Traditional windows- surveys and producing condition reports

Traditional Sash Windows: Surveying & Reporting with Confidence

Uncover the story behind every sash window — and learn how to protect it.

This hands-on, one-day course is designed for building professionals who work with historic buildings and want to build their expertise in assessing and reporting on traditional timber sash windows.

You'll gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to carry out detailed condition surveys and make informed decisions about repair and conservation. This course is especially valuable for those involved in applications for Listed Building Consent, giving you the tools to justify your proposals with confidence.

What you’ll learn:

+ Why historic sash windows matter — their heritage significance
+ The anatomy of traditional windows: key components & joinery
+ How to spot decay, diagnose its causes, and assess condition
+ How to draw accurate profiles to support repair plans
+ Determining the extent of repair required – and when to replace (or not!)
+ Specifying appropriate materials and finishes
+ Writing clear, effective condition reports that stand up to scrutiny

By the end of the day, you’ll be equipped to preserve the beauty, function, and historical integrity of sash windows for the next generation.

Join us and become part of the movement to care for our architectural heritage with skill and sensitivity.

Click below to book a place on Tuesday 22nd July 2025

Click below to book a place on Tuesday 18th November 2025

If you aren't able to join us for the course, we hope that you will find this short film both inspirational and helpful.

This film was produced thanks to funding from the Ancient Connections Project

👨‍🏫 Meet the Tutor – Tom Duxbury

Tom Duxbury brings over 30 years of hands-on experience in the construction industry, specialising in heritage joinery and building conservation. From crafting oars and sculls in his early career to running his own joinery business and working as a Conservation Officer and Trainer, Tom’s knowledge is rooted in real-world experience.

Tom holds a First-Class Honours degree in Building Conservation and Management and is currently studying for a Master’s in Building Conservation. His background includes:

Heritage Trainer & NVQ Assessor for Carmarthenshire County Council
Former Conservation Officer for the Brecon Beacons National Park
Lecturer at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Traditional Skills advocate with SPAB, CIOB & Building Limes Forum membership

His passion for traditional craftsmanship and decades of on-site experience make him the ideal guide for anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of heritage joinery.