{"product_id":"fitch-pattern-sash-fastener","title":"Fitch Pattern Sash Fastener","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Fitch pattern sash fastener is the standard locking mechanism for traditional timber sash windows, securing meeting rails with a simple rotating action. Available in polished brass or polished chrome, this cast fastener suits both period restoration and new timber sash installations across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolished Brass \/ Polished Chrome\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRotating cam action\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTimber sash windows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it's used for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSecuring the meeting rails of traditional vertical sliding sash windows in period and heritage properties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplacing worn or broken fasteners on existing timber sash windows without altering the frame or sash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNew-build timber sash window joinery where a period-appropriate, rotating-cam fastener is specified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConservation and restoration projects where matching brass or chrome ironmongery is required to complement existing hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFitting and handling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fitch fastener mounts to the top rail of the inner sash and the meeting rail of the outer sash using the supplied or standard countersunk screws. The swivelling cam features a rising gradient lip, which draws the two meeting rails together more firmly the further the handle is rotated, so accurate alignment of the two halves before fixing is important for a positive engagement. Store the fastener in dry conditions prior to fitting, and avoid contact with solvent-based wood finishes that could dull the polished surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Fitch pattern sash fastener and how does it differ from other sash fasteners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Fitch pattern fastener uses a rotating cam with a rising gradient lip that locks the two meeting rails of a sash window together. Unlike a straight bullet or Brighton fastener, the cam draws the rails progressively tighter as it is turned, giving a firmer and more secure closure without the need for a separate locking bolt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this fastener fit my existing sash window?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Fitch pattern is a widely used standard design, so in most cases it will align with existing screw holes on traditional timber sash windows. It is worth checking the position of the existing body and keep plate before ordering, as meeting rail depths can vary between older and modern frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs polished brass or polished chrome better for a period timber sash window?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth finishes are appropriate for traditional sash windows. Polished brass is the more historically accurate choice for Victorian and Edwardian properties, while polished chrome suits later twentieth-century properties or where a cooler, more contemporary look is preferred alongside existing chrome furniture. Both variants are priced identically at £13.68.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is a Fitch pattern sash fastener and how does it differ from other sash fasteners?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"A Fitch pattern fastener uses a rotating cam with a rising gradient lip that locks the two meeting rails of a sash window together. 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