Direct Set Contemporary Collection

Embracing seamless and modern design, this aluminum-clad wood collection is specifically crafted to enhance the expansive views of custom, high-end homes.

Direct Set | Contemporary Collection

Contemporary Collection Direct Set

It can be a delicate and graceful curve. Or a sharp and compelling angle. If you can imagine the geometry, chances are we can configure a special shape window to add resounding punctuation to your design.

  • style

    Slim-line appearance maximizes exposed glass and the admission of natural light.

  • configuration

    Sizes are variable and dependent on shape. Rectangular units available with up to 70 sq feet of glass.

  • low maintenance

    The clad exterior never needs to be painted and won’t rot or decay.

  • operation

    Fixed pane units with two distinct frame styles – flush frame or shadow line to create depth.

  • materials

    Durable and low maintenance, extruded aluminum exteriors stand up to the harshest elements, resisting dents, dings and scratches with rot-resistant composition.

  • energy efficiency

    Choices including energy-efficient Zo-e-shield® glazing and ENERGY STAR® rated windows.

Interior Options

Every home is different. So we give you choices to add your own special touch. Choose the wood species and stain finish that complement your design. Then add warmth and beauty with our factory finishes.

Interior Wood Options

Wood species swatches shown will vary and may not be actual representations. Actual wood samples are available upon request.

View vertical grain fir specifications

Pine (Standard)
Oak
Maple
Vertical Grain Fir
Mixed Grain Fir
Mahogany
Alder (Character)
Cherry
Interior Factory Finish Options

Save time and money with our factory finishing. The wood is stained and sealed on all surfaces to repel moisture and includes two Clear Satin topcoats for durability and easy cleaning.

Finishes and colors shown may not be actual representations. Please visit an authorized Weather Shield dealer for color samples.

*All finishes not available on all wood species. Please visit an authorized Weather Shield dealer for details.

Clear Satin
Golden Oak
Fruitwood
Chestnut
Rich Mahogany
Prefinished Black (Latex)
Prefinished White (Latex)
Primed
Black Poly Paint
White Poly Paint
Designer Stain Options

Explore our furniture-grade stain offering created in partnership with leading paint and coatings manufacturer, Sherwin-Williams. These new stains provide clean, vivid colors with high pigmentation for excellent clarity and uniformity.

Finishes and colors shown may not be actual representations. Please visit authorized Weather Shield dealer for color samples.

*Only available on Pine.

Harvest Wheat
Caramel
Ember
Acorn
Merlot
Thatch Brown
Chocolate
Rich Coffee
Ebony
Greystone
Interior Trim & Accessories

Interior trim accessories available allow for a clean and finished interior look.

WM327 (2-1/4")
WM356 (2-1/4")
WM366 (2-1/4")
WM376 (2-1/4")
WM351 (2-1/2")
WM444 (3-1/4")
WM445 (3-1/4")
Windsor Casing (3-1/2")
Flat Casing (Varies)

Exterior Options

To help you get the exact look you desire, we offer an ever expanding palette of durable and distinctive exterior color options rated to the highest industry standards for color retention. Finishes and colors shown may not be actual representations. Please visit authorized Weather Shield dealer for color samples.

Standard Aluminum Finishes
White
Cameo
Tan
Desert Tan
Heritage Brown
Adobe
Craftsman Bronze
Brick Red
Hartford Green
Gray Matters
Obsidian
Jet Black
Designer Aluminum Finishes
Alabaster
Pampered Peach
Pearl
Moderate White
Accessible Beige
Olympus White
Linen
Sandstone
Salt Marsh
Driftwood
Vital Yellow
Sunbeam Yellow
Restrained Gold
Timberidge
Autumn Leaf
Mist Grey
Stone Gray
Prestige
Charcoal
Gunpowder
Aegean Blue
Distance
Blue Stone
Indigo
Dark Night
Shoreline
Arcadian
Sage Green
Oceanside
Blue Hill
Woodland Green
Bercoritz Green
Black Forest
Bronze Green
Tudor House
Streamline Gray
Moss
Superior Bronze
Shale
Quaker Bronze
Sundried Tomato
Firebrick
Boysenberry
Royal Brown
Appalachian
Radiant Metallic Finishes
Warm Silver
Antique Silver
Espresso
Anodized Aluminum Finishes
Clear
Champagne
Copper
Light Bronze
Medium Bronze
Dark Bronze
Black
Textured Finishes
Textured Slate
Textured Weathered Steel
Textured Dark Bronze
Textured Black

Glazing Options

From specialty glass to high-end glazing, our windows are truly a cut above the rest. Add color and texture options to the glass in your home while enjoying the energy efficiency and quality for which we’re known best.

Glass

Maximize your windows' energy efficiency with the exclusive Zo-e-shield glazing system. With powerful layers of Low-E coating and argon gas-filled insulating airspace, our glazing options represent the ultimate in energy efficiency for any climate.

*Not available on all products.

All Climate
Ultimate Solar Control
Plus Room Side Low-E
Zo-e 5 Plus Laminated Interior
Triple Glazed with 5 Coats of Low-E*
Specialty Glass

Add color – or privacy and modesty – to your palette of design options. Special finishes and tint can give a project distinction.

Bronze
Gray
Rain Glass
Obscure Glass
1/2" Reeded
Satin Etch

Grilles

Whether complementing the design of your home or elevating the view, our wide array of grille offerings brings your distinctive vision to life.

Grille Between The Glass

Grille Between the Glass (GBG) consist of aluminum muntin bars in between two panes of insulating glass, giving you the look of divided lites while making window cleaning easier.

11/16" Sculptured
5/8" Flat
Simulated Divided Lite

The best of modern energy efficiency meets old-world charm with Simulated Divided Lite (SDL) grilles. While mimicking the look of classic single-pane windows, SDL grilles offer exterior and interior grille bars either with or without an aluminum spacer bar - translating to powerful insulation and innovation.

Putty Exterior Aluminum Profile
2"
1-1/8"
7/8"
5/8"
Square Interior Wood Profile
2"
1-1/8"
7/8"
5/8"

Sash Options

The contemporary sleek design provides greater light to a room as the glass is directly glazed into the frame. The Simulated Sash option gives the appearance of a true sash window with the value of a direct-set. This unique design option is made to align daylight openings with either casement or double-hung products.

Contemporary Frame Options

Two distinct frame styles: Shadow line frames feature a recessed sash to create depth and dimension. Flush frames include the sash and frame on the same plane for a clean, streamlined look.

Shadow Line Frame
Flush Frame

Technical Documents

2D Elevation Drawings / Size Charts
  • Contemporary Collection Shadow-Line Frame Direct-Sets pdf dxf dwg
  • Contemporary Collection Slim Frame Direct-Sets pdf dxf dwg
2D Section Drawings
  • Contemporary Collection Shadow-Line Frame Direct Set Window pdf dxf dwg
  • Contemporary Collection Slim Frame Direct Set Window pdf dxf dwg
  • Contemporary Collection Flush Frame Direct Set Window pdf dxf dwg
  • Contemporary Collection Clad Trim and Accessory Details pdf dxf dwg
  • Contemporary Collection Interior Trim and Divided Lite Details pdf dxf dwg
Revit 3D Models
  • Contemporary Collection Direct Set Rectangle zip
  • Contemporary Collection Standard Colors zip
  • Contemporary Collection Designer Colors zip
  • Contemporary Collection Anodized Exterior Finishes zip
  • Contemporary Collection Interior Finishes zip
  • Contemporary Collection Glass Options zip
CSI Specifications
  • Contemporary Collection Direct-Sets docx
Quick Specifications
  • Contemporary Collection Direct-Set pdf
Structural Test Data
  • Contemporary Collection Direct Set Window pdf
  • Contemporary Collection Flush Frame Direct Set Window pdf
  • Contemporary Collection Slim Frame Direct Set Window pdf
Thermal Test Data
  • Contemporary Collection Standard Direct Set Window pdf
  • Contemporary Collection Flush Frame Direct Set Window pdf
  • Contemporary Collection Slim Frame Direct Set Window pdf

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Our product lines are meticulously engineered through a combination of old-world craftsmanship — that embodies our founder’s vision — and innovative design.

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