CONSTRUCTION AND SELECTION

Windows to last a lifetime

Our windows are manufactured from solid wood using tried and true techniques.  Our window frames are milled from solid, 2” thick lumber; not a “glued-up” or finger-jointed man-made board.  This allows the finished frame dimension to be a full 1 3/4” thick, without the use of  “nailed-on” frame components.  The frame pieces are then assembled with a “cope and stick” joint using a waterproof adhesive and 3” wood screws.  We find that while it may take a few minutes longer, using screws is far superior to staples alone, and results in a more durable product. 

Our standard window sash is manufactured to the same quality standards as our frame.    When it comes to the light divides,  you will only find a true divided light muntin bar in our window—no popped in, glued-on, imitation grills.  Our muntin bars are coped and nailed into the sash, as tradition and aesthetics dictate.

Our historically accurate windows and replacement sash are manufactured in the same tradition as the originals, utilizing hand joinery, true putty glazing, and antique or restoration glass, as required.

The most beautiful doors

All of our doors are manufactured to the same exacting standards as our windows.  We use a variety of joinery techniques, but never less than a cope and stick or mortice and tenon, PLUS dowels or splines.  Again, our divided lights are always the genuine article—no grills.  Our base doors are 1 3/4” thick, even for interior units, at no extra charge.  Many of our customers demand a 2 1/4” thick door, and we are happy to accommodate them.  Of course, 2 1/4” is just getting started—a fourteen foot high double entry door demands nothing less than four inches!

Though we produce more true divided light french doors than any other type, we revel in the challenge of designing and manufacturing awe-inspiring entry systems and intricate, raised panel and glass doors.  We’d love to design and build your next special project.

Computers

The ever-widening scope of computers’ capabilities allows us to incorporate their use in many phases of our operation, shortening lead times and providing greater flexibility to our customers.  With the assistance of Computer Aided Design, we are able to offer design services to our customers.  Alpine Windowerks provides detailed design drawings for all units, and specific elevations for anything out of the ordinary.