Glass Options
Andersen Windows & Doors offers a diverse selection of high-performance glass options for their replacement window solutions, engineered to meet varying climate needs, energy efficiency goals, and aesthetic preferences. Each glass choice is designed to optimize thermal performance and manage light transmission throughout your home.
The primary glass offerings include several Low-E variations, which feature microscopically thin, virtually invisible coatings that help keep homes cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter:
Low-E4 glass provides essential energy efficiency by reducing heat gain in the summer and retaining heat during the winter, while also filtering out UV rays that can fade interior furnishings.
Low-E4 SmartSun glass is designed for maximum thermal performance. It offers the benefits of standard Low-E glass while providing even greater energy efficiency and superior light transmission, making it an excellent choice for balancing solar control and natural daylight.
Low-E4 Sun glass is specifically engineered for homes in warmer climates where reducing solar heat gain is the top priority. This glass features a specialized coating that helps block intense solar heat, helping to lower cooling costs and increase comfort during hot, sunny months.
Low-E4 PassiveSun glass is optimized for cold climates where maximizing solar heat gain is beneficial. This option allows the sun’s warmth to enter the home during the winter while providing excellent insulation to prevent that warmth from escaping, helping to lower heating costs.
In addition to these performance-focused coatings, Andersen provides specialized glass options for specific functional needs. This includes tempered glass for increased safety and impact resistance, as well as obscure glass patterns designed to provide privacy while still allowing natural light to enter the room. For projects requiring distinct visual styles, options such as patterned or art glass can be selected to enhance the architectural character of the window.
To further improve energy efficiency, many of these glass options can be paired with argon gas blends, which are injected between the glass panes to provide an additional layer of insulation and reduce thermal transfer. For those seeking enhanced sound control or security, certain product lines also offer impact-resistant glass configurations.
