Authentic Georgian Glazing on Burford High Street
A late-Georgian townhouse on Burford High Street required the complete replication and replacement of 14 deteriorated external timber box sash windows and a substantial six-panel solid timber front entrance door.
Located squarely within a designated Conservation Area, the property's fenestration was subject to rigorous scrutiny by West Oxfordshire conservation officers. Modern standard double-glazed PVC-U or aluminum units were strictly forbidden. The commission demanded authentic cords, weights, solid brass axle pulleys, and ultra-slender 18mm true glazing bars.
Thermal Efficiency Meets Historic Authenticity
11mm Slimline Krypton Glazing
To satisfy conservation guidelines, we incorporated heritage ultra-slim double-glazed units filled with high-density Krypton gas. Achieving a commendable U-value of 1.3 W/m²K, they prevent condensation and heat loss while maintaining historic sightlines.
Accoya® Dimensional Stability
Window sashes and frames were machined from acetylated Accoya® timber paired with seasoned English oak cills. Accoya® exhibits virtually zero seasonal movement, ensuring sashes slide effortlessly without binding during wet winter months.
Traditional Lead Counterweights
Operating on wax-dipped braided cotton sash cords, cast solid brass axle pulleys, and calibrated lead counterweights. Our integrated perimeter brush draught-proofing remains completely concealed within the parting beads and staff beads.
Fenestration Technical Specifications
| Location | High Street, Burford, Oxfordshire (Georgian Townhouse) |
|---|---|
| Timber Species | Accoya® Certified Wood with Prime English Oak Sub-Cills |
| Glazing Specification | 11mm Heritage Slimline Double Glazing (4mm / 3mm Krypton / 4mm Soft-Coat) |
| Thermal Performance | Whole Window U-Value: 1.3 W/m²K (Compliant with Approved Document L) |
| Operating Mechanism | Traditional Waxed Cotton Cord, Solid Brass Pulleys & Lead Weights |
| Entrance Door Spec | 57mm Solid Timber 6-Panel with 5-Point British Standard Multi-Lock |
| Planning Approval | Full Listed Building Consent & Conservation Officer Sign-off |
"Replacing windows on a listed building on Burford High Street was a daunting planning challenge. Cotswold Woodcraft worked closely with our conservation officer, produced exact profile drawings, and installed windows that eliminate road noise and draughts while looking 100% authentic."
— Eleanor & David Pritchard, Property Owners
