Wooden windows
HIGH PERFORMANCE TIMBER WINDOWS
Quality where it countsAccoya wooden window frames deliver all the beauty of natural wood with none of the downsides. That means minimal upkeep and maximum beauty.
From its superior insulation to its lasting good looks, Accoya timber window frames outperform other woods and uPVC in every way. Not to mention being better for the environment and healthier for you. Whether you’re looking for traditional wooden sash windows, stylish bay windows, practical casement windows or impressive architectural glazing – Accoya delivers on all fronts.
50 YEAR WARRANTY
Our outstanding 50-year above ground warranty is here to give you complete confidence that your Accoya wooden windows will stand the test of time.
Low Maintenance
Accoya wooden window frames deliver all the beauty of natural wood with none of the downsides. That means minimal upkeep and maximum beauty.
IDEAL FOR COATING
Accoya wooden windows have shown improved coating lifetime performance with many types of coatings, resulting in extended maintenance intervals.
NATURALLY INSULATING
Naturally insulating, you can lock in the warmth and lock down the price of your energy bills with Accoya windows. All whilst saving time, money and hassle on maintenance.
Accoya wood windows last a lifetime
Accoya window performance
Accoya high performance windows out-perform traditional hardwoods and in many cases, uPVC and aluminium.
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Key Benefit | Accoya | Sapele | Oak | Meranti | Iroko | Redwood |
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Lifespan | ✓✓✓ | ✓(✓) | ✓(✓) | ✓(✓) | ✓✓ | ✓ |
Warranty | ✓✓✓ | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Coatings performance | ✓✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Thermally insulating | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓✓ |
Maintenance intervals | ✓✓✓ | ✓✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Table shows comparison between properties of Accoya wood and other wood species. For more information, see the Accoya Performance Testing Summary on the downloads page.
Wood window styles
Accoya wood is very versatile - ideal for many different types of windows to suit any home.
Tested to the limit
60 year service life
After running tests and reviewing external and independent data, the BRE concluded that Accoya wood, provided best design practice is followed, has a service life expectancy of 60 years when used in exterior applications such as timber windows, wooden window frames and balconies.
Part Q compliancy
To enable building regulation Part Q compliancy, Accsys in collaboration with UKAS approved test houses of timber window and wooden door manufacturers, ancillary suppliers to our industry and the BWF Federation has developed a security global assessment. This document allows for the successful security testing of Accoya windows and doors to be cascaded down to window and door manufacturers, thus limiting the need for further testing.
Thermal Performance
Accoya thermal conductivity has been assessed by IFT Rossenheim, Germany in accordance with EN 12664 and then developed into the required declared value format, under the most rigorous European assessment methods by the EN ISO 10456: 2008 procedure for determination of declared and design thermal values.
In comparison to other standard wood types for joinery, Accoya thermal conductivity is:
› Superior to softwood by up to 8%
› Superior to hardwood by 30%
Please see more information in our download section.
Coatings & Finishes
A fully factory coating is strongly recommended for Accoya windows. A variety of colours and finishes have been tested by leading coating manufacturers with outstanding results. Some examples can be seen below but the possibilities are endless.
Case Study
Glebe House curved Accoya windows
At this unique home in New South Wales, all the windows are curved and made from Accoya wood. Accoya was the ideal material for this project as it is easily machined, exceptionally stable and highly durable.
The windows are coated white to match the aesthetic of the property.
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