Flush timber French windows

[HughF]

There’s a possibility that I might have to replace a good percentage of the windows in my cottage/shack/farmhouse.

 

I know that most people on here like to buy the best (aluclad etc) but as this is a rental, and I don’t know how long I’ll be here, I’m looking for ‘cheap and cheerful’. It probably doesn’t need to be BR compliant as it’s technically not a dwelling, so any old double glazing will do.

 

Does anyone have experience buying ‘standard softwood windows’ and can advise where to look? Ideally I’d like them pre-painted.

 

I could go for plastic, but I expect that will carry a premium over timber, and the sight lines might not be ideal.

[HughF]

Anyone?

 

EDIT: Found WoodenWindows.com, they don't do french, but they do flush... £662/window, in primer... uPVC is cheaper, and is french opening

 

Sent an RFQ to timber windows direct, who my friend has used for his replacement sash windows.

Edited September 19, 2023 by HughF

[Mr Punter]

Cheap softwood windows can rot through in no time.

[HughF]

14 minutes ago, Mr Punter said:

Cheap softwood windows can rot through in no time.

Current ones have done 50yrs... And this isn't my house - If the landlord wants timber replacement, he's getting softwood.

[Mr Punter]

4 minutes ago, HughF said:

Current ones have done 50yrs

 

Modern softwood can be fairly crappy in comparison.

[HughF]

Just now, Mr Punter said:

 

Modern softwood can be fairly crappy in comparison.

Yep, understood... My preference would be for uPVC obvs, but the landlord will probably have the final say.

[HughF]

Quote in, £628.12 plus vat…. Think I’ll try and stick to plastic.