Bespoke Timber Casement Windows
Wow factor wooden windows guaranteed. Manchester Window Factory offers only the best timber casement windows. With the luxury bespoke feel of natural wood, you can enjoy improved energy efficiency, increased insulation, and better security for years to come.
Traditional Flush Timber Casement Windows
Timber casement windows have been around in the UK since the late 1700s when the fashion for iron frames started to be replaced with more sustainable and affordable timber.
They have undergone some changes over the years, becoming stronger, more energy efficient and better insulators. Today’s wooden casement windows are also far more secure, with multi-point locking systems as standard.
We offer two main types of timber-framed casement windows: traditional timber casement windows, also known as flush timber casement windows and stormproof. Both sit in a frame, either fixed in place or with hinges positioned to enable the window to open fully. This means you can control the ventilation required and offers better access for easy cleaning.
There are different configurations, particularly for larger casement windows, with some panels fixed and others hinged at the top or side.
Traditional casement windows sit flush to the frame, with no lip, providing a minimalist, sleek profile suitable for most properties.
Stormproof Timber Casement Windows
Today’s casement windows are designed with airtight seals to prevent warm air from escaping and water from getting in. But back in the early 1900s, they tended to let water in. In the 1950s, designers solved this problem by creating the ‘stormproof’ timber casement window. This casement window incorporated a ‘lip’ that sits proud of the frame, sticking out slightly to prevent leaks and water damage.
Which you choose is a matter of preference, although those living in areas of the UK which receive extra rainfall or coastal storms may want to consider the extra weather resistance provided by our stormproof casement windows.
Benefits of Timber Framed Casement Windows
There are many benefits to choosing timber-framed casement windows.
Natural Elegance
Full of character, the uniqueness of wood as a window frame means that every timber casement window is unique. Timber offers the perfect natural aesthetic for country homes and historic properties alike.
Environmental Credentials
Our hardwoods and softwoods are sustainably sourced and recyclable for a smaller manufacturing carbon footprint.
Customisable Colours and Finishes
Available in a range of coloured foils, these windows come in either a grained or smooth finish.
Long Lasting
Wooden casement windows need to be durable, remaining strong whatever the weather. Our timber casements deliver this and more, with a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee as standard. With the proper care and maintenance, they can last 20+ years. Accoya has a lifespan of 50 years.
Thermal Efficiency
With incredible insulation properties thanks to timber’s low thermal conductivity, combined with airtight seals and double glazing, choosing timber windows can reduce energy bills.
High Quality
We believe that wooden windows are an art form, centering around craftmanship.
Using our in-house joiners, we can replicate any window style using the latest glazing and security innovations without compromising appearance.
Like so many home improvements that utilise the beauty of wood, timber windows are a fine example of craftsmanship and quality.
Energy Efficiency and Insulation Benefits of Timber Windows
Our A-rated timber-framed casement windows are designed with energy efficiency and insulation in mind. Wood is already an excellent natural insulator, particularly when sealed against weather damage and wear and tear, and our wooden frames have been treated to ensure they last.
This frame holds our high-quality double glazing units – featuring two panes of glass separated by a warm edge ‘Swiss’ spacer bar filled with argon gas. The window is then sealed with airtight seals. This combination ensures less warm air escapes through the frame, glass, and in between. Better insulation and ventilation create healthier airflow and keep your home warmer in the winter. A warmer home means you need less central heating, reducing your heating bills and carbon footprint.
Double Glazed Timber Casement Windows
At Manchester Window Factory, all our timber-framed casement windows come double-glazed, as standard, with triple glazing and other specific types of glass also available.
Our top-of-the-line Argon-gas-filled double glazing offers benefits including:
- Increased insulation to keep your home warm in the winter
- Reduced heating bills (by approximately 18%)
- Reduction in unwanted noise from outside
- Excellent ventilation you can control
- Increased security - double-glazing is much harder to break than a single-pane
- Potential increase in property value (up to 10%)
- Reduced carbon footprint by up to 410kg a year
- Block harmful UV rays - less risk of sun damage on furnishings and wooden surfaces
- Reduced condensation - double glazing lessens the risk of condensation, which can cause dampness, mould and mildew
Your Windows, Your Way
You can customise every part of your timber casement windows for a truly bespoke appearance and functionality that works for you.
Your Choice of Wood
While we still use sustainable hardwoods such as Meranti and Sapele for our timber casement windows, we now offer our customers the beauty of Accoya. Technically a softwood but with the durability of a hardwood, Accoya also boasts the benefit of being a sustainable, treated timber with a fantastic 50-year guarantee from rot, making it a fantastic value choice for your wooden casement windows.
Glazing Options
Our glazing solutions are designed to deal with the rigours of modern living. See our quick guide below:
- Triple Glazing – An extra pane of glass and gas-filled gaps for better insulation and noise reduction
- Acoustic Glass – For when you require extra noise pollution protection
- Obscure Glass – For those areas where a little extra privacy or security is required
- Self-Cleaning Glass – For high footfall (and fingerprint) areas
- Planitherm – Specially coated energy-efficient glass
- Traditional Leaded – decorative glass ideal for a period property
- Internal Blinds – a different privacy solution
Hardware
We offer an extensive range of window furniture in a variety of colours and finishes to provide the final flourish to your new timber casement windows.
Optional Extras
Our windows come with multi-point locking and double-glazed units and are factory-finished in any colour using Teknos microporous paints. As with all our windows, optional security, thermal and acoustic upgrades are available.
Other Types of Casement Windows
We offer a wide range of casement windows to suit any home. Our flush-fitting or storm-proof casement windows are available in uPVC, aluminium or timber and come with the most secure locking mechanisms on the market. Using our own “in-house” installers, we take the time to deliver a quality service and ensure customer satisfaction every step of the way.
The Best Casement Timber Windows Altrincham
We are proud to have provided the highest quality windows, doors, and conservatories to happy customers close to our Altrincham base and all over the North West for over 25 years.
From Audenshaw to Wilmslow and most places in between, we cover most of Greater Manchester, Cheshire and beyond. Whatever the town or city, you can be sure you will receive the same high standard of customer care.
Our professional in-house fitters are happy to install your timber casement windows, ensuring a correct fit, energy efficiency, and long-lasting results. All our fitters are CERTASS-accredited, to provide you with peace of mind and the certification that your new windows adhere to British building regulations and national design and installation standards.
As a local company, we know how to reach you quickly and with the minimum of fuss. Our friendly team are expert craftsmen, and ideally placed to advise on appropriate styles for your property and the surrounding area.Customer satisfaction is paramount to us, and we’re pleased to have generated many glowing reviews.
Interested in Timber Casement Windows?
We design and install with lasting peace of mind. Based on your requirements and measurements, we’ll give you a free and honest, no-obligation quote upfront. That way, you can plan your budget.
If you choose us, we’ll arrange a convenient time for delivery and installation.
Contact Information
You can contact us here or using our chat feature (bottom right). Alternatively, you can call 0161 976 4739
We’re also active on the following social media channels: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
Business Hours
You can find us at our Altrincham showroom:
- Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm.
- Saturday 10am - 4pm
- Sunday by appointment only
Our website will be updated during national holidays with the latest opening times.
Professional Installation by Accredited Experts
Our professional in-house fitters are happy to perform your aluminium window installation, ensuring a correct fit, energy efficiency, and long-lasting results. All our fitters are CERTASS-accredited, to provide you with peace of mind and the certification that your new windows adhere to British building regulations and national design and installation standards. Customer satisfaction is paramount to us, and we’re pleased to have generated many glowing reviews to this effect.
Timber Casement Window FAQ’s
What Manchester Window Factory doesn’t know about windows isn’t worth knowing, so if your question isn’t answered below, our family-run business is here to help.
The average price of a double-glazed timber casement window is between £850 and £1,800 with materials.
Timber casement windows offer natural beauty, excellent insulation, and durability when properly maintained.
They can help you reduce your energy bills and your carbon footprint. They also provide a sustainable option for homeowners seeking eco-friendly materials.
They are suitable for properties of any age, including listed buildings and homes in conservation areas.
Last but not least, they can increase curb appeal and potentially add to your property value.
With proper care and maintenance, high-quality timber casement windows can last 40 years or more, depending on the wood. Regular sealing, painting, and weatherproofing can extend their lifespan significantly.
Timber windows do require periodic maintenance, such as repainting or sealing, to protect against moisture and weather damage. But don’t let that put you off. Modern finishes and treatments have made timber windows much easier to care for.
Timber casement windows can add value to your home by enhancing its aesthetic appeal, providing better insulation, and offering a more eco-friendly choice than other materials. Their long-lasting nature appeals to potential buyers who appreciate not having to replace them for several years.
Timber casement windows can be painted or stained in a huge array of colours and finishes. This versatility allows you to match them perfectly to your home’s exterior style. Whether you favour a natural wood look or something bold and bright, you can achieve the look you want.
Besides the choice of colour and finish, you can customise the following elements of your windows:
- Size
- Configuration
- Locks and security features
- Glazing
- Hardware
Timber casement windows can be fitted with multi-point locking systems and security features, making them as secure as other window types. We offer several security options for added peace of mind. Toughened, laminated safety glass can also be used.
Other Types of Casement Windows
We offer a wide range of casement windows to suit any home. Our flush-fitting or storm proof casement windows are available in uPVC, aluminium or timber and come with the most secure locking mechanisms available on the market. Using our own “in-house” installers, we take the time to deliver a quality service and ensure customer satisfaction every step of the way
