Business Details
31 Years
experience
Expert Stained Glass & Window Restoration Services
Established in 1995, Sherriff Stained Glass Specialists is a family-run business rooted in traditional craftsmanship. We specialise in creating, restoring, and conserving stained and leaded glass windows, combining time-honoured techniques with modern glazing solutions. Our team, led by Nathan Sherriff, has over 25 years of hands-on experience, having trained under founder Steve Sherriff to master the intricacies of this historic art form. We are proud members of the Guild of Master Craftsmen and the Worshipful Company of Glaziers & Painters of Glass, reflecting our commitment to excellence. Our services cater to listed buildings, heritage properties, and private residences across London, Surrey, and Dorset.We prioritise preserving original glasswork while enhancing energy efficiency through conservation-grade double glazing and triple glazing solutions. Our portfolio includes high-profile projects such as the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and Jamie Olivers restaurant stained glass commissions. Every project, whether a single panel or large-scale restoration, is executed with meticulous attention to detail and respect for historical integrity. We operate from two purpose-built workshops, ensuring capacity for projects of all scales. Our dedication to quality, transparency, and client collaboration has solidified our reputation as trusted specialists in stained and leaded glass.
Services
Stained Glass Windows
Leaded Window Restoration
Window Frame Conservation
Triple Glazing
Window Guards
Conservation Double Glazing
Stained Glass Repair
Bespoke Designs
Heritage Window Restoration
Energy Efficient Glazing
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in stained glass craftsmanship.
- Our team consists of certified experts trained in-house to the highest standards.
- We are members of the Guild of Master Craftsmen and Worshipful Company of Glaziers.
- We specialise in conservation-grade glazing approved for listed buildings.
- Our family heritage ensures multigenerational expertise in traditional techniques.
Associations and certifications
- Guild of Master Craftsmen
- Worshipful Company of Glaziers & Painters of Glass
Services
Stained Glass Windows
We design and install bespoke stained glass windows using traditional hand-crafted techniques. Our windows combine artistic beauty with durability, tailored to complement historic and modern properties. Each piece is created to client specifications, ensuring unique, heirloom-quality results.
Leaded Window Restoration
Our restoration service revitalises aged leaded light windows, repairing damaged cames and glass while preserving original character. We employ traditional methods to maintain structural integrity and aesthetic authenticity for listed buildings and period homes.
Conservation Double Glazing
Specially designed for protected properties, our conservation-grade units mimic traditional leaded lights while achieving 2.0u thermal efficiency. Installed without altering original frames, they meet planning requirements for conservation areas and listed buildings.
Triple Glazing
Triple glazing encapsulates stained or leaded glass within a double-glazed unit, adding a third pane for superior insulation. This method retains historical aesthetics while achieving 0.7u U-values, ideal for improving energy efficiency in heritage windows.
Window Frame Restoration
We restore original wooden, metal, or stone window frames to complement stained and leaded glass installations. Our techniques preserve historical accuracy while reinforcing structural stability, ensuring compatibility with conservation-grade glazing solutions.
People
Nathan Sherriff
Managing Director
Nathan Sherriff, Managing Director, has over 15 years of hands-on experience in stained glass craftsmanship, trained directly by his father Steve. He leads our team with a commitment to preserving traditional techniques while innovating for modern needs.
Steve Sherriff
Founder
Steve Sherriff founded the business 30 years ago, establishing its reputation for excellence in stained glass. As a Freeman of the Worshipful Company of Glaziers, his expertise in traditional methods continues to influence our work.
Questions
What services do Sherriff Stained Glass Specialists offer?
We create, restore, and conserve stained and leaded glass windows, including triple glazing, conservation double glazing, and bespoke designs for listed buildings and private homes.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in stained and leaded glass restoration for Grade I and II listed buildings, with approvals from Historic England and conservation officers.
Can you repair damaged stained glass windows?
Yes, we repair cracked glass, broken lead joints, and weathered panels, using traditional techniques to preserve historical integrity.
Are your glazing solutions energy efficient?
Yes, our conservation double glazing and triple glazing units achieve U-values as low as 0.7u, improving thermal efficiency while maintaining traditional aesthetics.
Reviews (2)
Nikki Wilson
Oct 10, 2023
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The sheriff's team expertly restored the 1920s glass windows in our hallway, incorporating secondary glazing, and the results are stunning! Initially contemplating replacing them with modern windows/doors, we're immensely relieved we didn't. The entire team conducted themselves with professionalism, politeness, and charmhighly recommended without reservation.
John Drayton
Oct 04, 2023
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For more than two years I had been searching for a company that would do in situ repairs to the stain glass in my front door. Many were initially interested but did not follow through.Earlier this year I saw Sherriff's van in Kingston and photographed their contact details. I sent them pictures of the panels that needed repair and they promptly provided me with an estimate. I accepted the estimate and a few weeks later Nathan and Steve arrived and did a first class job on the door.
One panel they advised that the repair would be better effected on a bench rather than in situ as there were 3 broken pieces that needed replacing in close proximity to each other. They took the panel out and filled the gap with temporary glazing. A week later they returned and re-fitted the panel and also replaced another small cracked pane in a colour that originally they did not have with them. The whole job was completed with no fuss or mess and I am very satisfied with the result. I would have no hesitation with recommending them.
One panel they advised that the repair would be better effected on a bench rather than in situ as there were 3 broken pieces that needed replacing in close proximity to each other. They took the panel out and filled the gap with temporary glazing. A week later they returned and re-fitted the panel and also replaced another small cracked pane in a colour that originally they did not have with them. The whole job was completed with no fuss or mess and I am very satisfied with the result. I would have no hesitation with recommending them.
