Wood-clad impact windows and doors combine the best that both wood and aluminum have to offer. Typically regarded as a more costly option, Sierra Pacific Windows make these strong and beautiful products uniquely affordable for residential and light commercial applications.
This affordability is thanks to their vertical integration model. Sierra Pacific Windows is a part of Sierra Pacific Industries, one of the largest lumber producers in the country. They own almost 2 million acres of sustainably managed forest land throughout the country. Sierra Pacific is certified by The Sustainable Forestry Initiative and the Forest Stewardship Council. The lumber from their mills is used in all their wood-clad windows and doors, and the byproducts of the milling process help produce energy or are used in other industries. This vertical integration provides complete control over the quality of the finished product.
This knowledge of wood has also enabled Sierra Pacific to develop its own patented wood protection process called CoreGuard Plus™. This water-based, naturally organic treatment penetrates the wood to prevent warping, rotting, and even includes fungicides and insecticides. Their extensive testing and 20-year wood deterioration warranty prove how effective this treatment truly is.
Sierra Pacific offers 2 lines of hurricane impact windows and doors. Premium FeelSafe features wood with an extra thick extruded aluminum cladding on the exterior, and H3 FeelSafe adds a layer of heavy-duty vinyl between the aluminum and wood for improved energy efficiency.
No matter which line you choose, there are a wide variety of design options that guarantee your products will match any style you choose. These options include:
· 75 Exterior Frame Finishes including anodized, metallic, and textured finishes
· Up to 11 Hardware Finishes, depending on product type
· 8 Grille Profiles
· 8 Wood species
· 5 Interior wood finishes
· 13 Interior Trims
· 4 Exterior Trims
· Insulated or non-insulated glass available with tints, LowE, or privacy features
And these are just the design options. This doesn’t even cover the custom shapes, configurations, and sizes available for the windows and doors themselves. Sierra Pacific is continuously innovating and working to get more of their products, in larger sizes, impact certified to use in hurricane-prone areas. For example, their bi-fold door is approved for use in the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) and has a max height of 10’ tall.
No matter the unique requirements of your home, whether you are in an oceanfront property needing HVHZ products or a historical conservation district, Sierra Pacific Windows can create a custom impact window and door package to meet all your project and design goals.
