Restore windows—knowledge for sustainable craftsmanship
Old windows carry both history and quality—and with the right knowledge, they can usually be saved. During this course day at Nääs, you will receive a practical introduction to the craft of window restoration, where theory and practice go hand in hand.
Together with Mats Lindström, an experienced window craftsman, you will go through the entire process step by step: from removing the glass and restoring the sash to glazing and painting. You will try the steps yourself and learn what is important to consider—whether you want to do the work yourself or commission someone else to do it.
During the day, you will also discuss material choices, glass quality, paint, glazing putty, and common challenges such as condensation and sealing solutions.
Food & Accommodation:
During the weekend, welcome refreshments, coffee/tea and a light lunch in the form of a soup buffet served in Kaffestugan are included.
However, overnight accommodation and an evening meal are not included in the course arrangement. If you wish, you can book accommodation at Nääs.
Do take the opportunity to discover more during your visit – join a castle tour, visit Slottsboden or explore the building conservation centre Slöjd & Byggnadsvård, all just a stone’s throw from the course venue.
Date: 18 October 2026
Time: Sunday, 10 AM–5 PM
Course leader: Mats Lindström, Husögat and the window craftsmanship programme at Dacapo in Mariestad
Fee: SEK 1,950
Location:The Long Hall in the Craft Seminar building, Nääs
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Restore windows 18/10 2026 – Crafts & Building Conservation
The course is organized in collaboration with:
Slöjd och Byggnadsvård and Studieförbundet Vuxenskolan in Lerum
Nääs today is a national heritage building and a nature reserve, but also a large estate with a fantastic history.
