For many years, wood has been a readily available window frame material, and the most common choice for homes. It could be painted a solid color or stained and sealed to show off the beautiful wood grain. Wood is also strong and easy to work with, is a natural insulator and complements many forms of architecture.
- Warmth of solid wood grains
- Paintable
- Excellent insulating properties
- Wood has the smallest coefficient of expansion than any other of the materials used in window production. This makes wooden windows stable and immobile and in turn allow you to select from a wide variety of designs.
- Research has shown again and again that quality wood windows last much longer and have a lower whole life cost. With the proper care, wood will last a lifetime.
FEATURED MANUFACTURERS
Milgard Essence Series® takes wood replacement windows and patio doors one step further by combining a solid wood frame interior and combining it with a long-lasting fiberglass exterior. Essence Series windows uses a mulling system that securely connects multiple units, creating a tight seal and protecting against air and water infiltration.These are also available for new construction homes.
Wood composite windows from Ply Gem combine the style and dimension of a genuine wood window with the thermal performance and low maintenance of today’s advanced composite materials. Premium wood interiors and cellular PVC exteriors can be stained or painted to enhance your home’s character inside and out.
Paramount represents the crème de la crème of wood windows and doors. Like fine wood furniture and cabinetry, every window and door is planed, joined and finished to match the most discriminating master craftsman’s requirements. Delivered ready to stain or paint, depending on the customer request, Paramount windows and doors are available in five wood species.
