Sash window chain attachments

[Windows]

I’m rehabbing an Edwardian sash window that runs on chains that are currently attached to the sides of the casement with a couple of U staples. I’d like to replace the attachments so that the chains can be detached/reattached without tools. Any suggestions?

 

[Malc2098]

Would mini D shackles work?

 

[Tiresias]

Well, I can’t claim any specific knowledge about chains, but on corded sash windows I use one or other of these.



Perhaps they could be adapted to work with chains, or, at least, the same idea employed.

As an aside I have done all of my windows in the Borders with the crocodile grips ones, including the upper sashes. Now I have made the parting beads free it now takes me about 5 minutes to remove any sash for painting. Which is useful as I am on a very exposed hillside, and the windows need repainting on about a 3 year cycle. Ho hum.

Oh, and I get the fittings from Edina Lock and Key in the ‘burgh. Online as Inbrass I think.

 

[Windows]

I’m not sure whether D shackles would work. I’ll look into it. Thanks for the suggestion.

I’ll probably try something like the round cord tie cup shown too.

 

[Malc2098]

I’m not sure whether D shackles would work. I’ll look into it. Thanks for the suggestion.

I’ll probably try something like the round cord tie cup shown too.

https://www.gsproducts.co.uk/stainless-steel-d-shackles-dee/

 

[Cabinetman]

Could you put a screw or two through the holes in the chain?
Ian

 

[Windows]

The holes are only a few millimetres. I’ll see what I can poke through there.

 

[AndyT]

I'd just use a nail or two, or the staples that were there. It's not something that needs attention very often, is it?

 

[Windows]

I’d like to be able to have easy access to the outside of the window for cleaning and maintenance like you get with the simplex system.