Business Details
Sash & Case Window Restoration Experts Edinburgh
Hermitage Windows, a third-generation family-run business, specialises in the handmade replacement and sensitive restoration of timber sash and case windows. Our approach prioritises preserving the original fabric and architectural integrity of period properties, particularly Georgian-era buildings. With extensive expertise in period renovation, we offer tailored solutions that align with clients' lifestyles, timelines, and budgets. Our services include expert advice, planning assistance, and competitively priced quotations, reflecting our commitment to exceptional craftsmanship. As a trusted name in Edinburgh, Scotland, and North England, we combine traditional techniques with modern efficiency to deliver high-quality results.Our team works closely with homeowners to ensure every project maintains historical authenticity while enhancing energy efficiency and security. From initial consultation to completion, we prioritise transparency, professionalism, and respect for our clients' properties. Our reputation is built on decades of delivering bespoke joinery services, including window shutters, conservatories, and architectural restoration for listed buildings. Testimonials highlight our punctuality, attention to detail, and ability to transform period properties while retaining their character. We are proud to serve both private and commercial clients across Scotland and Northern England.
Services
Sash Window Restoration
Double Glazing Upgrades
Joinery Manufacturing
Period Home Improvements
Architectural Joinery
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of combined experience in period window restoration.
- Our team uses traditional handmade techniques for authentic results.
- We provide tailored solutions respecting clients' timelines and budgets.
- We hold expert knowledge of Georgian architecture and listed buildings.
- We serve Edinburgh, Scotland, and North England with local expertise.
What people say
True craftsmanship
Delighted with the work
Professional, polite, helpful
Stunning new windows
Highly recommended
Services
Sash Window Restoration
Our sash window restoration service meticulously repairs traditional timber sash and case windows, preserving their historical character. Using period-appropriate techniques, we address rot, draughts, and wear while maintaining original moulds and dimensions. Clients benefit from enhanced energy efficiency and security without compromising architectural authenticity, ensuring compliance with conservation area and listed building requirements.
Double Glazing Upgrades
We upgrade sash and case windows with discreet double glazing, improving thermal performance while retaining traditional aesthetics. Our solutions reduce heating costs and noise pollution, using slimline units that match original window profiles. This service combines modern energy-saving technology with heritage-sensitive installation methods for period properties across Scotland and North England.
Joinery Manufacturing
Our bespoke joinery manufacturing replicates original period features for window replacements and architectural elements. Crafted in our Edinburgh workshops, each piece maintains historical accuracy through traditional woodworking techniques. Services include shutter production, moulding restoration, and custom timber components tailored to Georgian and Victorian properties, ensuring seamless integration with existing structures.
Period Home Improvements
We specialise in sensitive renovations for period properties, including conservatories, orangeries, and sunrooms. Our approach retains character through authentic materials and methods while incorporating modern functionality. Services extend to listed building consent applications and condition reports, supporting clients through every stage of heritage property enhancement projects in Edinburgh and surrounding regions.
Architectural Joinery
Our architectural joinery service creates bespoke timber elements for traditional buildings, from intricate cornices to structural replacements. Each project begins with detailed surveys to ensure precise replication of historical details. Clients receive handcrafted solutions that meet modern performance standards, blending craftsmanship with practicality for conservation and renovation projects across Scotland.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate across Edinburgh, Scotland, and North England, with workshops in the Borders and Lothian regions.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in listed property renovations and can apply for Listed Building Consent on your behalf.
Can you match original window designs?
Our workshops replicate original moulds and dimensions exactly, preserving historical accuracy in every detail.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards and bank transfers. Payment terms are discussed during quotation.
Do you offer emergency repairs?
We prioritise urgent cases but do not provide 24/7 emergency services. Contact us for urgent needs.
What guarantees do you provide?
All work includes a 10-year warranty covering materials and craftsmanship, subject to terms and conditions.
