Andersen Windows and Doors

400 Series Windows (New Construction)

Andersen’s premium double hung window, the Tilt n Wash, 400 series, is one of my favorite choices for wood/new construction windows. Most people replacing their windows don’t want to change the exterior and interior trim. Thus, you need to tear everything out if you want to use the 400 Series Andersen windows.

Andersen Windows are the most popular windows in the world. I get many calls from people requesting Andersen windows because they believe they are the best. My answer to this is simple. Budweiser is the most popular beer in America… but personally I don’t think it is the best looking of the premium windows. I prefer Marvin and Pella. Andersen does make nice Casement, Awning, and Bay or Bow windows. I am not a fan of their lower end windows, 200 series… most window companies have a window they try to push to builders. I suggest spending more money now instead of later.

Andersen Good Points:

Easy operating sashes, smooth and clean lines
Reasonably priced pre painted interiors
Multiple hardware options
Quality full screen
Nice snap in grids, and now available in simulated divided lite muntins
Maintenance free vinyl clad exteriors
Tilt in for easy cleaning
Great brand name recognition

Andersen's not so good points would be that their tilt function is a bit tedious.

Woodwright Series

Andersen Woodwright Series Replacement Windows: Andersen has joined the replacement window market by introducing the Woodwright Series wood interior replacement window. This window is designed along the lines of the Andersen 400 Series Tilt and Wash, but comes standard with a wood jamb. The Woodwright window has only been available as a replacement for a few years in the New England Area. It tilts in for easy cleaning, and looks like the 400 series. It is available in a pine interior or pre painted white for a very reasonable price. It also has full divided lites, snap in grids, and between the glass grids available. It comes in 4 exterior colors: white, sand tone, terra tone, and green. The exterior is an extruded composite material with a vinyl skin. I like the standard locks more than the upcharge locks. Overall, I like the new window, it is a good value for the money for a good quality window and a company that stands behind their products.

Andersen Patio Doors

Andersen makes a great French wood hinged door. It is my personal favorite. They also make quality sliders in both a vinyl and wood interior model. There are many hardware options, and 3 exterior colors, white, sandtone and terratone.