Picture Windows
Tired of significant heat gain entering through your old picture windows? Lake Washington Windows and Doors offers picture window installation using top brands like Milgard & Provia to homeowners throughout the Greater Seattle, Tacoma, Gig Harbor, and Everett areas.
Picture Windows Defined
Picture windows are large windows that provide a clear and unobstructed view of the outside environment, essentially serving as a picture frame for the view on display. Due to their size and function, picture windows do not open. However, they are often accompanied by operable windows above or on either side to provide ventilation.
Picture Window Manufacturers Carefully Chosen For You
Let us use our experience and industry knowledge to your benefit. With over 30 years in the window industry, time has allowed us to determine the picture window manufacturer’s who deliver the best blend of quality and price, or best VALUE for you. Our chosen manufacturer partners create value in four essential areas:
- Consistency of quality and service over the years
- Level of warranty support to you
- Industry longevity
- Product innovation
Our valued manufacturer partners for picture windows are:
Best Applications
- Perfect for homes surrounded by beautiful outdoor scenery
- For those who desire a simple, yet appealing, aesthetic design
- Excellent style for insulation, weatherproofing, and efficiency
- Great source of natural light for any room in the home
- For those who desire a cost-effective and low maintenance window style
- Great for rooms with vaulted ceilings and plenty of empty wall spa
Top Picture Windows Compared
Milgard Ultra Series | Milgard Tuscany Series | Milgard Trinsic Series | ProVia Aeris Series | |
Frame Material | Fiberglass | Vinyl | Vinyl | Vinyl Clad Wood |
Strength | Excellent | Excellent | Very Good | Excellent |
Durability | Excellent | Very Good | Very Good | Very Good |
Large Size & Custom Designs | Excellent | Very Good | Good | Excellent |
Energy Efficiency | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
% Glass to Frame | Excellent | Very Good | Excellent | Very Good |
Curb Appeal | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Very Good |
Exterior Colors | 6 | 7 | 7 | 19 |
Warranty | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Very Good |
Price | $$$$ | $$$ | $$ | $$$$ |
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The Milgard Ultra Series fiberglass windows are top of the line when it comes to window technology. Fiberglass is an eco-friendly window material that provides the highest energy-efficiency levels available. Fiberglass is made primarily of silica sand, an abundant natural resource. Glass is made primarily of sand. Thus the frame and glass expand and contract at roughly the same rate while remaining resistant to swelling, rotting, and warping, allowing for a longer lifespan.
Features and Benefits:
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Extremely durable with an expected lifespan of nearly 80 years.
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Strong frame material allows for large custom sizes
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Paintable frames that homeowners can update to match current home color trends
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Low expansion/contraction rate through 100-degree temperature changes means less glass and caulking failure over time
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An Energy Star package tailored to the Seattle region for optimal energy efficiency.
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Custom colors, hardware, and glass options to match any home design.
Milgard Ultra Series C650 Fiberglass Picture Windows
Window Configurations | Combinations | Hardware Features | Color Options | Grid Options | Glass Textures | Tint Options | Screen Options |
Picture window Picture window 2-lites verticle Picture window 2-lites horizontal Picture window 3-lites verticle Picture window gable Picture window 3-lites horizontal Picture window gable triangle Picture window hexagon Picture window octagon Gable (3-side, 4-side, 5-side) |
4-sided gable and square picture windows Picture window over awning 4-sided gable windows over picture windows |
Folding Nesting Operator Sash locks |
Interior Colors White (any exterior color) Harmony (harmony exterior only Bark (bark exterior only) Black bean (black bean exterior only) Exterior Colors |
Interior Grids Flat GBG Grid Sculptured GBG Grid 3/4″ Vintage SDL 1-1/8″ Vintage SDL 1-1/8″ Craftsman SDL 1-1/8″ Legacy SDL Exterior Grids |
Obscure Aquatex Obscure Clear 42 Obscure Delta Frost Obscure Frosted Glue Chip Obscure Glue Chip Obscure Matelux Obscure Narrow Reed Obscure P516 Obscure Rain |
Cardinal Low-E Solar Bronze Solar Gray |
Standard Mesh PureView Mesh |
Milgard Ultra Series C650 Fiberglass Picture Window Size Chart |
Not all vinyl is created equal. Many vinyl window manufacturers cut corners on their vinyl components. When it comes to windows, the Milgard Tuscany Series is a superior vinyl product line, offering the highest degree of structural strength, UV inhibitors, glass efficiency, and quality in the industry. These features, coupled with elegant sightlines that mimic the look of traditional wood windows, create a high-end custom look for your vinyl replacement window solution.
Features and Benefits:
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Milgard has engineered its signature vinyl formula to withstand even the harshest weather conditions while requiring little to no maintenance over time.
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Milgard is one of two vinyl window manufacturers in the US who make their own vinyl from vinyl powder to frame, controlling the quality of ingredients.
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Tuscany frames have multiple interior walls for added strength and energy efficiency
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Built to be heat-stable in partnership with Energy Star to ensure they meet the thermal and solar requirements of the Seattle area.
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Even sightlines and customization options create a natural and aesthetically pleasing effect in every room.
Milgard Tuscany Series V400 Vinyl Picture Windows
Window Configurations | Combinations | Hardware Features | Color Options | Grid Options | Glass Textures | Tint Options | Screen Options |
Picture Round top Quarter round Half round Arch top Round top with picture Arch top with picture Gable (3-side, 4-side, 5-side) Octagon Full Round |
Picture with single-hung on either side Picture with casement on either side Picture with awning below |
Folding Nesting Operator Sash locks |
Interior Colors
Exterior Colors |
Flat GBG Grid Sculptured GBG Grid Simulated Divided Lite Grid 2 1/4 ” Check Rail |
Obscure Aquatex Obscure Clear 42 Obscure Delta Frost Obscure Frosted Glue Chip Obscure Glue Chip Obscure Matelux Obscure Narrow Reed Obscure P516 Obscure Rain |
Cardinal Low-E Solar Bronze Solar Gray |
Standard Mesh PureView Mesh |
Milgard Tuscany Series V400 Vinyl Picture Window Size Chart |
If you’re a homeowner looking for a modern vinyl picture window design, look no further than the Milgard Trinsic V300 Series. Milgard has designed the Trinsic Series frames and hardware to disappear from view while maximizing available glass surface area. The results are sleek, contemporary windows capable of modernizing any home.
Features and Benefits:
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Milgard’s signature vinyl formula is engineered to withstand even the harshest weather conditions while requiring little to no maintenance over time.
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A contemporary look created by utilizing thin frames and low-profile hardware.
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Customizable design options, including new black interior and exterior frames.
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Engineered with Milgard’s unique, high-performing, energy-efficient vinyl formula.
Milgard Trinsic Series V300 Vinyl Picture Windows
Window Configurations | Combinations | Hardware Features | Color Options | Grid Options | Glass Textures | Tint Options | Screen Options |
Picture Round top Quarter round Half round Arch top Round top with picture Arch top with picture Gable (3-side, 4-side, 5-side) Octagon Full Round |
Picture with single-hung on either side Picture windows with casements below Picture windows in combination |
Folding Nesting Operator Sash locks |
Interior Colors
Exterior Colors |
Flat GBG Grid Sculptured GBG Grid Simulated Divided Lite Grid 2 1/4 ” Check Rail |
Obscure Aquatex Obscure Clear 42 Obscure Delta Frost Obscure Frosted Glue Chip Obscure Glue Chip Obscure Matelux Obscure Narrow Reed Obscure P516 Obscure Rain |
Cardinal Low-E Solar Bronze Solar Gray |
Standard Mesh PureView Mesh |
Milgard Trinsic Series V300 Vinyl Picture Window Size Chart |
For those looking for the beauty of traditional wood, we highly recommend ProVia’s Aeris clad-wood Windows. Provia designed Aeris wood-clad windows for homeowners desiring a natural wood interior look with a durable and low-maintenance vinyl exterior. Built in a small Amish community in the Midwest, the craftsmanship, pride, and attention to detail of the Provia Aeris clad-wood window is second to none.
Features and Benefits:
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An extensive array of design and color options
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Engineered using a patented process to fully integrate natural cherry, oak, or maple wood interiors with a range of stain, paint, and design selections.
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Traditional hardware colors and designs for that old-world charm
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Available with custom prefinished interior casing
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Energy Star certified and independently tested to meet strict efficiency standards.
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Insulated framing provides vastly superior performance than standard wood replacement windows.
ProVia Aeris Wood-Clad Picture Windows
Window Configurations | Hardware Features | Standard Colors | Color Upgrades | Grid Options | Glass Options | Tint Options | Screen Options |
Explore ProVia Aeris Window Configurations | Folding Nesting Operator White Beige Sandstone Coppertone Flat Bronze Satin Nickel Antique Brass Bright Brass |
Interior Colors Exterior Colors |
Painted Interior/Exterior Stone Mist Cafe Creame Chateau Sandpiper Beige Sandstone Sterling Grey Clay Geneva Blue Enzian Blue Forest Green Vallis Red Mountain Berry Tudor Brown Rustic Bronze Coal Black |
Single Prarie Cottage 1H Cottage TS-1V1H Cottage TL-1V1H Cottage SP-TS-1V2H Cottage 1V1H Cottage 3H Cottage 2V3H |
Clear Glass Stained Glass Decorative Glass Privacy Glass Internal Blinds |
Bronze Tint Green Tint Gray Tint Blue Tint |
BetterVue Fiberglass SeeVue Stainless Steel FlexScreen Heavy-duty Fiberglass Aluminum |
Top-Rated Window Replacement Services
At Lake Washington Windows and Doors, we offer the highest quality windows and unparalleled customer service, with over 800 5-star reviews. With each installation, our exclusive Leak Armor Installation provides superior protection around your window openings. When you choose us for your window installation project, you can be sure that you’re getting the best.
Financing Options with Convenient 10 Minute Approvals
In addition to special offers and promotions, ask our sales representative about our quick, digital financing application process. From low-interest traditional loans to no down-no payment-no interest deferred financing plans, we can help you fund your replacement window project so you can mobilize your cash for other investments. We are a proud partner of GreenSky, one of the largest lenders for the home improvement industry. See how much you can be pre-approved for.
Every Window Includes a Limited Lifetime Warranty
The beauty of working with the top window manufacturers in the industry is the support you can expect before, during, and after installation. Both Milgard and Andersen offer limited lifetime warranties. However, the likelihood that you’ll need to take advantage of these warranties is low.
Milgard Lifetime Warranty Guarantee
Milgard’s award-winning windows and doors are built to last. However, if you ever encounter an unexpected problem, you can rest assured that their lifetime warranties cover your purchase.
Andersen Limited Lifetime Warranty Guarantee
Andersen prides itself on crafting durable, long-lasting products. That resilience allows them to offer some of the best warranties in the industry. They're even transferable should you sell your home. With Andersen’s exclusive Owner-to-Owner® limited warranties, you get peace of mind plus real added value.
Receive Our Patented Leak Armor Protection with Every Installation
We include our patented Leak Armor protection with every window we install. Developed through thousands of customer installations and years of experience, we utilize layers of flashing, pans, and sealants in a specific manner to provide commercial-grade sealing to residential homes.
Picture Window FAQs
What is the difference between a fixed window and a picture window?
Picture windows are actually a type of fixed window. The major difference between picture windows and other types of fixed windows lies in the frame size. While picture windows have a low profile frame designed to maximize the glass surface area, fixed windows have larger frames built to match the sightlines of the other operable windows sharing the same space.
What is the difference between a picture window and a bay window?
A picture window is a large window that can be installed with smaller accompanying windows or as a single unit that rests in line with the wall of the house. Bay windows, on the other hand, have at least three windows, which may include a central picture window, and protrude from the wall to provide a panoramic view of the external environment.
Are picture windows modern?
Definitely. Modern, or contemporary, home designs certainly include large picture windows due to their large glass surface areas and often feature black window frames. Traditional home designs also utilize picture windows, however, they are more likely to include white or clad wood frames.
Are picture windows energy efficient?
Yes. Due to their fixed position, modern picture windows are actually the most energy-efficient window style available.