Robbie Forrest, we'll finish off the chance to plan your next steps on your restoration journey!
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