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Original windows are often a period home’s most treasured features. Learn how to repair and restore timber designs

Wooden windows help to define the character of a house and give an immediate clue to the property’s age, with many windows having lasted a hundred years or more and exhibiting the skill of those who made them. Just as important as the wooden elements is the glass contained within the sash or casement. Unlike modern glass, old glass has ripples and bubbles that give it life and character so should be retained wherever possible.

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