• The pros of wood window restoration include cost effectiveness, simplicity, and restoration longevity.
• The cons of wood window restoration include the lack of ability to change the window pane.
• Choose the Preservan experts to restore your wooden window.

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Every wooden window will one day reach the point to where it needs some sort of TLC. It could be wood rot, sun fading, chipping, or any other of the countless problems that can arise from wooden windows. You may wonder how to go about repairing a wooden window. Or maybe you’re debating between fixing it and just replacing it altogether. One of the most cost effective and environmentally friendly ways to repair a wooden window is simply to restore it! 

What Is Wood Window Restoration?

Wood window restoration is the process of cleaning and replacing the damaged or lost wooden parts in a window. Typically an epoxy is used to fill in the gaps, and then they are refinished.The original look of the window is kept, and the newly refinished wood surface can look as good as new!

Why Do Wood Window Restoration

Wood window restoration is a great way to fix wood rot without having to replace the entire window. The repair process is much faster and less expensive than getting a new window. If you want to preserve the antique or vintage nature of your window, refinishing it can be a great way to ensure it’ll last for decades to come. There are still plenty of other things to consider when refinishing your wood window. 

Weather Stripping

Older windows typically do not have adequate weather protection. Even if they originally did, over time, the weather proofing protection can deteriorate. Refinishing a window allows for the opportunity to fix or replace the original weather stripping.

Make The Sash Easier To Operate

Wood can get warped over long periods of time. A window sash can become nearly unopenable if the wood has shifted too much. When refinishing a window, special care can be paid to making sure the window opens and closes smoothly.

Update The Windowsill

Windowsills can get just as damaged as the window itself over time. Refurbishing the window itself provides a great opportunity to update, replace, or repair the windowsill underneath.

Remove Lead Paint

Some older windows were painted with dangerous lead paint. It is an obvious health and safety hazard to have toxic lead paint on your windows. Therefore, refurbishing your wood windows allows you the opportunity to replace the lead paint when you refinish a window.

Remove Wood Rot

One of the most effective ways to repair a window is to remove and repair wood rot. Older windows have been exposed to years of water and eventually develop rot that has to be removed. Thankfully you can remove the rot and replace it with an epoxy to keep the window structurally sound, and looking beautiful again.

Restore Look & Feel Of Old Wood Windows

Some windows have their own unique charm. Replacing a vintage window with new ones can seriously damage the look of older buildings. In some cases it’s even prohibited to replace elements on historical structures. One way to make old windows look new is to restore them. They will retain their original look, all without the need to replace it.  

Pros of Wood Window Restorationn

Pros of wood window restoration include it being one of the most cost effective ways to help a deteriorating window. It can also be done quickly and with less damage done to the surrounding building. Older windows were made with better quality wood and typically last much longer than newer designs. There are also plenty of extra things you can do to upgrade your existing windows to make them even better than they were before. Being able to repair your window without sacrificing the look and durability of it is a major benefit at any price point.

Cons of Wood Window Restoration

One of the main cons of restoring a window is that typically you do not have the opportunity to change or upgrade the window pane. You might be stuck with an inefficient window pane. If your window requires special care due to lead paint or another issue, it could increase the cost and time requirement to refinish. However, the majority of wood window restorations are still faster and less expensive than replacing a window. 

Choose Preservan For Wood Window Restoration

Refinishing your wooden windows is clearly one of the most cost effective and flexible methods to fix deteriorating windows. The experts at Preservan are highly skilled in transforming your wooden windows to look new again. Our eco-friendly repair process can be done in a fraction of the time and can be up to 90% less than the cost of window replacement. Every one of our vans are fully equipped with top of the line tools to ensure that your window refurbishment is fast and stress free. Visit us online to learn more about our dedication to helping you repair your home. And if you think Preservan is the right choice for you, visit our website and request a quote today!

Contact Preservan

Call: 866.875.4280 or visit our Locations Page to find a Preservan location near you.

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