Andersen 400 Series Windows: the all-time bestselling windows
SMA Exteriors proudly offers Andersen’s bestselling 400 Series Windows. The 400 Series is Andersen’s most popular selling line of all time, trusted by homeowners and contractors alike for replacement, remodeling, and new construction projects.
We love the 400 Series for its top-rated performance and quality. This line is designed for easy installation and lasting curb appeal, with lower energy bills and higher home values.
Read on to learn more about the 400 Series, or book a FREE consultation and estimate with SMA Exteriors now.
400 Series Windows at a glance
The #1 choice for millions of homeowners
Andersen’s 400 Series windows are made from solid wood clad in vinyl, as part of Andersen’s patented Perma-Shield® system. Installation is quick and the windows look new for years to come!
400 Series windows make smart financial sense, too. According to Remodeling Magazine, vinyl window replacements have a resale value of 67%. Even better, choosing Andersen’s 400 Series may lead to better rates than the national average. A recent survey of homeowners and realtors showed that “Andersen products increase the value of a home by at least 10%.”
Materials
Vinyl
Andersen’s 400 Series uses rigid vinyl cladding as part of the company’s exclusive Perma-Shield® system. By cladding rigid vinyl around a solid wood core, the 400 Series boasts superior strength to windows made of vinyl alone. As the most popular material for windows in the United States, vinyl is affordable, durable, and virtually maintenance-free.
With Andersen’s 400 Series, you can choose from 7 exterior color options that will withstand wear and tear while adding lasting value to your home.
Solid wood
Solid wood makes up the core of Andersen’s 400 Series Windows, as part of the company’s patented Perma-Shield® system. You can choose from up to 6 interior wood options in the 400 Series. All window styles include the choice between factory-painted white or unfinished stain-grade pine interiors. Additionally, on select styles you can opt for maple or oak wood species as well as dark bronze or black finishes.
For more information on wood choices, check out Andersen’s 400 Series product guide.
Whatever your choice, the solid wood interiors of your 400 Series Windows will stand strong, reflecting timeless elegance in your home for years to come.
Fibrex® composite material
Andersen builds 400 Series window trims using Fibrex® composite material. As an Andersen Windows original, Fibrex® is a composite material made from wood fiber and thermoplastic polymer. The material provides more flexibility than fiberglass with double the strength of vinyl and 700 times the thermal control!
Beyond superior performance, Fibrex® also supports Andersen’s commitment to sustainability. Andersen minimizes waste by utilizing reclaimed wood fibers from Andersen’s production processes to create Fibrex®.
The 400 Series offers 11 trim colors designed as an effortless complement to your preferred exterior color. Trim colors are blended directly into Fibrex® during production for eye-catching hues that won’t fade, crack, or peel.
The trim system is designed for easy installation as an entirely separate component from the Perma-Shield® water management system. In fact, installation only takes about five minutes! A unique attachment strip eliminates the need for nails, visible fasteners, or sealant joints. What results is a securely fitted trim on your home with stylish, clean lines.
Sizes
Andersen’s 400 Series can be built in a wide range of both standard and custom sizes that perfectly fit your replacement, remodeling, and new construction projects.
Available sizes vary by window type. Overall, standard dimensions in the 400 Series range from 17” minimum width and height up to 95 ½”. Custom dimensions range from 17” to 84 ⅝” with increases in ⅛” increments.
Consult Andersen’s 400 Series product guide for more information, or book a FREE consultation and estimate with SMA Exteriors now.
Profiles
The 400 Series offers added design versatility with the option to choose traditional or contemporary profiles on awning, casement, picture, and specialty windows.
The traditional profile features a trim stop with flourishes more common in historic home styles. You might choose this design to preserve or enhance the vintage vibe in the room.
The contemporary profile features a trim stop with simpler lines often found in modern design. The contemporary profile is a great choice if you want to enhance the minimalist genius of your interior.
Perfect types for every project
With the 400 Series, you have the freedom to choose from more than 40 types ranging from standard to specialty. You can expand your vision by combining types to add brightness, ventilation, and visual appeal.
Andersen’s 400 Series Windows are available as the following types:
Awning
Awning windows are designed with a hinge on the top and swing outward from the bottom. You might choose awning windows for the following reasons:
Provide ventilation that protects from the rain
Create airflow in combination with large stationary windows
Place higher on the walls for airflow with privacy
Andersen’s 400 Series awning windows feature solid wood interiors and rigid vinyl exteriors for lasting durability.
Bay & bow
Bay & bow windows are designed with three or more windows that extend beyond the exterior wall of your home. Available as casement, double-hung, or picture units, you might choose bay & bow windows for the following reasons:
Add more natural light and extra space in your room
Create a striking focal point
Andersen’s 400 Series bay & bow windows feature solid wood protected by rigid vinyl or Fibrex® composite material for lasting durability.
Casement
Casement windows are designed with hinges on one side and swing outward from the other side using a crank. You might choose casement windows for the following reasons:
Control airflow with top-to-bottom ventilation
Provide plenty of natural light from windows up to 8 feet tall
Andersen’s 400 Series casement windows feature solid wood interiors and rigid vinyl exteriors for lasting durability.
Tilt-wash double-hung
Tilt-wash double hung windows are designed to remain flush with the wall and open vertically from both top and bottom sashes. You can also tilt these windows for easy cleaning. You might choose tilt-wash double hung windows for the following reasons:
Ventilation options from the top, bottom, or both
Ease of cleaning from the inside of your home
Compatible with opening control devices, window guards, and air conditioning units
Installation facing areas with foot traffic including walkways, patios, and decks
Andersen’s 400 Series tilt-wash double hung windows feature solid wood interiors and rigid vinyl exteriors for lasting durability.
Gliding
Gliding windows are designed to remain flush with the wall and open horizontally from a gliding sash. You might choose gliding windows for the following reasons:
Control airflow with top-to-bottom ventilation
Installation facing areas with foot traffic including walkways, patios, and decks
Andersen’s 400 Series gliding windows feature solid wood interiors and rigid vinyl exteriors for lasting durability.
Picture
Picture windows are designed to be stationary windows that do not open. You might choose picture windows for the following reasons:
Expansive views with plenty of natural light
Install in combination with awning, casement, or other styles for ventilation
Combine several for bay & bow design
Andersen’s 400 Series picture windows feature solid wood interiors and rigid vinyl exteriors for lasting durability.
Specialty
Specialty windows are designed to be stationary windows that do not open. Available in custom shapes including circular, arched, and asymmetrical, you might choose specialty windows for the following reasons:
Create a striking focal point
Add more natural light
Enhance design in combination with double hung, casement, or other styles
Install in combination with awning, casement, or other types for ventilation
Andersen’s 400 Series specialty windows feature solid wood interiors and rigid vinyl exteriors for lasting durability.
For help designing the perfect windows for your home, contact SMA Exteriors for a FREE consultation and estimate. Book your appointment now!
Eco-friendly, energy saving glass
Andersen has been awarded multiple times by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and U.S. Department of Energy as ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year–Sustained Excellence. The company’s commitment to energy efficiency benefits homeowners and the planet alike, setting the standard for window companies across the country.
With the 400 Series you can choose glass with varying capabilities for insulation, light filtering, and visibility. All choices offer superior energy efficiency that lowers your bills and environmental footprint at the same time.
Low-E4® glass is a great overall choice for Minnesota climates. In addition to energy efficiency applicable both to heating and cooling your home, Low-E4® glass allows for ample light filtering and strong UV Protection. Add HeatLock® Coating for increased capacity to prevent heat from escaping.
SmartSun™ glass provides even stronger thermal control and UV Protection than Low-E4® glass. Andersen compares the thermal protection of SmartSun™ glass to tinted glass, with enhanced capacities if you choose HeatLock® Coating. SmartSun™ glass may be a good option for south-facing windows that receive many hours of direct sunlight.
PassiveSun® glass is another good choice for Minnesota climates. The glass allows the sun’s heat to pass through and keep your home warm and cozy.
Clear Dual-Pane glass offers the highest visibility of any 400 Series glass options, with basic thermal performance.
Art Glass provides patterned, colored glass based on designs from the 19th and 20th centuries. The 400 Series includes five historic options plus two artisan designs. You can customize your design choosing from 14 colors, 6 jewels, or your choice of clear, clear antique, or semi-privacy glass.
Visit Andersen Windows’ art glass page for more details.
Additional options can add privacy and security to your windows. Laminated glass reduces noise and increases strength to prevent breakage. Patterned glass obscures visibility without sacrificing light, and the patterns add visual appeal.
Visit Andersen Windows’ glass options page for more details.
Windows so trustworthy, the warranty transfers
As the nation’s #1 trusted window company, Andersen proudly offers a transferrable Owner-to-Owner® Limited Warranty. Your 400 Series windows are guaranteed for 20 years on glass and 10 years on non-glass components, even if you sell your home.
Visit Andersen Windows’ warranty page for more details.
SMA Exteriors is certified to install Andersen’s 400 Series Windows on your Minneapolis-area home
As a certified Andersen Windows dealer, SMA Exteriors is ready to serve you. Consultations and estimates with our professional Minneapolis-based team are always FREE. Book your appointment now!