Picture windows, whether they are double-hung, casement or many other types (insulated glass vs. regular), have a fixed 3x5 grid size that has been standard in building construction since the late 1800s. While it's possible to create custom frames using these sizes –the cost can be 2x4 or 2x6 for anything else but reflective materials like mirrored glass
The standard grid size is not only used for making frames and crating glass –it's also an important factor in determining the cost of a window. Window manufacturers must pay a set amount of money for each window unit (the frame) and then pay additional money for each pane of glass cut into it. And because you usually order by the square foot, it makes sense to discount the cost per square inch by multiplying it by your grid size.*
3-0x5-2 standard fixed glass picture window with gridsPicture windows are large fixed windows that create the effect of framing outdoor scenery like a picture frame. Because picture windows do not operate, they’re often paired with windows that do. Picture windows can be assembled with or without a sash. Windows without a sash, also called direct glaze windows, can provide larger unobstructed views.
Our team of experts will work with you to develop a bespoke plan that fits your needs. We take a holistic approach to the planning process, combining our technical expertise with our knowledge of customer requirements and project constraints.
Doorwin is the manufacturer of full custom fenestration systems, and we're here for you. We provide you with the freedom to design your windows, doors, and more with no additional charge for special shapes, hardware styles, and color choices. Your vision is our inspiration; our job is to make it a reality.
Our products are made to pass your local inspector's verification and are built under USA building codes so you can rest assured that they are safe and sturdy. Choose Doorwin to experience the best bespoke fenestration service available today!
We take care of the entire process for you, from beginning to end. We have our own expertise and will provide free-charge design development & contract documentation with CAD and BIM drawings. In addition to elevation details and installation design, we will double-check that the products match the drawings and project specifications through video or pictures. We'll help you specify the delivery schedule and logistics service whilst keeping costs to a minimum.
We're proud to be one of the top exporters of windows and doors to the United States. We pack each window individually and in four layers, and finally into wooden boxes with non-fumigation, and at the same time, there will be a lot of shockproof measures in the container to protect your items. We ensure that your products will arrive at the sites in good condition after long-distance transportation.
Doorwin has been exporting tens of millions of dollars of windows and doors to the U.S. every year, and we know that improper packaging can cause breakage of the product when it arrives on site. What the client concerns, we concern most.
We are tested by the following standards:
-NFRC (North American Fenestration Rating Council)
-AAMA (American Architectural Manufacturers Association)
-WNMA (Wood National Monument Association)
-CSA101 (Canadian Standards Association)
-I.S.2 (International Standard ISO/IEC 17025)
-A440-11 (Standard for Fire Testing of Door Assemblies for Charging Rooms)