Picture/Direct Glaze Windows

Technical Specifications for Your DAW Picture Windows

Engineered for superior performance and architectural beauty, your DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are built to the highest standards. Discover the specifications that ensure lasting quality and comfort in your home.

• Expansive Sizes & Custom Fit: Create breathtaking views and flood your space with natural light. Our Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are available in impressive standard sizes up to 6' wide and 6'-6" tall, with custom dimensions available in precise ¹⁄₆₄" increments to ensure a perfect fit for your unique vision.

• Hybrid Material Construction: Experience the best of both worlds with an ultra-durable Ultrex® fiberglass exterior and the timeless beauty of a real wood interior. This combination provides exceptional longevity and design flexibility for your Picture/Direct Glaze Windows.

• Proven Durability & Resilience: The proprietary Ultrex® fiberglass exterior is a key feature of our Picture/Direct Glaze Windows. It's 8x stronger than vinyl, holds its shape in temperatures up to 285°F, and features an AAMA 624 verified finish. This premium material is virtually maintenance-free, resisting fading, chipping, peeling, chalking, and cracking for years to come.

• Superior Energy Performance: Keep your home comfortable in any season with our highly energy-efficient Picture/Direct Glaze Windows. We offer options to meet ENERGY STAR® ratings throughout the U.S., featuring advanced Low E1, Low E2, Low E2/ERS, Low E3, and Low E3/ERS coatings. Choose from dual or triple-pane insulated glass with argon gas for optimal thermal performance. Specialized glazing options are also available for sound abatement (STC/OITC), high altitudes, and California fire zones.

• Robust Weather Protection: DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are rated up to PG50 for exceptional structural integrity, providing robust protection against air, water, and other environmental elements.

• Comprehensive Technical Resources: Access all the documents you need for your project. Our resources include installation instructions, sizes and elevations, 3D drawings (DWG, DXF, Revit, SoftPlan, SketchUp), architectural detail manuals, construction specifications, and product catalogs.

Key Benefits of Your DAW Picture Windows

Discover the perfect blend of sophisticated design and superior performance with DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Windows. Engineered for the discerning homeowner, these windows transform your space by connecting your interior with the world outside.

• Maximize Your Views and Natural Light: Frame your landscape like a work of art. With their minimal profile, minimal solid wood framework options, and expansive glass free from interior glazing stops, our Picture/Direct Glaze Windows provide stunning, unobstructed panoramic views. They flood your home with daylight, creating a bright, airy environment and a seamless connection to nature.

• Achieve Superior Energy Efficiency: Invest in lasting comfort and savings. The fixed, sealed design of DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Windows eliminates drafts and air leakage, offering exceptional thermal insulation that helps lower your energy bills year-round. Our low thermal conductivity materials and advanced glass options contribute to consistent indoor temperatures.

• Elevate Your Home’s Modern Aesthetic: Make a bold architectural statement. The clean lines, low-profile, and sleek, simple direct glaze design of our Picture/Direct Glaze Windows complement contemporary styles, adding a touch of modern elegance to any room. Their design, often based on "rain screen" principles, ensures a clean, exterior-glazed appearance.

• Enjoy Lasting, Low-Maintenance Quality: Built with premium, durable Ultrex® fiberglass, your DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are designed to resist fading, cracking, and dents. The proprietary acrylic finish is 3x thicker than competitive options, resisting scratches, chipping, peeling, chalking, or fading, even in dark colors. Enjoy decades of beauty and performance with virtually no maintenance required.

• Enhanced Security: As fixed windows, our Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are inherently more secure compared to operable alternatives, offering you added peace of mind, especially in areas with public access.

• Versatile Design Integration: Our fixed Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are perfect for pairing with operable windows like casements or double-hung units, allowing you to achieve both expansive views and desired airflow in a cohesive design.

Refine Your View with Custom Design Options

Your DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are a blank canvas for your home's unique architectural vision. As a leading Picture/Direct Glaze Windows Manufacturer, we offer an extensive selection of premium design options to help you frame your views perfectly. Tailor every detail to match your aesthetic, from modern minimalism to traditional elegance, and create a truly custom look.

• Interior & Exterior Finishes: Choose from a curated palette to complement your design. Exterior options include our AAMA-verified acrylic finish for low maintenance and superior aesthetics in rich, neutral colors like Ebony, Bronze, Gunmetal, Pebble Gray, Cashmere, and Stone White. For interiors, select from factory-painted colors (including Designer Black and White), clear coat, or bare Pine, with a stainable wood surround available to match existing wood interiors. You can also explore options like extruded aluminum (painted & anodized), various wood species & stains, or even Cyprium (copper or bronze in multiple patinas) for the exterior.

• Specialty Glass Options: Achieve the perfect balance of natural light, privacy, and energy efficiency. Select high-performance standard dual-pane or optional triple-pane insulated glass with Low-E coatings (E1, E2, E2/ERS, E3, E3/ERS). For a custom touch, consider decorative options like obscure, glue chip, rain, narrow reed, frosted, bronze tint, gray tint, or green tint glass. We also offer specialized glazing for sound abatement (STC/OITC), high altitudes, and California fire zones.

• Divided Lite Styles: Add character and architectural detail with our grille patterns. Choose low-maintenance Grilles-Between-the-Glass (GBGs), which are permanently installed between the panes for easy cleaning, or Simulated Divided Lites (SDLs) and Simulated Divided Lites with Spacer Bar (SDLS) for an authentic, traditional look. Patterns include Rectangular, Top Sash Cottage, Prairie 6 Bottom, Simulated Rail, Rectangular Simulated Rail, Prairie 6 Simulated Rail, and Prairie 9. SDLs offer a wide variety of profiles (Putty & Ogee Exterior/Interior, Square Interior) and sizes from 5/8" to 2", with high-performance aluminum shadow bars.

• Exterior Trim Options: Enhance the exterior aesthetic of your Picture/Direct Glaze Windows with Ultrex fiberglass exterior trim. Available in styles like Sill Nose, Flat, and Brick Mould, these factory-cut options offer easy installation and superior performance, matching your chosen exterior finishes.

• Specialty Shapes: Our Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are commonly ordered in specialty shape configurations, allowing for unique architectural statements, such as oval windows, that perfectly suit your home's design.

Premium Materials & Superior Construction

DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are engineered with superior materials for lasting beauty and unparalleled performance. Our direct-glaze construction sets the glass directly into the frame, a technique that maximizes your viewable area by creating the cleanest, most minimal sightlines possible. This fixed, hardware-free design not only offers an uninterrupted connection to the outdoors but also enhances security and energy efficiency. While our core offerings focus on high-performance fiberglass and wood combinations, we also acknowledge the versatility of materials such as vinyl, all-wood, and all-aluminum options for various design preferences.

Explore the premium material options designed to elevate your custom home or renovation project, reinforcing why DAW is a trusted Picture/Direct Glaze Windows Supplier.

Find Your Perfect Frame: DAW Picture Window Series

To complement your unique architectural vision, DAW, a leading Picture/Direct Glaze Windows Manufacturer, offers distinct series for our Picture/Direct Glaze Windows. Each collection is engineered to maximize your views and enhance your home's design, delivering superior performance and lasting beauty. Explore our curated series to find the perfect match for your custom home or renovation project.

Installation & Technical Resources

Achieving a flawless finish for your custom home or renovation project starts with a seamless installation. DAW provides comprehensive support and intelligent design features to ensure your Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are installed with absolute precision. As a dedicated Picture/Direct Glaze Windows Supplier, we empower you and your build team with the tools for a perfect result.

• Engineered for Efficiency: Your project stays on schedule with smart features like pre-attached folding nailing fins and drip caps, factory-applied jamb extensions (available in 4-⁹⁄₁₆", 6-⁹⁄₁₆", and 6-¹³⁄₁₆" jamb depths with various finishes), and integral corner keys. These elements save significant time and labor on-site and ensure square, sealed units. Factory-installed screens are also a standard offering with operating windows and can be shipped separately to prevent damage.

• A Perfect Fit for Your Vision: DAW offers custom Picture/Direct Glaze Windows sizes in precise ¹⁄₆₄" increments for both windows and doors, guaranteeing your new picture windows integrate flawlessly into your home’s unique architectural design. Through-jamb and installation bracket options are also available for versatile mounting.

• Lasting Structural Integrity: Our Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are built with integral corner keys, ensuring each unit remains perfectly square and sealed, maintaining clean lines and protecting against the elements for years to come. The paintable Ultrex® fiberglass exterior also holds dark colors better than vinyl, contributing to long-term aesthetic integrity.

• Essential Professional Guides: We provide your architect and builder with complete access to technical specifications, architectural detail manuals, 2D and 3D design files (DWG, DXF, Revit, SoftPlan, SketchUp), installation guides, product manuals, warranty information, and comprehensive catalogs. Our architectural support team is also available to assist with project-specific questions, ensuring every detail is executed correctly for your Picture/Direct Glaze Windows.

• Service & Support: Beyond installation, find information on product service, care, helpful links, and replacement parts to maintain the pristine condition and performance of your DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Windows.

Picture Window Applications & Inspiration

Where do Picture/Direct Glaze Windows work best in a custom home project? DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are perfect for spaces where the view is the main attraction, acting as a seamless connection to nature. Use them in living rooms, dining areas, entryways, or offices – any room with a scenic outlook – to frame the landscape and flood your home with natural light, minimizing the need for artificial lighting. They are also ideal for creating floor-to-ceiling window walls on enclosed patios or for providing an expansive view from bedrooms and other back-of-home spaces. Their ability to enhance both visual appeal and energy efficiency makes them a versatile choice for modern architectural designs, both for new construction and replacement projects.

Can I get ventilation without sacrificing an expansive view? Absolutely. For the perfect blend of design and function, consider a combination window arrangement. By flanking a large, fixed Picture/Direct Glaze Window with operable windows, such as casements or awnings, you can enjoy an uninterrupted panoramic view while still allowing for refreshing airflow and meeting egress requirements when desired. This combination marries the expansive view with the functionality of ventilation, making it both practical and visually appealing.

How can I customize Picture/Direct Glaze Windows to match my home's style? Your vision is our blueprint. DAW, as a leading Picture/Direct Glaze Windows Manufacturer and Supplier, offers extensive options to complement your home's unique character. You can tailor your windows with various interior and exterior finishes, including a wide range of rich colors or stainable wood interiors. Customize your view with our selection of glass options for natural light, privacy, and energy efficiency, including decorative and tinted choices. Add architectural detail with custom grille patterns, such as Grilles-Between-the-Glass (GBGs) or Simulated Divided Lites (SDLs) in patterns like Prairie and Rectangular, to match a traditional aesthetic. For a bold, modern statement, explore our specialty shapes, including commonly ordered configurations like oval windows, ensuring your windows are a highlight of your home.

Care & Support for Your Picture Windows

How much maintenance do DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Windows require? Our Picture/Direct Glaze Windows are designed to be virtually maintenance-free. Built without hinges or cranks, there are no mechanical parts to repair, significantly reducing upkeep. The premium, durable Ultrex® fiberglass exteriors with their proprietary acrylic finish are engineered to resist fading, chalking, cracking, and chipping. This ensures your architectural vision remains pristine with minimal effort, allowing you to enjoy lasting beauty and performance.

How does DAW protect my investment? Your satisfaction is our primary goal. We provide a lifetime warranty on our workmanship and back our service with a Worry-Free Guarantee, ensuring total customer satisfaction. From initial consultation to final installation, our professional team works tirelessly to ensure your project is a complete success and your investment in DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Windows is protected for the long term. We offer service and replacement parts, along with easy-to-access helpful links and registration for your product warranty.

What support is available for my architect or builder? As a dedicated Picture/Direct Glaze Windows Supplier, we offer comprehensive support for building professionals. Your team will have access to detailed technical documents, including installation guides, construction specifications, 2D and 3D design files, architectural detail manuals, and product catalogs. We also provide architectural support and a technical guide to assist with project-specific questions. Additionally, resources like virtual walk-throughs explain operation, features, and options, ensuring every DAW Picture/Direct Glaze Window is installed precisely to manufacturer guidelines for a perfect fit and optimal performance in your custom home.