Wood & Clad Wood
Wood windows are used in homes where traditional details and
designs are preferred. To provide exteriors with greater durability,
manufacturers have applied aluminum cladding, vinyl cladding,
and fiberglass cladding. Interiors are often available with factory
applied priming, or bare for staining. Options available for wood
windows are numerous, and vary by manufacturer.
Wood Window Advantages
- Esthetics are more appealing than other types
- High insulation value
- excellent strength & durability
- Many glass & grid options
Disadvantages
- Higher cost than other frame types
Wood exteriors require frequent maintanence
Best applications:
- Projects where appearance is critical
- Projects where durability is important
- Projects where strength, wind load resistance are critical
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hung
(slides from
bottom only)
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Double
hung
(top and
bottom slide)
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Horizontal
sliding
(slides from
left or right)
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fixed
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Awning
(opens out
from top)
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casement
(opens like a
door)
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multiple assemblies of each type are available, depending on
your location.
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| Bay
and Bow windows are available for replacement, but often
require additional construction to ensure a durable installation
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Doors
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Sliding
glass door
(sliding from
right or left
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French
rail
sliding glass
door
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