Do your windows wake you up in the night, trembling and rattling at the smallest hint of wind. It might be that the window fasteners are no longer working properly. The two most popular residential windows on older houses are casement and double hung windows. Here's what you need to know about buying new locks for your old windows or your new window locks.
A window sash is the part of a window that moves and holds the glass panes together. The sash fits inside the window frame, attached to the house. The sash will vary depending on the type of window. For example, on a double hung window there is an upper and lower sash that move up and down.
A sash window is a window feature composed of two frames or sashes which slide open. Most sash windows are double-hung. They allow both sashes to open, and set on a vertical track with one sliding in front of the other.
A sash window or hung sash window made of one or more movable panels, or "sashes". They form a frame to hold panes of glass. Often separated from other panes (or "lights") by glazing bars. Also known as muntins in the US (moulded strips of wood).
A double-hung window — a window with two vertically sliding sashes — is a common type of window in older houses. Fasteners and sash lifts are the most common types of double-hung window hardware.
As well as stopping air leaks and rattles, fasteners help secure a window from intruders. The window sash will sit snugly against the window frame to accomplish the latter two purposes. Cam (crescent shaped) locks are the most common sash fasteners.
TradCo offer a handful of finishes too their products. Please ask our team if a finish you desire is available.
Check details for the appropriate sash lock, as well as lift size, when specifying windows hardware.
Sash Window Lifts
Classic Sash Lift – Small Polished Brass
1629
Height: 34mm
Width: 42mm
Projection: 25mm
Solid brass sash lifts. Available in 2 sizes.
Sash Eye Lift – Offset
1630
Height: 32mm
Width: 49mm
Projection: 36mm
Classic Sash Lift – Large
1631
Height: 41mm
Width: 48mm
Projection: 30mm
Window sashes are very important for the window construction. As a whole and for its durability. Vinyl window sashes are multi-chambered. Also fusion-welded and reinforced so that they do not distort over time. A distorted window sash can cause the window to leak out and not lock. Structural strengthening is what determines the window quality.
Sash lifts were standard fittings on windows by the Victorian era, and are still in use today. Flush, handle and hook lifts can add a finishing touch to your sash in the appropriate shape and colour.
Ribbed Sash Lift
1632
Height: 41mm
Width: 48mm
Projection: 30mm
Ornate Sash Lift
1633
Height: 40mm
Width: 40mm
Projection: 28mm
Nouveau Sash Lift
1634
Height: 32mm
Width: 35mm
Projection: 25mm
Nouveau Sash Lift
1635
Height: 40mm
Width: 44mm
Projection: 28mm
Dished Sash Lift
1637
Height: 38mm
Width: 45mm
Projection: 30mm
Hinged Sash Lift
1638
Height: 24mm
Width: 52mm
Projection: 18mm
If you want to add a more detailed look to double hung windows off the shelf or if you have old wood windows with broken, rusted, or inoperable hardware, it's a good time to shop for replacements.
Sash Window Pulleys & Drops
Sash Drop
Sash Window Pulley
Check the sash measurements for appropriate sash lock, strike, and lift size when specifying hardware for windows.
Sash Window Fasteners
Grub Screw Locking Sash Fastener
2293
Width: 15mm
Length: 69mm
Classic Sash Fastener
1600
Width: 25mm
Length: 65mm
Centre to centre: 45mm
Ornate Sash Fastener
1601
Width: 22mm
Length: 70mm
The most common domestic window was the casement windows with leaded glass panes until the mid-1600s, when sash windows were introduced. Sash windows are typically used on older houses, while casement windows are still used in Europe.
Key Operated Narrow Locking Sash Fastener
1603
Width: 17mm
Length: 65mm
Porcelain Ball Sash Fastener
1604
Width: 26mm
Length: 73mm
Reeded Sash Fastener
1605
Width: 24mm
Length: 75mm
Key Operated Locking Sash Fastener
1608
Width: 20mm
Length: 64mm
The window of the casement swings open from a hinged sash. Back in the early 1900s, architects like Frank Lloyd Wright reintroduced casement windows (Wright used horizontal casement windows).
Casement Window Stays
Locking Telescopic Casement Stay
Stainless Steel
L200-295mm
1677
Telescopic Pin Casement Stay
L200-295mm
1700
Sidemount Casement Stay
Base Fix Casement Stay
Architects specialising in 1920s and 1940s Tudor and Spanish Revival houses have incorporated the casement window into their designs.
There are a number of fasteners and adjusters on the market today — some popular styles resemble medieval designs to be used on Tudor and Revival houses for the arts and crafts.
Casement Window Fasteners
Square Casement Fastener
1690
Width: 35mm
Projection: 30mm
Bolt Throw: 35mm
Teardrop Casement Fastener
1730
Width: 40mm
Projection: 30mm
Bolt Throw: 25mm
Grub Screw Locking Casement Fastener
1732
Width: 24mm
Projection: 30mm
Bolt Throw: 34mm
Deco Casement Fastener
1738
Width: 50mm
Projection: 25mm
Bolt Throw: 30mm
Dished Casement Fastener
1744
Width: 45mm
Projection: 30mm
Bolt Throw: 30mm
Monkey Tail Casement Fastener
9811
Locking Casement Fastener
Left Hand
1770
Casement fasteners play the same role as double-hung sash fasteners — to protect the window — whereas casement adjusters hold the window open. The opening casement and the opening awning window are still the most popular window types in Europe and are still available in Australia.
Hopper Window Fittings
Wedge Fastener
1678
Width: 20mm
Length: 90mm
Projection: 30mm
Hopper Window Fastener
1685
Width: 39mm
Length: 74mm
Projection: 31mm
Spur Catch
1737
Height: 47mm
Projection: 46mm
Since window sashes are an important part of window design, proper functioning is imperative.
If the window is stuck and is unable to open and close, then an alignment problem may be indicated.
Usually this can be solved with minor adjustments, but otherwise, you may need to replace your window sash or windows.
If your windows have not been replaced in several years, buying replacement windows for your home may be wise.
While the initial cost may be high, new windows may lower your energy bills and increase your home's overall value and curb its appeal.
When specifying awning and casement window hardware, make sure that you look at all of your options. For example, the European three-point lock is a popular choice today.
Quadrant Stays
Classic Quadrant Stay
L150mm
1704
Length: 150mm
Base Fix Locking Pin
1766
Fanlight Window Fittings
Fanlight Swivel
1780
Height: 73mm
Width: 23mm
Fanlight Catch
1781
Height: 50mm
Width: 59mm
Pole Hook
1782
Height: 100mm
Fanlight Stop
L190mm
1783
Length: 190mm
Fanlight Window Operator
H900-1115mm
1785
Height: 900mm
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When you visit our showroom at Architectural Design Hardware we can help you with casement fasteners and sash lifts.