For a full range of traditional and contemporary timber mouldings, browse the pine mouldings collection at Nottage Timber Merchants. We supply trade and retail customers direct from our yard in Bridgend, with next-day delivery available across South Wales.
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Sash window staff bead, also called stop bead, is the slim timber moulding fixed to the inner face of a sash window frame to retain and guide the lower sash. Available in 1.2m lengths, it is precision-machined to a traditional profile suited to repair, restoration and heritage window projects.
Specifications
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Timber |
| Nominal Length | 1.2m / 1200mm / 4ft |
| Profile | Staff bead / stop bead |
| Typical Use | Sash window frame retention and draught control |
What it's used for
- Retaining the lower sash in a traditional sliding sash window, keeping it running true within the frame
- Replacing damaged or missing staff bead during sash window repair and restoration work on period and listed properties
- Reducing draughts on single-glazed sash windows by closing the gap between sash and frame
- Providing a historically accurate finish on heritage restoration projects where original profiles must be matched
Fitting and handling
Allow the staff bead to acclimatise in the room where it will be fitted for at least 48 hours before fixing, particularly in older properties where humidity may vary. Fix with oval nails or lost-head pins, set just below the surface and filled, leaving the bead free to be removed if future sash maintenance is needed. Prime all faces, including the back, before fitting, and apply a suitable paint or finish to match the existing window joinery.
FAQ
What is the difference between staff bead and parting bead in a sash window?
Staff bead, or stop bead, sits on the innermost face of the window frame and holds the lower sash in place. Parting bead is the slim strip fitted into a groove in the pulley stile that separates the upper and lower sashes. Both are essential to a correctly functioning box sash window.
Can I use this staff bead on a listed building?
Yes. Staff bead machined to a traditional timber profile is appropriate for use on listed and heritage buildings. Where a specific historic profile must be matched exactly, contact Nottage Timber Merchants before ordering and we can advise on the closest available section or discuss custom machining.
Do I need to treat or prime the staff bead before fitting?
Timber staff bead should be primed on all faces, including the back and any cut ends, before it is fixed. This helps prevent moisture ingress and extends the life of the moulding, which is important in the exposed conditions typical of older window frames.
For a full range of traditional and contemporary timber mouldings, browse the pine mouldings collection at Nottage Timber Merchants. We supply trade and retail customers direct from our yard in Bridgend, with next-day delivery available across South Wales.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
Sash window staff bead, also called stop bead, is the slim timber moulding fixed to the inner face of a sash window frame to retain and guide the lower sash. Available in 1.2m lengths, it is precision-machined to a traditional profile suited to repair, restoration and heritage window projects.
Specifications
| Property | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Timber |
| Nominal Length | 1.2m / 1200mm / 4ft |
| Profile | Staff bead / stop bead |
| Typical Use | Sash window frame retention and draught control |
What it's used for
- Retaining the lower sash in a traditional sliding sash window, keeping it running true within the frame
- Replacing damaged or missing staff bead during sash window repair and restoration work on period and listed properties
- Reducing draughts on single-glazed sash windows by closing the gap between sash and frame
- Providing a historically accurate finish on heritage restoration projects where original profiles must be matched
Fitting and handling
Allow the staff bead to acclimatise in the room where it will be fitted for at least 48 hours before fixing, particularly in older properties where humidity may vary. Fix with oval nails or lost-head pins, set just below the surface and filled, leaving the bead free to be removed if future sash maintenance is needed. Prime all faces, including the back, before fitting, and apply a suitable paint or finish to match the existing window joinery.
FAQ
What is the difference between staff bead and parting bead in a sash window?
Staff bead, or stop bead, sits on the innermost face of the window frame and holds the lower sash in place. Parting bead is the slim strip fitted into a groove in the pulley stile that separates the upper and lower sashes. Both are essential to a correctly functioning box sash window.
Can I use this staff bead on a listed building?
Yes. Staff bead machined to a traditional timber profile is appropriate for use on listed and heritage buildings. Where a specific historic profile must be matched exactly, contact Nottage Timber Merchants before ordering and we can advise on the closest available section or discuss custom machining.
Do I need to treat or prime the staff bead before fitting?
Timber staff bead should be primed on all faces, including the back and any cut ends, before it is fixed. This helps prevent moisture ingress and extends the life of the moulding, which is important in the exposed conditions typical of older window frames.
For a full range of traditional and contemporary timber mouldings, browse the pine mouldings collection at Nottage Timber Merchants. We supply trade and retail customers direct from our yard in Bridgend, with next-day delivery available across South Wales.
