Windows
Crafted Casement Windows
- Side or top-hung options
- Standard or flush casement
- Any RAL colour finish
Overview
The Most Versatile Timber Window
The crafted casement is the all-rounder of our range, made to measure and easily exceeding the latest British and European standards for weather resistance, thermal efficiency and security. Available as a flush or lipped casement, internally or externally beaded, and hung to suit the room, it looks equally at home on a contemporary new build or a period Sussex cottage.
Flush casement
The sash sits flush within the frame for a clean, understated line that suits modern homes and pared-back interiors. Hand-crafted from sustainably sourced timber, it can be finished with decorative internal mouldings, internal or external beading, and a choice of glazing bars and traditional hardware.
Lipped casement
The lipped sash oversails the frame in the traditional way, giving a stronger, more sculptural profile with excellent weather resistance. It is a natural fit for period and heritage properties, and delivers outstanding levels of energy efficiency, acoustic performance and security.
Opening functions
Ways to Open Your Casements
Every casement is made to measure, so you can choose the opening method that suits each room. The renderings below show the opening action only.
Fixed lights do not open. They work as sidelights or top-lights alongside opening sashes and doors, bringing in extra daylight or completing a particular architectural look. Available in double or triple glazing.
The sash reverses on concealed hinges so you can clean the outside of the glass safely from inside the room, invaluable above ground-floor level. The hinges open to a maximum of 170 degrees (flush casement only). Available in double or triple glazing.
The sash opens up to 90 degrees on concealed friction hinges, giving controllable ventilation, a clean external appearance with no visible stays, and easy cleaning from inside. Available in double or triple glazing.
Top-hung on concealed friction hinges: the top of the frame slides down and the bottom of the sash pushes out, giving highly effective, weather-resistant ventilation. A practical choice for kitchens and bathrooms, available in double or triple glazing.
Why choose it
Built to Perform, Made to Last
Made to measure
Every window is built to your exact opening, no standard sizes, no compromise on proportion.
Thermally efficient
High-performance sealed units and insulating timber frames keep the warmth in and the draughts out.
Secure
Secure, modern locking and toughened glass options give you peace of mind as standard.
Sustainable timber
Made from responsibly and sustainably sourced timber, a renewable material that can be repaired rather than replaced.
Weatherproof
Factory-applied finishes and quality seals stand up to the worst of the Sussex coast and Weald.
Low maintenance
A durable finish means an occasional clean and an infrequent recoat, nothing more.
Design options
Profiles
Our crafted casements come as flush or lipped, and can be internally or externally beaded, so you can match the look to your property, inside and out.
Flush, externally beaded
The sash sits flush within the frame with the glazing bead on the outside, for a clean, understated line.
Flush, internally beaded
A flush sash with the bead moved inside, giving a smooth external face and added security.
Lipped, externally beaded
The sash oversails the frame for a traditional, sculptural profile, with external beading.
Lipped, internally beaded
The classic lipped look with internal beading for a neat inside finish and enhanced security.
Ironmongery
Handle Options
Three handle designs come as standard, each available in a range of finishes to suit your home.
Cranked
A clean, contemporary lever that sits close to the frame, the most popular choice for modern casements.
Tear drop
A softly tapered, traditional handle that flatters period and cottage-style windows.
Monkey tail
A curled, wrought-iron-look handle for a heritage feel on traditional and country homes.
Glazing
Glass Options
Our Crafted Range brings comfort and performance together. Pick the glazing that fits each room, whether the priority is security, safety, a quieter interior, privacy or keeping heat in check.
Secure
A tougher glazing build that makes forced entry far harder, for extra peace of mind.
Safety
Built to lower the chance of injury; should it ever break, toughened glass crumbles into small, blunt granules rather than sharp shards.
Sound
Acoustic glazing that dampens outside noise, so rooms stay calmer and quieter.
Obscure
Lets daylight through while screening the view, well suited to bathrooms and other private spaces.
Solar
A coating that holds back excess sun and heat, helping rooms stay comfortable through summer.
Privacy
Obscure Glazing
Patterned and textured glass keeps the light while restricting the view, ideal for private rooms.
Privacy where you need it
Perfect for bathrooms, en-suites, ground-floor rooms and glazed front doors.
Classic textures
Subtle, traditional patterns that suit period and cottage homes.
Contemporary designs
Bolder, modern textures for a clean, current look.
Like the look of these?
Tell us about your property and we will put together a free, no-obligation quote, usually within one working day.
Detailing
Glazing Bars
Double-glazed with a warm-edge spacer and a bonded bar on each face, so the detail reads true inside and out. Available as flush or lipped, in three widths, click any bar to see it inside and out.
Flush
22 mm bars
The slimmest profile, subtle definition in a stable, rot-free timber composite.
40 mm bars
A classic mid-width bar, the most popular choice for period homes.
56 mm bars
A bolder, traditional profile for a strong Georgian appearance.
Lipped
22 mm bars
The slimmest profile, subtle definition with a traditional lipped edge.
40 mm bars
A classic mid-width bar, the most popular choice for period homes.
56 mm bars
A bolder, traditional profile for a strong Georgian appearance.
Ventilation
Vent Options
Discreet TV90 Air ventilation, fitted into the frame where Building Regulations require it.
TV90 Air vent
A neat, unobtrusive vent that provides controllable background airflow.
Meets Building Regs
Helps manage condensation and satisfy ventilation requirements.
Three finishes
Available in white, brown or satin anodised to match your window.
Finishes
Colours & Finishes
Every window is factory-finished for a durable, even coat. These are our standard paint colours and wood stains, but you are not limited to these.
Traffic White (RAL 9016) 
Pure White (RAL 9010) 
Cream White (RAL 9001) 
Agate Grey (RAL 7038) 
Pebble Grey (RAL 7032) 
Pastel Turquoise (RAL 6034) 
Chartwell Green 
Chocolate Brown (RAL 8017) 
Anthracite Grey (RAL 7016) 
Jet Black (RAL 9005) 
Mahogany (stain) 
Cyprus Light Oak (stain) 
Teak (stain) Also available in virtually any RAL colour on request.
Questions & answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this window. Cannot see yours? Just ask.
What is the difference between a flush and a lipped casement?
On a flush casement the opening sash sits level within the frame for a clean, understated line. On a lipped casement the sash oversails the frame in the traditional way, giving a stronger, more sculptural profile. Both are made to measure and can be internally or externally beaded.
What opening options are there?
You can choose the opening method room by room: fixed (non-opening) lights, fully reversible sashes for easy cleaning, or side-guided and top-guided friction-hinge openings for controllable ventilation. Every option comes in double or triple glazing.
Can I clean the outside of the glass from inside?
Yes, with the fully reversible option. The sash reverses on concealed hinges, opening to a maximum of 170 degrees on a flush casement, so you can clean the outer face from inside the room, which is invaluable above ground-floor level.
What handles are available?
Three handle designs come as standard, cranked, tear drop and monkey tail, each available in a range of finishes to suit a period or a more contemporary interior.
Do casement windows suit both period and modern homes?
Yes. With flush or lipped profiles, optional glazing bars in three widths, and a wide colour choice, the crafted casement is at home on anything from a contemporary new build to a period Sussex cottage.
How do I get a quote?
Use the quote form on the contact page, call us on 0800 975 5790, or send us an email. Tell us a little about your property and what you are looking for, and we will reply with honest advice, usually within one working day.
What guarantee do you offer?
Our timber windows and doors come with a comprehensive manufacturer warranty, and every installation is backed by an insurance-backed guarantee and carried out to a high standard by the experienced team at Shaws of Brighton.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Request a free, no-obligation quote and we will recommend the right specification for your home, honest advice, usually within one working day. Prefer to talk it through? Call us on 0800 975 5790.