Wood vs. clad wood
All-wood windows need regular finishing on the outside, and New Mexico sun is hard on exterior wood. Clad-wood windows solve that by covering the exterior with aluminum or vinyl while keeping stainable or paintable wood on the inside. That's what we recommend for most homes that want the wood look.
Deep adobe walls
Thick adobe and frame-and-stucco walls often have deep jambs and plaster returns. When we replace windows in those walls, we plan how the new window sits in the opening, how the interior sill and returns get finished, and how the exterior meets the stucco. It's slower work than a standard tract-home install, and we price it honestly.
Lines we can quote
Options include the Andersen 400 Series, Pella Lifestyle and Reserve lines and others. See Andersen and Pella, or compare them in Pella vs. Andersen.
Caring for wood interiors
- Keep the interior finish in good shape, especially on sills that get direct sun
- Wipe up condensation in winter
- Check exterior sealant every few years
Call (505) 616-3368 to talk through wood options for your home.
Common questions
Do wood windows hold up in Albuquerque?
Clad-wood windows do well because the exterior is protected. Bare exterior wood needs regular finishing in our sun.
Can you match existing stained trim?
Many wood interiors come unfinished or prefinished. We'll talk through matching your existing trim.