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    Windows

    Windows can be complex. Discover the fundamentals you need to know when shopping for new windows, starting with the basics. Select a window type, material, product line or visualize our windows on your home to learn more.

    Window Type

    Casement

    Casement windows are hinged at the side and swing outward.

    Casement windows, commonly known as crank windows, easily open and close with a crank that folds away when not in use. The easy-to-use crank handle or patent-pending Easy-Slide Operator makes casement windows a great option for tough-to-reach spaces, like over the kitchen sink. Find inspiration for your home when you look through our wood, fiberglass and vinyl casement window selection.

    Why Casement?

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      Innovative Hardware Styles
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        Best for Hard-to-Reach Places
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          Used in Any Style Home

          Double-Hung

          Double-hung windows have two sashes capable of sliding up and down.

          Double-hung windows are raised and lowered without protruding into the interior or exterior of the home. Requiring no additional space to operate, the bottom sash slides up and the top sash slides down to add air flow to the room. Both sashes can also tilt inward for easy cleaning from inside the room. Explore the wood, fiberglass and vinyl collections.

          Why Double-Hung?

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            Easy to Clean
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              Popular in Entertaining Spaces
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                Efficient Ventilation

                Single-Hung

                Single-hung windows slide up from the bottom, while the top sash stays stationary.

                Single-hung windows have a fixed sash on top with a bottom sash that slides up and down to open and close the window. The bottom sash overlaps the top stationary sash, requiring no extra space to ventilate. Discover single-hung windows in wood, fiberglass and vinyl.

                Why Single-Hung?

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                  Enhanced Energy Efficiency
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                    Commonly Used in Bedrooms
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                      Timeless Style

                      Awning

                      Awning windows are hinged at the top and swing out from the bottom.

                      With the simple turn of a handle or patent-pending Easy-Slide Operator hardware, awning windows add ventilation and light. These windows are commonly found in bathrooms and living rooms. Because of the top-hinged design, awning windows can still be opened in the rain. Available in our three material options – wood, fiberglass or vinyl.

                      Why Awning?

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                        Easy-to-Use Hardware
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                          Enhanced Ventilation
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                            Versatile Styling

                            Bay & Bow

                            Bay and bow windows combine fixed and operable windows to create a curve that extends out from a home’s exterior.

                            Bay and bow windows maximize interior space as they protrude beyond the walls and welcome in additional natural light. Bay windows consist of three windows combined to form a more angled design, while bow windows typically feature four or more windows joined to form a smooth curve. Add a charming window seat to your room with wood, fiberglass or vinyl window selections.

                            Why Bay & Bow?

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                              More Interior Space
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                                Additional Natural Light
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                                  Traditional Style

                                  Sliding

                                  Sliding windows open horizontally, gliding on a track from one side to the other.

                                  Sliding windows provide easy and controlled access to fresh air. Requiring no additional space to operate, sliding windows are popular alongside walkways, patios, porches or anywhere you wouldn’t want a window swinging outwards. Discover easy-to-operate sliding windows, available in fiberglass and vinyl.

                                  Why Sliding?

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                                    Excellent Energy Efficiency
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                                      Best for Tight Spaces
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                                        Contemporary and Modern Style

                                        Picture

                                        Picture windows have fixed frames and do not operate.

                                        Picture windows maximize light in your home as stationary windows that do not open. They pair beautifully with operable windows and are common in tall spaces where the glass is out of reach. Enjoy exceptional energy efficiency with picture windows in wood, fiberglass or vinyl.

                                        Why Picture Windows?

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                                          Enhanced Security
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                                            Popular in Floor-to-Ceiling
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                                              More Natural Light

                                              Custom

                                              Custom windows are made-to-order when you dream up something not found in our standard offering.

                                              Whether you want larger sizes, special shapes, intricate grille designs or beveled glass, the possibilities are virtually endless with custom windows. Operable custom wood windows are available in a wide variety of unique and custom shapes, along with fixed wood, fiberglass and vinyl windows. Dream up a look you love and discover how Pella can build your vision.

                                              Why Custom?

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                                                Virtually Endless Customizations
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                                                  Special Shapes
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                                                    High Performance

                                                    Specialty

                                                    Specialty wood windows offer unique operation, common in fine homes around the world.

                                                    If you’re looking for push out French casement windows, in-swing windows, tilt-turn windows and more, consider Pella’s unique specialty windows. Available exclusively through your local Pella showroom, Pella Reserve wood specialty windows fit with unique design requirements of custom homes.

                                                    Why Specialty?

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                                                      High-Quality Craftsmanship
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                                                        Globally Inspired Designs
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                                                          Custom Homes

                                                          Materials

                                                          Wood

                                                          Wood windows bring warmth and design flexibility, while delivering excellent energy efficiency

                                                          Our windows are available in wood and aluminum-clad wood and are backed by the best limited lifetime warranty in the industry.19 Combining natural beauty with energy efficiency and strength, wood windows are available in traditional, modern or historic styles. Find the look you love with our most customizable, durable wood windows.

                                                          Why Wood?

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                                                            Our Most Customizable Designs
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                                                              Exceptionally Durable
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                                                                The Best Limited Lifetime Warranty for Wood Windows19

                                                                Fiberglass

                                                                Pella’s proprietary fiberglass is the strongest material for windows, engineered for lasting durability9

                                                                Pella’s exclusive fiberglass windows resist dents, bends and breaks. Tested to extremes and designed for every day, these low-maintenance windows will never rot or corrode. The heavy-duty powder-coat finish resists chipping, chalking and fading – so you never need to paint or refinish your Pella fiberglass windows.

                                                                Why Fiberglass?

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                                                                  Strongest Window Material9
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                                                                    Tested and Designed for Extreme Environments
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                                                                      Low-Maintenance, Durable Finish

                                                                      Vinyl

                                                                      Low-maintenance vinyl windows are high quality, energy efficient and budget friendly

                                                                      Pella vinyl windows are easy to care for and never need painting or refinishing. Multi-chambered frames with fully welded sashes improve your window’s strength, energy efficiency and durability. Discover quality craftsmanship backed by Pella.

                                                                      Why Vinyl?

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                                                                        Low Maintenance
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                                                                          Exceptionally Energy Efficient
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                                                                            Competitively Priced

                                                                            Product Lines

                                                                            Pella® Reserve™

                                                                            Virtually unlimited customizations and architect-inspired hardware

                                                                            Revel in the authenticity of meticulously designed windows created for those who refuse to settle for anything less than extraordinary. Available in both contemporary and traditional styles, Pella Reserve windows help bring your vision to life with uncompromised attention to detail and intentional innovations.

                                                                            Pella® Lifestyle Series

                                                                            Windows designed to fit your life, room by room.

                                                                            Pella® Lifestyle Series wood windows offer the beauty and durability of wood with the flexibility and innovation required for everyday life. Providing exceptional energy efficiency and noise reduction, Pella Lifestyle Series windows were designed with you in mind.

                                                                            Pella® Impervia®

                                                                            Engineered for lasting durability

                                                                            Pella Impervia windows are engineered to last. Our proprietary fiberglass material provides unmatched strength and lasting durability with sleek, timeless style. Tested in extremes and designed for every day, these windows and patio doors deliver proven performance.

                                                                            Pella® 250 Series

                                                                            More of everything you love about vinyl

                                                                            Enhance your safety and security with Pella® 250 Series vinyl windows. Our Pella 250 Series windows feature interior sash corner welds for enhanced durability and Pella’s most popular features and design options.

                                                                            Encompass by Pella®

                                                                            Low-maintenance windows backed by the brand you know and trust

                                                                            Encompass by Pella® low-maintenance vinyl windows are an energy-efficient solution to fit most any budget. Encompass by Pella windows feature high-quality vinyl and Pella-backed quality craftsmanship for long-lasting performance.

                                                                            Pella® Hurricane Shield Series™

                                                                            Unwavering hurricane protection

                                                                            Pella Hurricane Shield Series products are engineered to withstand hurricanes and the most stringent coastal requirements – all while providing exceptional everyday performance. From noise control and blocking UV rays to security against intruders, they provide unwavering protection for your home and everything inside.

                                                                            Pella® Defender Series™

                                                                            Designed to weather the storm

                                                                            Pella Defender Series windows are always ready to handle storm. Engineered to help protect you and your home, our impact-resistant windows withstand hurricanes and increasingly stringent coastal requirements. You can count on these high-performance windows every day to deliver improved noise reduction, excellent energy efficiency and security against intruders. And with nearly 100 years in the business, you can trust Pella has you covered.

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                                                                            Limited lifetime warranty

                                                                            Pella products are backed by some of the strongest warranties in the business.

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