Old Window Fixed Frame

Fixed Frame Windows

A fixed frame hardwood window, known commonly as a picture window, is a non-operable window that creates the appearance of a picture frame on the wall. They are commonly installed as a single window or used in combinations with more functional window types creating a spectacular window wall. These hardwood windows are always custom built to your precise specifications to help bring your vision to life. Create a unique appearance from the interior and exterior with large and flat glass surfaces.

Fixed Frame Windows Data Sheet

Glazing

All glazing is per project specifications. Duratherm can accommodate most configurations and make-ups from 1/8” single glazed to a maximum of 1 3/4” security glass.

Clear glass opening: Unit height minus 4 1/4”, unit width minus 3 1/2”.

Sizing

The minimums and maximums shown are intended as guidelines. For applications that exceed these ranges, please contact the factory for assistance.

Width
Minimum: 8” or per glazing restrictions
Maximum: per glazing restrictions

Height
Minimum: 8” or per glazing restrictions
Maximum: per glazing restrictions

Frame Depths
Standard: 6¼”
Minimum*: 4”
Maximum: 10”
(*Contact factory for frame depths less than 6¼")

MechanicalResults
Static Air Infiltration:
ASTM E283 cfm/ft2 @ 1.57 psf
Allowed 0.30
Test Result 0.007
Water Infiltration:
ASTM E547-cyclic ASTM E331-static at 8 psf
Allowed 0.0
Test Result 0.0
Load Deflection:
ASTM E330 10 sec at +60 and -60 psf

Passed

Sash Torsion:
AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101 / I.S.2 / A440

N/A

Vertical Deflection:
AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101 / I.S.2 / A440

N/A

Forced Entry:
ASTM F588

N/A

Thermal TransmissionResults
Center of Glass:
ASTM C-236 U-value using Viracon VE1-2M Low E glass and Lawrence Berkeley Laboratories Winow 5.2 analysis program.
NFRC certified.

1": 0.29 with Argon: 0.24

Total Unit:

1": 0.33 with Argon: 0.29

Hurricane ImpactResults
Large Missile Impact and Cyclical Air Pressure:
  • ASTM E1996-05, ASTM E1886-05
  • Tested at 42 psf
  • Wind Zone 3, not including Dade County, FL
  • Missile Level D

Note: Contact factory for size limitations and detail modification required for hurricane certified units.

Passed

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Wood Species & Finishes

Duratherm sources all materials by project — from only providers we know and trust. Many of our woods are from Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC- C108949) certified sources. We obtain others from sustainably harvested plantations. Fourteen domestic and exotic wood species offer a wide range of colors, grains, and textures.

Please contact us for information about finishing options (including paint, Sikkens, clear laquer, stain, bleach stain, oil, etc.) and to discuss the use of a species not in our standard offering. We consider availability, durability, machining, and gluing characteristics to determine the feasibility of your choices.

Exterior Wood Species

  • African Mahogany
    Exterior

  • Cypress
    Exterior

  • Honduran Mahogany
    Exterior

  • Jarrah
    Exterior

  • Redwood
    Exterior

  • Sapele Mahogany
    Exterior

  • Spanish Cedar
    Exterior

  • Teak
    Exterior

Interior Wood Species

  • African Mahogany
    Interior

  • Ash
    Interior

  • Cherry
    Interior

  • Cypress
    Interior

  • Douglas Fir
    Interior

  • Honduran Mahogany
    Interior

  • Maple
    Interior

  • Red Oak
    interior

  • Sapele Mahogany
    Interior

  • Teak
    interior

  • White Oak
    Interior

Fixed Frame Detail

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Glazing

Dry Glazing

Specially developed extruded silicone gasket sets the glass by compression. Our proprietary system is long-lived, low maintenance and water resistant.

Wet Glazing

Our special silicone wet glazing compound bonds to the glass for long-lived sealing. Plus, our continuous extruded silicone weatherstrip runs around the frame perimeter and the seal is not compromised by seasonal expansion and contractions of the sash and frame