Triple Feature Window Replacement, Ripon, Yorkshire
When Martin and Susan the owners of The Old School House in Ripon carried out their annual property review in May 2025, they noticed that three large, south facing feature windows were beginning to show signs of wear. These striking windows, spanning from the ground floor to the first floor, are a defining feature of this unique and historic home, so any work needed to be approached with care.
Initially, the Martin and Susan explored repairing and repainting the existing windows and spoke with several local tradespeople. However, given the scale and importance of the windows, they decided to seek a more specialist opinion to better understand both the immediate work required and the long term implications.
Gediminas from Woodcraft Windows visited the property to carry out a thorough assessment. Rather than simply recommending a solution, he took the time to explain the advantages and limitations of both repairing the existing windows and replacing them entirely. This included a detailed cost benefit analysis, as well as practical guidance on longevity, performance and overall value.
This clear and considered approach gave the homeowners the confidence to look beyond short term fixes and consider a more future proof investment. After reviewing all the information, they chose Woodcraft Windows to replace the three large feature windows with new, energy efficient units designed to complement the character of the building.
From the outset, the process was smooth and well organised. Every stage, from the initial survey and design development through to production and installation planning, was handled professionally and on time. Communication remained consistent throughout, with Gediminas and his team always available to answer questions and provide updates.
The installation itself was completed over three days by a highly skilled and courteous team. Their attention to detail and pride in their work was evident at every stage, from the precise fitting of the windows to the finishing touches both inside and out. The team worked efficiently while maintaining a clean and respectful environment, making the experience as stress free as possible.
The finished result has completely transformed the property. The new windows not only enhance the appearance of the house but also provide modern performance, improved energy efficiency and long term durability. Careful detailing, both externally and internally, ensures the new installations sit perfectly within the character of this well known building connected to Ripon Cathedral.
The homeowners described the final result as “stunning” and felt the project delivered everything they had hoped for when they first began considering the work.
This project reflects what Woodcraft Windows is all about – combining expert knowledge with a thoughtful, client focused approach to deliver lasting results of the highest standard.
Background to the project: The Old School House
“”As part of our annual appraisal of the infrastructure of our uniquely converted house in May 2025, we noted that the 3 large integrated south-facing ‘ground-floor to first floor windows’ were all in need of some external repair and repainting.
Having contacted a number of local tradespeople to give us their advice and opinion on what we should consider when undertaking repairs and repainting to these large windows, we also thought that it would be sensible to call a specialist window replacement company to undertake a more in-depth, wide-ranging and comprehensive assessment of both the ‘exterior and interior conditions’ of our windows, and to perhaps explain to us what they feel we may need to be take-into-account in the longer term.
We were visited by Gediminas from Woodcraft Windows, who was kind enough to give us a number of insights into the ‘pros and cons’ of taking the decision to either ‘repair and repaint’ our current windows, or to instead perhaps consider replacing these very large and impactful windows as part of a longer-term, longer-lasting investment in our property.”
“The professional manner in which Gediminas assessment our potential requirements, and the ideas, guidelines and suggestions that he provided during his visit was extremely helpful. As were the subsequence customised documents that we received, and the various discussions that we had with Gediminas on the telephone.
This insightful information, and Ged’s detailed cost-benefit analysis provided us with a very sensible, practical, cost-efficient, and cost-effective, aesthetically pleasing ‘longer-term’ solution to consider.
Having reviewed, considered and analysed the options of ‘repair and repainting’ our current windows, or replacing these relatively old feature windows with state-of-the-art, energy efficient glass and pre-painted window frames, we were more than happy to appoint Gediminas and his team at Woodcraft Windows to undertake this major project on our behalf, and to begin the process of replacing our 3 large south-facing feature windows in the Old School House in Ripon.”
– Martin and Susan, Ripon, Yorkshire
Project
- Client: Martin and Susan
- Address: Ripon, Yorkshire
- Date: January 2026
- Duration: 3 days
Work
- Replacement three large multi-storey feature windows
Materials
- Engineered European redwood
- Hardwood
- Double glazed units
Triple Feature Window Replacement, Ripon, Yorkshire – AFTER
Triple Feature Window Replacement, Ripon, Yorkshire – BEFORE & DURING
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