<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>London Sash Window Repairs blog</title><description>Practical guides on sash window repair, draught proofing and double glazing for London homes.</description><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/</link><language>en-gb</language><item><title>7 Signs Your Sash Windows Need Repair</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/signs-your-sash-windows-need-repair/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/signs-your-sash-windows-need-repair/</guid><description>Rot, snapped cords, rattles, draughts, failed putty, sticking and condensation: seven signs your sash windows need repair, and what each one means for you.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>A Seasonal Sash Window Maintenance Guide for London Homes</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/sash-window-maintenance-guide/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/sash-window-maintenance-guide/</guid><description>A practical seasonal guide to sash window maintenance in London: cleaning, paint, putty, cords and the signs that mean it is time to call a specialist.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Broken Sash Cord: Signs, Causes and How Replacement Works</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/broken-sash-cord-replacement/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/broken-sash-cord-replacement/</guid><description>How to tell if a sash cord has snapped, why it happens, what re-cording involves, and why you should not leave a broken cord. 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What each fixes, from draughts and heat loss to noise and condensation, plus cost and looks.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>How Much Do Sash Window Repairs Cost in London?</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/sash-window-repair-costs-london/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/sash-window-repair-costs-london/</guid><description>What sash window repairs cost in London, from an £80 splice to a full £1,480 replacement. Our price list explained, plus what moves the price up or down.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Painted-Shut Sash Windows: Why It Happens and How to Free Them</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/painted-shut-sash-windows/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/painted-shut-sash-windows/</guid><description>Painted-shut sash windows are common in London homes. See why paint seals sashes, how to free them without damage and when to have the sashes overhauled.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Repair or Replace Sash Windows? An Honest Decision Guide</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/repair-or-replace-sash-windows/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/repair-or-replace-sash-windows/</guid><description>Should you repair or replace your sash windows? Compare condition, cost, lifespan, energy and heritage value to make an honest choice for your London home.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Rotten Sash Window Sill: Repair or Replace?</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/rotten-sash-window-sill-repair-or-replace/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/rotten-sash-window-sill-repair-or-replace/</guid><description>Found a soft sash window sill? How to test for rot, when a splice repair works, when a full sill replacement is needed, and what each costs in London.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sash Windows in London Conservation Areas: What You Need to Know</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/sash-windows-conservation-areas-london/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/sash-windows-conservation-areas-london/</guid><description>Living in a London conservation area? See what Article 4 directions mean for sash windows, when you need permission and why like-for-like repair is safest.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Slim Double Glazing vs Vacuum Glazing for Sash Windows</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/slim-double-glazing-vs-vacuum-glazing/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/slim-double-glazing-vs-vacuum-glazing/</guid><description>Compare slim double glazing and vacuum glazing for sash windows: thickness, weight, performance and cost, and whether your original sashes can carry them.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Why Do Sash Windows Rattle, and How Do You Stop It?</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/why-do-sash-windows-rattle/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/blog/why-do-sash-windows-rattle/</guid><description>Rattling sash windows usually mean worn beads, shrinkage or failed seals. Learn the causes, the quick fixes and when draught proofing is the lasting answer.</description><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Sash Window Trends: Double Glazing Existing Sash Windows</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/2017/05/31/sash-window-trends-double-glazing-existing-sash-windows/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/2017/05/31/sash-window-trends-double-glazing-existing-sash-windows/</guid><description>Twenty years ago, draught proofing was revolutionary. Today, double glazing the original sash is the sensible next step for London homeowners.</description><pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Would You Honestly Rip Out Your Original Sash Windows?</title><link>https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/2017/05/31/would-you-honestly-rip-out-your-original-sash-windows/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://sashwindowsrepairlondon.co.uk/2017/05/31/would-you-honestly-rip-out-your-original-sash-windows/</guid><description>Where have London&apos;s original sash windows gone? A take on UPVC, the 90s replacement boom, and the welcome pendulum swing back to refurbishment.</description><pubDate>Wed, 31 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>