Q: I want to save energy in my older house and I know my wood windows are inefficient. I want to keep the character of my house, but keep costs down. What options do I have other than replacement ...

My house has 12 large, original and rather draughty sash windows, many in poor condition. Should I repair them, or put in new double-glazed ones (I don't want uPVC)? DIY guru Julian Cassell says, "If ...

Old sash (or double-hung) windows are counter-balanced by two pairs of weights hidden in each side of the window. The weights are hung on cords that run over a pulley wheel at the top of the window ...

While there's no disputing the charm of original sash windows, if you've moved into a period property, due to their potential age, you may find them less energy efficient than other types of windows.