Thank you all for your various thoughts, much appreciated. I am sorry not to get back sooner, we have had difficult wifi problems, I put it down to some firmware issues.
There was no real possibility of replacing with UPVC windows, although I have to say I was very surprised at the appearance of "heritage" style upvc windows. I did weigh up R9 (Residence 9) against Evolution upvc brands. R9 windows are made with the glass bonded against the frame, interesting if the glass needs replacing. One company listed as a supplier who I approached said they were no longer fitting them due to quality issues. If anybody is thinking of this brand then take a look at Trustpilot. In a different style house I would certainly consider them but probably the Evolution brand. Secondary glazing is a non-starter as the frames and cills are rotting.
Whilst it is a property that dates back a very long way it has been very significantly changed over the years. A local historian investigated the house and showed where the original fireplace was and the chimney passed through the roof. A beam in what is now the bathroom shows evidence of charring. It seems the style of the house is very typical and one of similar design is erected in the Weald and Downland Museum. The chimney is no longer there but can be seen on old photographs.
I think we are likely to go with accoya, a form of acetylised pine treated to remove the moisture. I have a little more research to do and am awaiting one more quote and then its decision time. Its an expensive process and being a bit nerdy I am spending some time to make sure I get this right.
Thanks again, Lemma
Last edited by: Lemma on Sun 7 Jun 20 at 09:43
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