Better Homes and Gardens (Australia)
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Keep your old sash windows working like they did when new
Yes, you can fix a sash window yourself!
Double-hung timber sash windows are a real blast from the past. They work using weights hidden on the sides of the window that counterbalance the weight of the sash. The two are connected using sash cords, but these don’t last forever and eventually break. Luckily, replacing them is a fairly simple task, and your windows can quickly be returned to their former glory.