Instructor: Andrew Rothacker
Skill Level: Beginner
Cost: $120

Get familiar with the components of traditional wood windows, including sash, glazing, joinery, and hardware, with emphasis on how these elements function together.  Students will learn how to spot glaze, replace cracked panes, and safely handle glass.

Learn how windows interact with the building envelope in both brick and wood-frame (stick-built) structures, understand moisture, airflow, and common points of failure. Students will gain hands-on experience operating and removing sashes while identifying typical maintenance issues and materials found in historic windows. Emphasis is placed on safe practices, material compatibility, and techniques that respect historic integrity while restoring functionality.

All materials are included in the tuition. No experience is necessary.

Appropriate for students aged 18+.

Tuition assistance available. If needed, please email Info@LancasterWorkshop.com.

• What you'll learn

  • Anatomy of a traditional wood window (double-hung focus)

  • Overview of other historic window types
  • Window function within brick and wood-frame building envelopes
  • Identifying common materials and components

  • Diagnosing common window performance issues

  • Spot glazing and repair techniques
  • Introduction to window glass types and handling
  • Understanding and adjusting weight and pulley systems

  • Weather stripping

  • Workshop and site safety

• About the teacher

  Andrew Rothacker, owner of Pineberry Remodeling, specializes in restoring and building traditional wood sash windows.

• Cancellation & Refund Policy

  We know life happens! If you need to cancel or reschedule your workshop, here’s how it works:

  • More than 7 days before class → Full refund (minus a 10% admin fee) or a 100% credit toward another workshop (good for 6 months).

  • 4–7 days before class → No refund, but you’ll receive a workshop credit (good for 6 months).

  • 3 days or less before class → Sorry, no refunds or credits.

  • No-shows → Not eligible for refund or credit.

  • If we cancel a workshop → You’ll get a full refund or a 100% workshop credit — your choice.

  *Special note: If you’re sick or have an emergency, please reach out at least 48 hours before class. We’ll do our best to offer a credit or transfer.

  To cancel or request a change, email us at TheSHAWorkshop@gmail.com or call 717-478-4199.