5 Days
Tuition: $1,275.00
Ages: 16 & Up
Instructor: Nathanael Ulfers
Instructional Delivery Method(s): In person
Prerequisites: None
Program Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Program Description:
Step back in time and learn the art of window and door construction in this immersive 5-day course. This class will guide students through the transformation of Eastern White Pine boards into simple, historically accurate window sash and doors.
Students will learn appropriate historical restoration methods along with window sash repair and reuse. The class will also cover how to install a window sash, using both traditional 19th-century techniques and alternative approaches suited for modern construction.
By the end of the class, students will build a sash window for themselves. Then, everyone will together to build a door for the cabin that will be built in our Hand Tool Timber Framing class in September 2026.
The class will focus on hand tool techniques, showing students how to properly and safely shape window profiles and cut joinery by hand. However, machines will be available for students to use if they prefer.
All tools and wood are supplied, but students may bring their own hand tools if they wish.
By the end of this course, students will have built and installed historically accurate sash and doors, gained essential restoration skills, and deepened their understanding of traditional woodworking techniques used in 19th-century construction.
Learning Objectives:
Learn the fundamentals of sash construction and repair, preserving historic wooden windows.
Gain hands-on experience using molding planes to shape sash parts and casings.
Construct and install a simple board door and jamb, following traditional 19th-century methods.
Understand historical window and door installation, with insights into modern adaptations.
By the end of this course, students will have built and installed historically accurate sash and doors, gained essential restoration skills, and deepened their understanding of traditional woodworking techniques used in 19th-century construction.
Attendance Requirements: Students must attend all days
Location: Sam Beauford Woodshop, 1375 N. Main St, Building 41, Adrian, Michigan 49221
Class Size: Maximum 10 students
Refund, Cancellation, and Complaint Resolution Policies
If you have any questions about this class, please contact the Administrative Office at (517) 759-3070 or email admissions@sbwi.edu.
Proudly offered in partnership with the Michigan Historic Preservation Network in an effort to support the sustainability and economic viability of Michigan’s historic places. Learn more about historic preservation in Michigan by visiting the Michigan Historic Preservation Network.
AIA Advance Learner Preparation: None
AIA Approved Learning Units & Type: 40 LU
AIA CES Program Approval Expiration Date: 02/28/2028
Official AIA CES Provider Statement: Sam Beauford Woodworking Institute is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number 10009739. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.