Products: Windows

You normally don't lump "historic" and "Low-E2" together, but Kolbe does just that with the Ogee Direct Set windows. The windows have 7/8-inch of insulated glass with an argon gas fill to give the historic-looking windows a green kick. Performance divided lites, multiple grilles and a slew of custom wood species are included in the bonanza of Kolbe's options. Click here [1] for more information.

The crew from Medford, Wis., pulled out all the stops on Weather Shield's push-out casement window. Its standard 4-9/16-inch jamb thickness and push-out hinges with friction/stay devices keep the windows securely in place. Simulated divided lite grille bars are available in putty-glazed or colonial profiles. Oil-rubbed bronze hardware comes standard. Click here [2] for more information.

Made for all types of construction jobs, Pella's Designer Series collection of stylish windows and patio doors feature optional between-the-glass shades, blinds or decorative panels. The windows and patio doors also offer energy-efficient double- and triple-paned glass options and many of the SKUs meet Energy Star requirements. Click here [3] for more information.

Claiming to be the first company in the nation to introduce magnet lock technology for residential vinyl windows, Jeld-Wen's new MAGLock mechanism now comes standard on the company's Premium Vinyl slider and single-hung windows. The one-touch lock is easy to use and has an unobtrusive low-profile design. Click here [4] for more information.

Carrying a rather historic namesake, MW's Jefferson Series is available in double-hung, casement/awning and picture windows and is complemented by a variety of accent windows and architectural shapes. The Jefferson series features a cellular-PVC sash and frame with a two-piece sill, brick molding and blind stops. Click here [5] for more information.

The novel new windows from Andersen include the 400 series, which features pre-formed rigid vinyl PVC cladding. Sill members are have a solid wood core and the company's Fibrex composite material exterior. Sill ends are protected and sealed with weather-resistant covers. A factory-applied rigid vinyl anchor flange is on the head, sill and side of the outer frame helps secure the window to the house. Click here [6] for more information.

The engineers certainly had foresight with Visions' 3000 single-hung windows. The windows combine the classic look of wood in premium vinyl. The sash glides within a 3-¼-inch jamb and the window has a traditional Brickmould profile with an integral J-channel. The 3000 windows sport fusion-welded corners, replacing unsightly squared-off appearances or overlapping frame and sash sections. Click here [7] for more information.

The new Designer Select Bevel Series from Pittsburgh Corning features 11 patterns in a glass block form. They feature the company's VUE glass with bevel-like designs or optional stipple pattern. All are available in 8-by-8-by-4-inch glass blocks. Click here [8] for more information.