Peeling or Cracked Finish
Likely cause: UV and heat through the glass.
What we do: Stripped, sanded and refinished.
Al Salam Tower, Office 15B, Al Barsha, DubaiEvery day, 8am to 10pm
Timber window frames take full sun through the glass and condensation from AC on the inside. Finishes crack, peel and grey, and bare timber starts to split. We sand, repair, stain or paint and seal timber frames and sills.
At a Glance
Protected Frames
Sun and condensation are hard on timber frames.
We repair, stain or paint and seal frames and sills.
Diagnose
Likely cause: UV and heat through the glass.
What we do: Stripped, sanded and refinished.
Likely cause: Finish worn through.
What we do: Sanded back and stained or oiled.
Likely cause: Condensation sitting on the timber.
What we do: Sanded, treated and sealed.
Likely cause: Timber drying out.
What we do: Filled and protected.
Care
Glass magnifies the effect of the sun, so finishes on south and west frames break down fastest. UV-resistant stains and varnishes last much longer.
Condensation from cold AC air collects on sills. Sealing all surfaces, including the underside, stops moisture soaking in.
For aluminium windows, see window repair. For frame repairs, see door and window frame repair, and for weatherproofing, weatherproof sealing.
Glass Protected
Glass is masked and cleaned after finishing.
Sunny Frames
West-facing frames need recoating more often.
Pricing Guide
Frames are priced per window.
| Job | Starting Price* | What Affects the Price |
|---|---|---|
| Window Frame | From AED 120* | Per window. |
| Large or Bay Window | Quoted per window | By size. |
| Sill Repair | From AED 80* | Per sill. |
| Shutters | Quoted per pair | Stained or painted. |
*Prices shown are starting guides only. They vary and can change depending on your requirements, the size of the job, the surface, the materials and access to your building. You agree the final price before any work begins.
Tools and Materials
Resists sun through glass. Lasting colour. Protection.
Clear protective coat. Flexible. Durable.
Repairs splits and dents. Smooth. Paintable.
Protects glass. Clean edges. Neat.
Based in Al Barsha since 2014, we work across every Dubai community with trade-specialist technicians and a workmanship guarantee on every job.
Finishes chosen for sun. Last longer. Value.
Undersides included. No moisture entry. Lasting.
Masked and cleaned. No mess. Clear views.
Splits filled first. Sound frames. Neat.
Paint covers the wood with an opaque colour and hides the grain. Stain soaks in and changes the colour while keeping the grain visible. Varnish or lacquer is a clear protective coat on top. Many jobs combine a stain with a varnish or oil.
Indoor wood is usually recoated every few years. Outdoor timber in Dubai sun needs re-oiling or restaining every 6 to 12 months, and handrails or floors in busy areas every 12 to 24 months.
Matte looks natural and hides marks, satin is a practical middle ground for furniture and doors, and gloss is the most wipeable but shows scratches. Most Dubai homes choose matte or satin.
Furniture staining starts from AED 300 per piece, doors from AED 250 and decks from AED 40 per square metre. Larger jobs are quoted after seeing the timber. Prices vary and can change depending on your exact requirements, the materials and access to the property, so the final price is confirmed after we see photos or visit.
Areas We Cover
We refinish timber window frames across Dubai.
Send photos and we will quote.