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Picture windows are designed to maximize natural light, expand views, and create a clean uninterrupted glass appearance inside the home. Because they do not open, picture windows also offer some of the strongest energy-efficiency performance of any window style.
Broadview installs custom picture replacement windows throughout Columbus and Central Ohio using trained in-house installation crews and energy-efficient glass packages designed for Ohio weather conditions.
AERIS™ windows represent the pinnacle of modern window technology, combining sleek design with unparalleled energy efficiency. These innovative windows feature a unique multi-layer glass system that provides superior insulation, keeping your home cooler in summer and warmer in winter. The AERIS™ line also incorporates advanced soundproofing technology, creating a peaceful indoor environment by significantly reducing outside noise. With their durable construction and low-maintenance materials, AERIS™ windows are built to last, offering homeowners both beauty and functionality for years to come. Experience the difference with AERIS™ - where cutting-edge technology meets timeless style.
AERIS WINDOW COLORS
AERIS™ wood-clad windows offer a perfect blend of durability and natural beauty, now available in an inspiring palette of colors. Our curated selection ranges from rich, warm wood tones to contemporary hues, allowing you to seamlessly match your home's interior and exterior design. Whether you prefer the classic elegance of Deep Mahogany, the fresh appeal of Coastal White, or the modern sophistication of Slate Gray, AERIS™ has a color to complement every architectural style. Each finish is expertly applied to protect the wood while enhancing its natural grain, ensuring long-lasting beauty and performance. With AERIS™ wood-clad window colors, you can create a personalized look that reflects your unique taste and elevates your home's curb appeal.
Aeris Oak Stains
Roasted Cashew
Honey Whet
Almond
Ginger
Caramel
English Chestnut
Truffle
Aged Barrel
Espresso
Urban Barnwood
Ebony On Oak
Cherry Stains
Cider
Toffee
American Cherry
Natural Bark
Nutmeg
Hazelnut
Cinnamon
Coffee Bean
Ebony
Maple Stains
Beechnut
Ebony Maple
English Walnut
Fruitwood
Natural
Standard Paint Colors
Snow Mist
Café Cream
Eggshell
Toasted Coconut
Sandpiper Beige
Sandstone
Clay
Tudor Brown
Rustic Bronze
Nightfall
Coal Black
Sterling Gray
Geneva Blue
Enzian Blue
Forest Green
Evergreen
Autumn Red
Mountain Berry
Vallis Red
Trending Paint Colors
Desert
Cocoa
Dove Tail
Artic Blue
RainFall
Deep Waters
Pistachio
Eucalyptus
Sea Green
Daybreak
Burnt Sienna
Dusty Rose
Blush
Antique
AERIS HARDWARE SELECTION
AERIS™ windows are complemented by an array of premium hardware options, designed to enhance both form and function. Our selection includes sleek, modern handles, classic cranks, and elegant locking mechanisms, each crafted to provide smooth operation and reliable security. Choose from a variety of finishes including brushed nickel, oil-rubbed bronze, and polished chrome to perfectly match your home's interior style. AERIS™ hardware is not just about looks – it's engineered for durability and ease of use, ensuring that your windows operate flawlessly for years to come. With options for casement, double-hung, and sliding windows, AERIS™ hardware allows you to customize your windows to suit your specific needs and aesthetic preferences, adding the perfect finishing touch to your home's windows.
Broadview Windows offers a wide variety of door glass options to customize the look, privacy, and performance of your entry door. Choices include clear glass for natural light, privacy glass in different textures and patterns, and decorative glass featuring elegant designs or stained glass effects.
CLEAR GLASS OPTIONS: Clarity and Strength for Every Need
Our clear glass options provide the perfect balance of visibility, durability, and customization for your windows. Choose from a range of glass types to suit your specific requirements:
ANNEALED GLASS: The standard in window glass, annealed glass offers excellent clarity and a smooth surface. It's ideal for most residential applications where safety glass is not required.
TEMPERED GLASS: For areas requiring increased safety, tempered glass is heat-treated to be significantly stronger than annealed glass. If broken, it shatters into small, rounded pieces, reducing the risk of injury.
SINGLE, DOUBLE, OR TRIPLE STRENGTH: Customize the thickness of your glass for enhanced performance:
Single Strength: Lightweight and suitable for smaller windows
Double Strength: Offers increased durability and sound insulation
Triple Strength: Provides maximum strength and noise reduction, ideal for large windows or harsh environments
Each option in our clear glass line is designed to meet specific needs, ensuring you get the perfect combination of clarity, strength, and efficiency for your home.
ENDURE™ windows are the epitome of long-lasting performance and sophisticated style for your home. Engineered to withstand the harshest elements, these windows live up to their name by offering exceptional resistance to weathering, fading, and wear. The innovative construction of ENDURE™ windows incorporates advanced materials that ensure superior energy efficiency, helping to reduce your heating and cooling costs year-round. With their sleek profiles and crystal-clear glass, ENDURE™ windows enhance your home's natural light and provide unobstructed views. Available in a variety of styles and finishes, these windows are designed to complement any architectural design while providing peace of mind through their robust build quality. Choose ENDURE™ windows for a beautiful, low-maintenance solution that will stand the test of time and elevate your home's comfort and value for decades to come.
Endure Color Selections
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CLEAR GLASS OPTIONS: Clarity and Strength for Every Need
Our clear glass options provide the perfect balance of visibility, durability, and customization for your windows. Choose from a range of glass types to suit your specific requirements:
ANNEALED GLASS: The standard in window glass, annealed glass offers excellent clarity and a smooth surface. It's ideal for most residential applications where safety glass is not required.
TEMPERED GLASS: For areas requiring increased safety, tempered glass is heat-treated to be significantly stronger than annealed glass. If broken, it shatters into small, rounded pieces, reducing the risk of injury.
SINGLE, DOUBLE, OR TRIPLE STRENGTH: Customize the thickness of your glass for enhanced performance:
Single Strength: Lightweight and suitable for smaller windows
Double Strength: Offers increased durability and sound insulation
Triple Strength: Provides maximum strength and noise reduction, ideal for large windows or harsh environments
Each option in our clear glass line is designed to meet specific needs, ensuring you get the perfect combination of clarity, strength, and efficiency for your home.
ASPECT™ windows redefine the way you view the world from inside your home. These cutting-edge windows are designed to maximize your visual connection with the outdoors while providing superior performance. Featuring expansive glass areas and slim, streamlined frames, ASPECT™ windows create a seamless transition between interior and exterior spaces, flooding your rooms with natural light and panoramic views. But ASPECT™ isn't just about looks – these windows incorporate advanced thermal technology to maintain optimal indoor temperatures and reduce energy costs. The durable construction ensures long-lasting operation, while the easy-to-clean surfaces make maintenance a breeze. Available in a range of styles from picture windows to casements, ASPECT™ windows can be customized to suit any home design. Experience a new perspective on comfort and style with ASPECT™ windows – where form and function align to enhance your living space.
CLEAR GLASS OPTIONS:Clarity and Strength for Every Need
Our clear glass options provide the perfect balance of visibility, durability, and customization for your windows. Choose from a range of glass types to suit your specific requirements:
ANNEALED GLASS:The standard in window glass, annealed glass offers excellent clarity and a smooth surface. It's ideal for most residential applications where safety glass is not required.
TEMPERED GLASS:For areas requiring increased safety, tempered glass is heat-treated to be significantly stronger than annealed glass. If broken, it shatters into small, rounded pieces, reducing the risk of injury.
SINGLE, DOUBLE, OR TRIPLE STRENGTH:Customize the thickness of your glass for enhanced performance:
Single Strength: Lightweight and suitable for smaller windows
Double Strength: Offers increased durability and sound insulation
Triple Strength: Provides maximum strength and noise reduction, ideal for large windows or harsh environments
Each option in our clear glass line is designed to meet specific needs, ensuring you get the perfect combination of clarity, strength, and efficiency for your home.
ECOLITE™ vinyl windows offer the perfect combination of environmental consciousness and practical performance. These innovative windows are crafted from high-quality, recyclable vinyl that's engineered to provide exceptional energy efficiency without compromising on style. The advanced multi-chamber design of ECOLITE™ frames creates superior insulation, helping to reduce your home's energy consumption and lower utility bills. Despite their robust construction, ECOLITE™ windows are remarkably lightweight, making installation quick and easy. Available in a variety of styles and finishes, these windows can complement any home aesthetic while requiring minimal maintenance. With their resistance to fading, peeling, and warping, ECOLITE™ vinyl windows maintain their attractive appearance for years to come. Choose ECOLITE™ for an eco-friendly window solution that doesn't sacrifice on quality or appearance – a smart investment for your home and the planet.
A picture window is a fixed non-operable window designed to maximize glass area and natural light.
Unlike double hung or casement windows, picture windows do not contain moving sashes or operating hardware. The glass remains permanently sealed within the frame.
Why Homeowners Choose Picture Windows
Maximum Natural Light Because there are no operating components dividing the opening, picture windows allow more daylight into the home.
Unobstructed Views Large uninterrupted glass areas help frame outdoor views and create a more open appearance inside the room.
Strong Energy Efficiency Fixed windows typically achieve lower air-leakage ratings than operable window styles because there are no moving seals or sash gaps.
Minimal Maintenance No crank hardware, balances, or sliding tracks means fewer moving parts over time.
Where Picture Windows Work Best
Living Rooms Picture windows work especially well in living areas facing:
wooded lots
backyards
golf courses
lakes
landscaped outdoor spaces
Stairwells & Foyers Fixed windows are ideal in areas where additional light is needed but ventilation is not important.
Above Existing Window Configurations Picture windows are often combined with:
casement windows
double hung windows
flankers on each side
This setup allows homeowners to maintain ventilation while maximizing glass area.
Specialty Shape Applications Arched, circular, trapezoid, and geometric windows are commonly built as fixed picture windows.
Important Design Considerations
Picture Windows Do Not Open Because picture windows are fixed, they do not provide airflow or ventilation.
Bedroom Egress Requirements Bedrooms typically require an operable egress opening for emergency escape purposes. Fixed picture windows may not meet those requirements unless another compliant opening is present.
Broadview reviews egress requirements during the consultation process.
Solar Heat Gain Matters Large west-facing picture windows can significantly increase solar heat gain during summer months if the wrong glass package is selected.
Broadview helps homeowners choose glass packages based on:
orientation
sunlight exposure
room usage
energy goals
Larger Units Require Structural Planning versized picture windows require careful evaluation of:
glass thickness
framing support
rough opening conditions
wind-load requirements
Best Fit for Picture Windows
Best For
✅ Living rooms with outdoor views ✅ Maximizing daylight ✅ Modern & transitional homes ✅ Stairwells & foyers ✅ Specialty geometric openings
May Not Be Ideal For
⚠ Rooms needing ventilation ⚠ Bedrooms without secondary egress ⚠ Small enclosed spaces needing airflow ⚠ West-facing rooms without proper solar-control glass
Sizing & Shape Options
Standard Rectangular Picture Windows The most common configuration for living rooms, stairwells, and open-concept spaces.
Large Custom Units Picture windows can be manufactured in large single openings or combined into mulled assemblies for oversized wall areas.
Most installations are completed within one to two days depending on window size, installation method, and structural requirements.
Ready for a Free Picture Window Estimate?
Broadview installs custom picture replacement windows throughout Columbus and Central Ohio using trained in-house crews and energy-efficient glass packages.
We’ll evaluate your opening, discuss glass options based on your home’s orientation, explain sizing possibilities, and provide a clear written estimate tailored to your project.
No pressure. No gimmicks. Just experienced local guidance and professional installation.
