Sash & Case Windows in Gilmerton

Gilmerton is a former mining village on Edinburgh's southern fringe, centred on the junction of Gilmerton Road and Ravenscroft Street. Its most famous landmark is the mysterious Gilmerton Cove — a series of hand-hewn underground chambers whose origins remain debated. Above ground, the old village core retains a cluster of traditional stone cottages and modest 19th-century terraces with original sash and case windows, many featuring the simple two-over-two pattern typical of Scottish working-class housing of the period.

Beyond the historic village, Gilmerton expanded significantly in the 20th century with suburban housing that often still incorporated timber sash windows. Properties along Gilmerton Dykes Road, Ferniehill Drive and the streets around Drum Brae feature a mix of inter-war and early post-war houses where original windows are now reaching the age where they need attention. Common issues include rotten sills, seized pulleys and paint failure — all of which we address as part of our comprehensive restoration service.

Gilmerton's distance from the city centre means some Edinburgh-based tradespeople consider it peripheral, but our team covers the area regularly. We treat every Gilmerton property with the same care we bring to a New Town townhouse. For the older village cottages, we can manufacture bespoke replacement sashes that match the original proportions and moulding profiles. For the later suburban houses, a full overhaul with draught-proofing and new cords typically brings the windows back to excellent working order at a fraction of the cost of replacement.