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The Architectural Design Collection by BiltBest™

Energy Star Qualified

The Architectural Design Collection by BiltBest™, architectural grade, extruded aluminum clad Direct Set and Sash Glazed Fixed windows carry WDMA Hallmark Certifications for class C-C30 under AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-05, Standard/Specification for Windows, Doors and unit Skylights (subject to size limitations).

The extruded aluminum cladding adds beauty, durability and high performance for the discriminating Architect, Builder or Homeowner for those projects demanding the highest quality window with the broadest range of custom window options and features.

A myriad of available options will add beauty and value for years to come. Whether you select an alternate wood species for added durability and beauty or if you wish a Gothic style custom muntin pattern, BiltBest offers the flexibility to truly distinguish these as your custom window.

Architectural Design Collection by BiltBest™ Fixed Window Available Options

• 200 Special colors available in AMMA 2604 powder coat paint finish. Over 8,000 colors availability in computer match capability.
• Custom window width and height (within published limits, to 1/16" inch).
• Geometric shapes such as trapezoid, hexagon,pentoid, octagon and circle.
• Factory applied jamb depths to 8 1/4".
• Available with white interior pre-finish (2 prime coats and 1 finish coat of acrylic latex paint) sprayed prior to assembly to ensure coating of concealed areas.
• Available with Cardinal Preserve® clear construction protective film on interior and exterior to protect your glass during construction.
• Available with Cardinal Neat® naturally clean glass.
• Factory prime finish available.
• Available with First Impressions, integrated decorator miniblinds.

Wood Species Offered

Include Clear Western Pine and Knotty Alder. Other alternates are available via custom window order process.

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Muntin System Options

All Architectural Design Collection by BiltBest™, Sash Glazed and Direct Set Fixed windows offer a choice of muntin sytems including:

• Simulated Divided Lite with 1", 1 3/8" and 2 1/4" double ogee muntin, 7/8" simulated putty glaze stlye muntin and internal spacer. Unified IG supports green building objectives.
• 3/4" or 1" Profiled Grille Between Glass (GBG).
• 5/8" Flat Aluminum Grille Between Glass (GBG).
• 1" colonial, full surround interior wood grille.

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Architectural Design Collection by BiltBest™ Available Exterior Finishes

Architectural Design Collection by BiltBest™ direct set and sash glazed windows are finished with a powder coat finish system in 18 standard colors, over 180 Special colors (optional) or we can even computer color match any color you wish (optional) . The powder coat finish is applied to the window in house under strict quality controls and delivers a beautiful, durable finish that is environmentally friendly. If your project requires an AAMA 2604 or 2605 finish, we can provide that for your custom window.

Available Glazing Systems

BiltBest windows are available with an array of glazing systems that provide DOE Energy Star ratings for all zones of the country and support green building objectives. Turtle glass, tinted, obscure, tempered or laminated, whatever your specific glazing needs, we have the appropriate system from Cardinal Industries for your custom window. Cardinal Energy Calculator

• LoĒ³-366 Ultimate Performance Glass®
• LoĒ²-270 All Climate Solar Control Glass®
• LoĒ²-240 Glare Control Glass®
• Sea-Storm Hurricane Glass ®
• Neat Glass® for easier to clean windows.

Architectural Design Collection by BiltBest™ Direct Set and Sash Glazed Fixed WDMA Hallmark Product Certification Reference Numbers by Protocol

*=Approved Design (subject to size limitations). - Source: WDMA Product Registry

The Restoration Series by BiltBest™

Energy Star Qualified

Restoration Series™ by BiltBest Direct Set and Sash Glazed Fixed Windows carry WDMA Hallmark Certifications for class C-C40 (subject to size limitations) under AAMA/WDMA/CSA 01/I.S.2/A440-05, Standard/Specification for Windows, Doors and unit Skylights.

Restoration Series™ fixed windows offer extreme value and performance in a wood window designed for more traditional construction vernaculars where value is a primary consideration.

• Available with white interior pre-finish (2 prime coats and 1 finish coat of acrylic latex paint sprayed prior to assembly to ensure coating of concealed areas).
• Available unfinished and primed.
• Custom window width and height (within published limits, to 1/16" inch).
• Radius Shapes including Archtop, 1/2 Round, Qtr. Round and Rountop, Circle.
• Geometric shapes such as trapezoid, hexagon,pentoid and octagon.
• Alternate jam depths to 8 1/4".
• Available with Cardinal Preserve clear construction protective film on interior and exterior to protect your glass during construction.

Wood Species Offered

Include: Clear Western Pine

Muntin System Options

All Restoration Series™ windows offer a choice of muntin sytems including:

• Simulated Divided Lite with 1", 1 3/8" and 2 1/4" double ogee muntin, 7/8" simulated putty glaze stlye muntin and internal spacer. Unified IG supports green building objectives.
• 3/4" or 1" Profiled Grille Between Glass (GBG).
• 5/8" Flat Aluminum Grille Between Glass (GBG).
• 1" colonial, full surround interior wood grille.

Restoration Series™ Available Exterior Finishes

Restoration Series by BiltBest Fixed wood windows are available unfinished or with an Acrylic Latex primer.

Available Glazing Systems

BiltBest windows are available with an array of glazing systems that provide DOE Energy Star ratings for all zones of the country and support green building objectives. Turtle glass, tinted, obscure, tempered or laminated, whatever your specific glazing needs, we have the appropriate system from Cardinal Industries.

Included are:

• LoĒ³-366 Ultimate Performance Glass®
• LoĒ²-270 All Climate Solar Control Glass®
• LoĒ²-240 Glare Control Glass®
• Neat Glass® for easier to clean windows.