Weather Shield
Windows & Skylights
Aluminum-Clad Wood Windows
Weather Shield's aluminum-clad wood windows offer the extreme strength and durability of aluminum frame windows and the warm comforting aesthetics of real wood.
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Product Summary
Weather Shield's Contemporary Collection, Premium Series, and Signature Series product lines offer aluminum-clad wood windows and patio doors. Our all aluminum-clad windows offer the greatest design flexibility with nearly endless design options.
Even with the introduction of many new window choices in the last 50 years, wood windows remain highly sought after by homeowners and home buyers. At Weather Shield, we realize that there are many consumers on the market that desire the look and warmth of real wood windows, but want the low-maintenance and durability associated with aluminum windows—so we created windows that offer both!
Construction and materials
Weather Shield® offers a diverse range of windows, including Awning Window, Casement, Double Hung, and Sliding Horizontal styles, designed to meet various architectural needs and aesthetic preferences. These windows are engineered with a focus on durability, energy efficiency, and performance.
Construction
The construction of Weather Shield® windows prioritizes robust design and longevity. Key structural elements typically include:
- Frame and Sash: Crafted from high-quality materials chosen for their strength and resistance to environmental factors.
- Hardware: Precisely engineered operating mechanisms such as multi-point locking systems for secure closure and weather-tight seals, and durable crank handles or sliding mechanisms for ease of use.
- Glazing Systems: Designed to accommodate various glass configurations, including double and triple-pane options, with advanced insulating properties.
- Weatherstripping: High-performance seals are integrated to prevent air and water infiltration, ensuring a comfortable interior environment.
Materials
Weather Shield® windows utilize a selection of premium materials to ensure optimal performance and longevity:
- Frame and Sash Materials:
- Vinyl: Offers excellent thermal performance, durability, and low maintenance.
- Aluminum: Provides strength, longevity, and a sleek aesthetic, often used in clad-wood constructions.
- Wood: Chosen for its natural beauty and excellent insulating qualities, often combined with protective exterior cladding for enhanced durability.
- Glass:
- Insulated Glass Units (IGUs): Typically feature double or triple-pane construction for superior thermal performance.
- Low-E Coatings: Applied to the glass surfaces to reflect solar heat, reducing heat gain in the summer and heat loss in the winter, thus improving energy efficiency.
- Inert Gas Fills: Argon or Krypton gas may be used between glass panes to further enhance insulation.
- Hardware: Constructed from corrosion-resistant metals such as stainless steel or coated alloys for sustained functionality and aesthetic appeal.
- Screens: Available in various mesh materials, including fiberglass and aluminum, for effective insect protection while allowing for airflow.
Features and Benefits
Discover Weather Shield® windows, a premier collection designed to enhance the beauty, comfort, and energy efficiency of your home. Crafted by Weather Shield, a leader in the window and door industry, these windows offer a blend of sophisticated design and robust performance.
The Weather Shield® product line encompasses a variety of styles to suit any architectural aesthetic:
- Awning Windows: These windows hinge at the top and open outward, allowing for ventilation even during light rain. They are ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements, providing both airflow and protection.
- Casement Windows: With a crank mechanism, casement windows swing outward from the side, offering unobstructed views and superior ventilation. Their tight seal when closed provides excellent energy efficiency.
- Double Hung Windows: A classic choice, double hung windows feature two sashes that slide vertically past each other. They offer versatile ventilation options and are easy to clean.
- Sliding Horizontal Windows: Also known as sliders, these windows move horizontally along a track. They are an excellent option for spaces where outward or inward swing is not feasible, offering ease of operation and clean sightlines.
Core Advantages of Weather Shield® Windows:
- Exceptional Durability and Quality: Weather Shield® windows are built to last, utilizing high-quality materials and meticulous craftsmanship to withstand the elements and maintain their appearance for years to come.
- Enhanced Energy Efficiency: Designed with energy conservation in mind, Weather Shield® windows help reduce your heating and cooling costs. Their advanced construction minimizes air leakage and provides superior insulation.
- Superior Performance and Functionality: Each window style is engineered for optimal performance, offering smooth operation, reliable security, and effective weather resistance.
- Aesthetic Versatility: With a range of styles, materials, and finishes available, Weather Shield® windows can complement any home's design, from traditional to modern.
- Commitment to Innovation: Weather Shield® is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of window technology, ensuring their products offer leading-edge features and benefits.
Whether you are building new or renovating, Weather Shield® windows provide a trusted solution for creating a more comfortable, beautiful, and energy-efficient living environment. Their dedication to quality ensures a product that not only looks good but performs exceptionally well over time.
Frame Options
Weather Shield offers a variety of frame options designed to enhance the durability, aesthetics, and performance of their windows and skylights. These options are carefully curated to meet diverse architectural styles and homeowner preferences, ensuring both functionality and visual appeal.
For their windows, which include Awning, Casement, Double Hung, and Sliding Horizontal types, Weather Shield provides robust framing solutions. These frames are engineered to withstand the elements, offer excellent insulation, and contribute to the overall structural integrity of the window unit. The materials used are selected for their longevity and low maintenance requirements, making them a practical choice for any home.
The primary framing material available for Weather Shield windows is Vinyl. This material is known for its exceptional durability, resistance to corrosion, and superior insulating properties. Vinyl frames are an excellent choice for homeowners seeking energy efficiency and a long-lasting product that requires minimal upkeep. They are resistant to warping, cracking, and fading, ensuring the window maintains its appearance and functionality over time.
In addition to Vinyl, Weather Shield also offers custom color options for their frames. This allows for greater design flexibility, enabling homeowners to match their window frames precisely to their home's exterior color scheme or to create a specific aesthetic. The custom colors are applied with durable finishes designed to resist fading and peeling, maintaining the visual appeal of the windows for years to come.
The frame options are designed to complement the high-performance glass packages that Weather Shield offers, further contributing to energy efficiency and comfort within the home. The meticulous construction of the frames ensures a tight seal, preventing air and water infiltration, and enhancing the overall thermal performance of the window.
Glass Options
Weather Shield offers a range of glass options designed to enhance the performance and aesthetic of their Awning Window, Casement, Double Hung, and Sliding Horizontal window styles.
Standard Glass Options
- Clear Glass: The foundational option, providing unobstructed views and natural light.
High-Performance Glass Packages
Weather Shield provides advanced glass packages that address key concerns such as energy efficiency, comfort, and protection.-
EnergyShield® I (LoE2-270):
- Features a hard-coat, low-emissivity surface.
- Reflects heat in the summer, keeping interiors cooler.
- Traps heat in the winter, contributing to a warmer interior.
- Reduces UV rays, protecting furniture and flooring from fading.
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EnergyShield® II (LoE3-366):
- Utilizes a triple-coat, low-emissivity surface.
- Offers superior performance in blocking solar heat gain during summer months.
- Provides enhanced warmth during winter by retaining interior heat.
- Significantly reduces UV transmission, offering the highest level of fading protection for interior furnishings.
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EnergyShield® III (LoE2-178):
- Features a soft-coat, low-emissivity surface.
- Balances energy efficiency by reflecting heat in the summer and retaining it in the winter.
- Offers good protection against UV ray damage.
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EnergyShield® IV (LoE2-AR1):
- Combines a low-emissivity surface with an anti-reflective coating.
- Maximizes visible light transmission for brighter interiors.
- Reduces unwanted glare while still offering energy efficiency benefits.
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EnergyShield® V (LoE2-AR1 + tinted glass):
- Includes the benefits of EnergyShield® IV (LoE2-AR1) with the addition of tinted glass.
- Provides an extra layer of solar heat gain reduction.
- Offers enhanced privacy and aesthetic options.
Specialty Glass Options
In addition to high-performance packages, Weather Shield offers specialty glass for specific needs:-
Privacy Glass:
- Available in various frosted and textured patterns.
- Enhances privacy in bathrooms, bedrooms, and other areas requiring seclusion without sacrificing natural light.
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Tempered Glass:
- A safety glass that is heat-treated to be stronger than standard glass.
- When broken, it shatters into small, relatively harmless pieces, reducing the risk of injury.
- Often required by building codes in certain locations or for specific window applications.
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Laminated Glass:
- Consists of two or more panes of glass bonded together with a plastic interlayer.
- Offers enhanced security and sound dampening properties.
- In the event of breakage, the glass fragments adhere to the interlayer, maintaining a barrier.
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Obscure Glass:
- Similar to privacy glass, designed to obscure views while allowing light to pass through.
- Available in various patterns and textures to suit different design preferences.
Grids and Grilles
Weather Shield also provides options for decorative grids and grilles to enhance the visual appeal of the glass:-
Between-the-Glass Grids:
- Installed within the insulated glass unit.
- Offers easy cleaning as the grids are protected from the elements.
- Available in various patterns to simulate traditional divided lites.
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Simulated Divided Lites (SDLs):
- Applied to the interior and exterior surfaces of the glass.
- Designed to mimic the look of true divided lites with spacers between the glass panes.
- Provides a classic, authentic appearance.
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True Divided Lites (TDLs):
- Actual physical bars that divide the glass into smaller individual panes.
- Offers the most authentic historical look and is often used in architectural restoration projects.
Styles
Weather Shield® offers a diverse range of style options across their window and skylight categories, ensuring a perfect fit for any architectural aesthetic and functional need. Their commitment to both form and function is evident in the thoughtful design and customization available.
Windows & Skylights Style Options:- Awning Window: These windows hinge at the top and open outward, providing excellent ventilation and protection from rain. Their design makes them ideal for areas where outward opening is preferred, such as above sinks or in basements.
- Casement Window: Casement windows are hinged on the side and crank open, offering unobstructed views and superior ventilation. They are known for their energy efficiency due to their ability to seal tightly when closed.
- Double Hung Window: A classic choice, the double hung window features two operable sashes that slide vertically independently of each other. This allows for ventilation from both the top and bottom, providing flexible airflow and ease of cleaning.
- Sliding Horizontal Window: These windows feature sashes that slide horizontally past each other. They are a practical choice for wider openings and offer a contemporary look.
Each of these window types can be further customized to match specific design preferences and project requirements. While specific stylistic embellishments may vary by product line, Weather Shield® typically provides options that allow homeowners and builders to tailor the appearance of their windows, including choices in materials, finishes, and hardware, to complement the overall architectural style of the building.
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