Aluminum clad wood windows, also known as aluminium clad timber windows in the UK, Australia and other markets, feature a natural wood interior and durable aluminum exterior cladding.
The wood interior delivers a warm, natural aesthetic indoors, while the exterior aluminum cladding enhances weather resistance, reduces external maintenance, and suits residential window replacement, villas, high-end homes, hotels, and construction projects.
Chalco offers customized aluminum clad wood window solutions based on window type, dimensions, glazing, wood interior finish, exterior aluminum color, and hardware requirements. For projects comparing aluminum-clad wood with other frame materials and opening styles, Chalco also supplies a broader range of finished aluminum window solutions for residential, commercial and project-based applications.
Aluminum clad wood windows combine the warmth of wood interiors with the weather protection of an aluminum-clad exterior, making them ideal for residential window replacement, villas, luxury apartments, hotels, and building projects.
Different projects have varying requirements for ventilation, daylighting, views, cleaning access, and aesthetics.
Chalco provides multiple custom aluminum clad wood window solutions tailored to opening dimensions, architectural style, glazing specs, exterior aluminum color, and interior wood finish.
A high-sealing side-hinged window solution ideal for residential bedrooms, kitchens, and villa exteriors.
A classic vertically sliding solution suited for residential retrofits, traditional architecture, and North American projects.
An outward-opening top-hinged solution perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and above combination windows.
A fixed window solution for more daylight, wider views and modern facades.
A horizontal sliding solution suitable for bedrooms, apartments, kitchens, and space-constrained areas.
A vertically sliding solution tailored for British-style homes, heritage buildings, and premium window replacement projects.
A corner daylighting solution designed for villas, hotels, scenic residences, and modern architecture.
A service window solution ideal for kitchens, bars, patios, and outdoor dining areas.
An outward-opening casement solution designed for luxury homes, villas, and traditionally styled buildings.
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Please provide window type, dimensions, quantity, project country, glazing requirements, interior wood finish, and exterior aluminum color. We can help confirm the right solution based on your drawings or opening dimensions.
Chalco offers two primary inward-opening aluminum clad wood window systems-LBM-88 and LBM-109-configurable to meet thermal, acoustic, sealing, and aesthetic requirements for residential, villa, apartment, and commercial projects.
The exterior aluminum cladding and supporting frame sections rely on purpose-designed aluminium extrusion dies to control profile shape, wall thickness, connection details and dimensional accuracy before cutting, machining and window assembly.
The LBM-88 system is designed for residential, villa, and mid-to-high-end replacement projects, balancing interior wood aesthetics, exterior weather protection, and reliable sealing performance.
Product Dimensions and Configuration:
| Item | Parameter |
| Profile wall thickness | 1.6 mm |
| Interior sightline width | Frame: 43 mm / Sash: 82 mm |
| Exterior frame width | 88 mm |
| Glazing options | 5 mm + 18A + 5 mm / 5 mm + 12A + 5 mm + 12A + 5 mm |
Performance Ratings:
Performance ratings are based on specific configurations. Final values should be confirmed according to test reports, glazing specs, window dimensions, and project requirements.
Key Advantages:
The LBM-109 system is engineered for projects demanding superior thermal performance, air tightness, and long-term comfort, making it ideal for energy-efficient, acoustically sensitive, and high-stability buildings.
Product Dimensions and Configuration:
| Item | Parameter |
| Profile wall thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Interior sightline width | Frame: 40 mm / Sash: 68 mm |
| Exterior frame width | 109 mm |
| Glazing options | 5 mm + 14A + 5 mm + 14A + 5 mm / 5 mm + 12A + 5 mm + 12A + 5 mm |
Performance Ratings:
Performance ratings are based on specific configurations. Final values should be confirmed according to test reports, glazing specs, window dimensions, and project requirements.
Key Advantages:
Selection Guidance:
For standard residential retrofits prioritizing aesthetic harmony and cost-effectiveness, the LBM-88 is recommended.
For projects emphasizing thermal performance, sound insulation, air sealing, and premium building standards, the LBM-109 is preferred.
Chalco provides tailored aluminum clad wood window solutions based on project drawings, opening dimensions, architectural style, and performance criteria to match the needs of homes, villas, hotels, apartments, and commercial developments.
| Customization Items | Available Options |
| Window size | Available in standard sizes and drawing-based customization |
| Frame structure | Configurable using purpose-designed aluminum window profiles selected according to window type, glass weight and structural requirements |
| Wood interior | Options include pine, oak, white oak, maple, mahogany, and more |
| Interior finish | Available in clear, stained, black, white, or project-specific custom colors |
| Aluminum exterior color | Options include white, black, gray, champagne, bronze, or RAL custom colors |
| Surface finish | Available finishes include powder coating, PVDF, anodizing, and metallic textures |
| Glass options | Options include Low-E, insulated, laminated, tempered, triple-glazed, and vacuum insulated glass |
| Hardware system | Available components include handles, cranks, multi-point locks, hinges, and various hardware finishes |
| Opening style | Options include casement, awning, hopper, sliding, fixed, corner, and custom window types |
| Screen options | Options include high-visibility mesh, aluminum screens, and removable insect screens |
| Drawings and samples | Aluminum window design solutions can be confirmed from drawings, physical samples, color cards and reference images |
Please provide window type, dimensions, quantity, project country, glass specifications, interior wood finish, exterior aluminum color, hardware requirements, and drawings. Chalco can assist in confirming the appropriate custom solution and project quotation.
The interior side of aluminum clad wood windows offers a range of wood species and finishes to match modern, traditional, natural, or premium interior design styles.
Common wood choices include pine, oak, white oak, maple, vertical grain fir, mixed grain fir, mahogany, alder, and cherry.
Different wood species vary in grain pattern, color depth, hardness, and decorative effect, making them suitable for diverse interior styles in residential homes, villas, hotels, and high-end construction projects.
Chalco offers factory prefinishing services based on project requirements, helping reduce on-site painting time and post-installation handling costs.
Wood surfaces can be stained, sealed, and finished with clear topcoats to enhance moisture resistance, surface durability, and ease of cleaning.
Available finishes include clear satin, golden oak, fruitwood, chestnut, rich mahogany, prefinished black, prefinished white, black polyester paint, and white polyester paint.
Actual wood appearance may vary from color cards or online images due to differences in grain, batch, lighting, and screen display.
For high-end residential, hotel, villa, and commercial projects, we recommend requesting physical wood samples or finish swatches before finalizing orders to ensure the final result meets project expectations.
The exterior aluminum cladding can use different colors and aluminum surface treatment options to coordinate with building façades, window systems and architectural styles.
Common options include anodizing, powder coating, PVDF coating, metallic finishes, and matte colors.
Popular colors include white, black, gray, dark gray, champagne, light bronze, dark bronze, beige, brown, green, and blue. Custom colors are also available based on RAL codes, project samples, or design specifications.
Color selection for reference only. Slight variations from the physical item may occur.
The exterior aluminum finish enhances weather resistance, color retention, and long-term aesthetic stability, making it ideal for residential homes, villas, hotels, apartments, and premium buildings.
Actual color may vary due to lighting, production batch, and screen display. We recommend verifying with physical color cards or samples before production.
Available surface treatments:
The final performance of aluminum clad wood windows depends on coordinating the frame, glazing, seals, hardware, screens and decorative grilles as an integrated solution, following the same configuration logic used in system aluminum windows.
Chalco can assist in selecting the optimal configuration based on local climate, energy efficiency targets, privacy needs, architectural style, and desired opening mechanisms.
Glass directly impacts thermal insulation, sound reduction, safety, and indoor comfort.
Options include insulated glass units, Low-E glass, laminated glass, tempered glass, argon-filled IGUs, and solar control glass, selected according to project requirements.
Before procurement, please confirm the project location, climate zone, target Uw / U-factor, SHGC, acoustic requirements, and applicable local building codes.
Decorative grille options
Grille dimensions, color, placement, and muntin patterns should be finalized during the drawing phase to avoid compromising daylight, views, and overall proportions.
Aluminum window screens are available for residential projects requiring natural ventilation, insect protection and everyday comfort.
Choose from standard screens, high-visibility mesh, or aluminum screens based on window type and usage scenario.
Please provide window type, dimensions, glass requirements, energy performance goals, privacy needs, screen preferences, hardware color, and opening style. Chalco can assist in finalizing a complete configuration based on your drawings or rough opening dimensions.
Aluminum clad wood windows are ideal for residential and commercial projects requiring warm wood interiors, durable weather-resistant exteriors, high-performance glazing, and premium aesthetics.
Chalco offers customized solutions based on window type, dimensions, glazing, exterior aluminum color, interior wood finish, and project drawings.
Ideal for villas and high-end homes that need a warm wood interior, refined exterior appearance and long-term comfort.
Suitable for apartments and replacement projects upgrading old wood, vinyl or standard window systems.
A good choice for hotels and resorts that require better guest comfort, consistent appearance, and a premium building image.
Suitable for custom homes and architectural projects that need large sizes, special shapes, window combinations, and design-focused facades.
Designed for offices, clubs, showrooms, and premium commercial spaces that need a warmer interior look with durable exterior protection.
Suitable for humid, coastal, and high-UV areas, with finish, drainage, sealing, and glass package confirmed before production.
Send your project country, building type, window type, size, quantity, glass requirement, and color preference, and we can help confirm the suitable solution.
Aluminum clad windows can be made in standard or custom sizes according to the window type, rough opening, and project drawings.
The sizes below are common reference dimensions for residential planning, replacement windows, and early quotation.
| Window Type | Common Rough Opening Size (W × H) | Approx. Metric Size | Typical Application |
| Double hung window | 24" × 36" | 610 × 915 mm | Bedroom, bathroom, small openings |
| Double hung window | 28" × 54" | 711 × 1372 mm | Bedroom, small living room |
| Double hung window | 32" × 60" | 813 × 1524 mm | Master bedroom, living room |
| Double hung window | 36" × 72" | 914 × 1829 mm | Larger rooms, taller views |
| Sliding window | 48" × 36" | 1219 × 914 mm | Balcony, kitchen, side wall |
| Sliding window | 60" × 48" | 1524 × 1219 mm | Living room, dining room |
| Sliding window | 72" × 60" | 1829 × 1524 mm | Master suite, wide view opening |
| Casement window | 24" × 36" | 610 × 915 mm | Above sink, bathroom |
| Casement window | 28" × 48" | 711 × 1219 mm | Stairwell, corridor |
| Casement window | 36" × 72" | 914 × 1829 mm | Bedroom, tall opening |
| Fixed window | 36" × 36" | 914 × 914 mm | Living room, stair landing |
| Fixed window | 48" × 48" | 1219 × 1219 mm | View window, feature wall |
| Fixed window | 72" × 72" | 1829 × 1829 mm | Villa, large fixed view window |
Note: these sizes are for reference only. Large fixed windows, tall casement windows, and wide sliding windows should be checked by glass thickness, sash weight, wind load, hardware capacity, structural opening, and local building requirements.
Choosing the right aluminum clad windows involves more than just appearance-it also depends on structure, glazing, hardware, surface finishes, performance data, and the supplier's ability to deliver projects reliably.
For residential replacements, villas, hotels, and construction projects, selecting an aluminum clad wood window manufacturer with customization capabilities helps reduce communication issues and installation risks later in the process.
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Please send your window type, dimensions, quantity, project country, glazing requirements, wood interior preference, exterior aluminum color, hardware specifications, and drawings. Chalco can assist in confirming the configuration and providing a project quotation.
Aluminum clad wood windows do not have a fixed standard price. Actual quotations vary depending on window type, size, glazing, wood interior, exterior aluminum cladding, hardware, and specific project requirements.
For residential replacements, villas, hotels, and construction projects, quotations based on drawings or window schedules are recommended.
| Price factor | What affects the cost |
| Window size | Larger dimensions increase costs for profiles, glass, hardware, and packaging |
| Opening type | Different structures-such as casement, double-hung, sliding, fixed, awning, and corner windows-affect pricing |
| Wood interior | Material costs vary among pine, oak, white oak, maple, and mahogany |
| Interior finish | Clear, stained, pre-painted black, pre-painted white, or custom colors impact processing costs |
| Aluminum exterior finish | Powder coating, PVDF, anodizing, metallic finishes, and RAL custom colors carry different price points |
| Glass configuration | Costs differ for Low-E, insulating, laminated, tempered, triple-glazed, and VIG vacuum insulated glass |
| Hardware system | Handles, cranks, hinges, multi-point locks, and imported hardware influence pricing |
| Screen options | High-transparency mesh, aluminum screens, and removable screen systems add to configuration costs |
| Quantity | Bulk orders typically improve production scheduling and unit cost control |
| Packaging and shipping | Export packaging, labeling, wooden crates, pallets, and shipping methods affect total cost |
| Customization requirements | Non-standard shapes, oversized units, special colors, unique glazing, and drawing-based fabrication impact quotations |
Standard aluminum windows are better suited for modern architecture, commercial spaces, and large glazed openings.
Aluminum clad wood windows are ideal for projects requiring a warm wood interior aesthetic, weather-resistant exterior protection, and a premium residential appearance.
| Comparison | Aluminum clad wood windows | Aluminum windows |
| Interior appearance | Wood interior offers a warmer, more natural feel | Aluminum interior provides a modern, minimalist look |
| Exterior durability | Exterior aluminum cladding reduces exposed wood maintenance | Aluminum frames offer excellent weather resistance |
| Thermal feel | Wood interior surfaces feel warmer to the touch | Thermal break aluminum windows rely on insulated profile construction and suitable glazing to reduce heat transfer |
| Design style | Ideal for high-end residences, villas, and both traditional and contemporary homes | Suited for commercial buildings, modern homes, and large-opening applications |
| Cost level | Generally higher than standard aluminum windows | Varies significantly based on system design, wall thickness, glazing, and surface treatment |
The following data serves as a reference for comparing the performance of aluminum and aluminum clad wood windows.
| Type | Thermal aluminum window | Enhanced thermal aluminum window | Aluminum clad wood window |
| Structure | Thermally broken frame | Frame with added thermal barrier | Aluminum exterior + wood interior |
| U-factor | 0.17 Btu/h·ft²·°F | 0.15 Btu/h·ft²·°F | 0.15 Btu/h·ft²·°F |
| R-value | 5.88 ft²·°F·h/BTU | 6.67 ft²·°F·h/BTU | 6.67 ft²·°F·h/BTU |
| Performance summary | Basic thermal performance suitable for standard energy efficiency needs | Enhanced insulation performance for higher-performance systems | Dual-material construction offering combined thermal efficiency, weather resistance, and a natural wood interior appearance |
Lower U-factor is better: it indicates slower heat transfer through the window, typically reflecting superior insulation performance.
Higher R-value is better: it indicates greater resistance to heat flow, typically reflecting higher thermal efficiency.
Aluminum clad wood replacement windows are ideal for upgrading aging wood, vinyl, or standard window systems.
They preserve a premium wood interior aesthetic while reducing exterior maintenance through aluminum cladding-making them suitable for residential renovations, villa retrofits, apartment upgrades, and project-based replacement windows.
When is it appropriate to replace existing windows with aluminum clad wood windows?
If the existing window frame, glazing, seals, and hardware are deteriorated, complete replacement windows are usually the better option.
Window cladding or exterior trim may only be considered if the main structure remains sound but the exterior wood requires protection or aesthetic renewal.
Aluminum clad wood windows are ideal for high-end residential, villas, hotels, and projects requiring a wood interior aesthetic-but they aren't suitable for every application.
Before selecting, evaluate budget, building type, climate conditions, performance requirements, and installation constraints.
| Situations where aluminum clad wood windows are not recommended | Reason |
| Highly budget-sensitive projects | Aluminum clad wood windows typically cost more than standard vinyl windows or basic aluminum windows. |
| No need for wood interior finish | If the project prioritizes a modern all-metal appearance, full aluminum windows may be a more direct solution. |
| Large commercial curtain wall projects | Full aluminum system windows or curtain wall systems are better suited for extensive commercial facades. |
| Extreme climates or stringent regulatory requirements | Coastal zones, high wind-load areas, hurricane-prone regions, or projects requiring special fire resistance or high acoustic insulation need verified performance ratings. |
| Unclear installation conditions | Uncertain rough opening dimensions, wall structure, drainage, or installation methods can compromise final performance. |
| Focusing only on materials, not whole-window performance | Energy efficiency depends not just on 'aluminum clad wood' construction but also on U-factor, SHGC, glass type, spacer, frame design, and sealing system. |
If you're unsure whether aluminum clad wood windows suit your project, share the project country, climate zone, window types, dimensions, glass specifications, and performance targets. Chalco can assess suitability or recommend alternative window systems.
In addition to aluminum clad wood windows, Chalco provides matching aluminum clad wood doors for homes, villas, hotels, resorts, and premium architectural projects-delivering consistent interior wood aesthetics, weather-resistant aluminum cladding, and unified fenestration design.
Yes, especially for homes, villas, hotels and architectural projects that need a wood interior, weather-resistant exterior, lower maintenance and premium appearance. For very low-budget projects, vinyl windows or basic aluminum windows may be more suitable.
Aluminum clad wood windows are window systems with a wood interior and an aluminum exterior cladding. The wood side provides a warm indoor appearance, while the aluminum exterior helps resist sun, rain, moisture and outdoor exposure.
There is no fixed price. The cost depends on window size, opening style, wood interior, exterior aluminum color, glass package, hardware, quantity, packaging and shipping requirements. Drawings or a window schedule help provide a more accurate quote.
It depends on the project. Aluminum windows are often better for modern buildings, commercial spaces and large openings.
Aluminum clad wood windows are better for projects that need a warm wood interior, premium residential appearance and lower exterior maintenance.
Security depends on glass, hardware, locking points and full window structure. Options may include tempered glass, laminated glass, multi-point locks and reinforced hardware. Fire performance should be confirmed by project requirements, glass type and test reports.
Yes. Chalco can customize aluminum clad windows by drawings, opening sizes, window types, glass requirements, wood interior, exterior aluminum color, hardware, screens and packaging needs for residential, villa, hotel and project applications.
To receive an accurate quote faster, please provide the following key details in your inquiry:
Please send Chalco your window types, dimensions, quantities, project country, glass specifications, wood interior, exterior aluminum color, hardware requirements, and drawings. We'll provide a customized quote for aluminum clad wood windows based on your project needs.
