Background
Tailored Wood recently completed a large-scale project in the Bath and Bristol area for a social housing provider, involving the refurbishment, restoration, and replacement of approximately 300 sash and casement timber windows across several residential properties that were all Grade 1 or 2 listed buildings.
The works comprised a combination of sensitive restoration and full replacements, all undertaken in accordance with conservation requirements, as many of the buildings were located in heritage-sensitive areas.
Key Challenges
• Coordinating a large, multi-site programme across two cities
• Balancing conservation requirements with the performance standards expected in social housing
• Minimising disruption to residents
• Meeting tight deadlines within occupied properties
What We Delivered
• Bespoke timber windows incorporating slimline heritage double glazing
• Designs that faithfully replicate original joinery details on a like-for-like basis.
• Durable hardwoods (e.g. Sapele), fully factory-finished for long life and reduced maintenance
• A phased installation programme to ensure a smooth and efficient process for both the client and residents
Conclusion
The successful delivery of this project perfectly demonstrates Tailored Wood’s dedication to both craftmanship and heritage preservation. Our expertise, meticulous approach, tried and tested process, and experience with working on heritage buildings meant that we could deliver this project withing the specifications it required.
The work we have carried out means that the newly restored, replaced and renovated Box Sash and Casement Windows on this project will stand the test of time in regard to durability whilst in keeping with the architectural styles of these two historic cities.