An example is the way in which Gaulhofer’s Fusionline wood/aluminum clad product is constructed. First, the entire wood frame of the window is triple treated with a wood preservative that is environmentally safe. It is also UV protectant, with nearly 100 percent water repellency. Next, the frame receives a UV resistant primer coat, followed by a final top coat. Finally, the window’s exterior receives a 2 mm-thick aluminum cladding (or shell), which is unique in that it is not permanently glued to the wood frame, as is the case with other windows.

“This brand is so refreshing and unique to the American residential market,” said architect Bill Jaycox.

This creates an extra layer of protection as well as a breathable airspace between the wood frame and the cladding, eliminating the possibility for rot, which has plagued many other cladded products over the years.

“It’s a real belt-and-suspenders methodology,” said Bill Jaycox. “The cladding can also be replaced if it’s damaged.” 

Light, airy, open and inviting, this waterfront home is enhanced by its gorgeous Gaulhofer products.

Lee Luxford, an architect and interior designer in New York, also appreciates the robust yet refined construction of Gaulhofer windows. “The Gaulhofer windows are solid as a rock, yet provide all the warmth I was trying to achieve in the design.”

Another unique feature, beloved by architects and homeowners alike: Gaulhofer designs the head, rails and sill of its windows and doors to be dimensionally the same. The result is crisp, elegant, uninterrupted sight lines, vertically, horizontally and throughout the building envelope.

“I was looking for an energy-efficient window that was also beautiful. With Gaulhofer windows, you get the best of both worlds,” said architect Bryan Jones.

It’s also the reason that scores of Americans have chosen Gaulhofer and come away more than satisfied — as have the professionals who have designed and built their homes. “For an architect, desiring to maintain clean consistent sight lines, this is so refreshing and unique to the American residential market,” said Bill Jaycox. 

The unique tilt-and-turn operability of Gaulhofer windows is another intriguing benefit over typical domestic windows. First, because the inward opening windows use compression seal technology (CST), they can be adjusted as needed, as opposed to vertically hung, sliding seal windows which, once installed, cannot be adjusted and commonly fall prey to sagging over time.

Secondly, the CST employs three continuous gaskets around the entire sash and frame, allowing for unparalleled noise reduction and superior thermal efficiency ratings. “I was looking for an energy-efficient window that was also beautiful. With Gaulhofer windows, you get the best of both worlds,” said architect Bryan Jones of Jones Pierce Architects in Atlanta, Georgia. “They are extremely well constructed.”

Gaulhofer windows are an essential element to this master bedroom design.

Finally, the operation of the multi-point lockable gearing, located around the perimeter of the sash, is akin to the action used in securing a vault door, helping give Gaulhofer windows the highest possible forced entry security rating.

“One gets the feeling of closing a vault when you close these doors,” said homeowner Charles Callaghan.

He and his wife, Rushton, are thrilled they chose Gaulhofer windows for their exquisite coastal shake-inspired home in Northeast Florida. “The quality and functionality provide a wonderful sense of security against the elements as well as any undesired intrusions,” the couple said. “We quickly realized these were the windows our home deserved.”

The Callaghans’ beautiful coastal home of cedar shake shows off its Gaulhofer windows to crisp perfection.

Gaulhofer began producing windows in a small rural valley of alpine Austria nearly a century ago. The company has continued to innovate throughout its history and consistently creates beautifully crafted and engineered products that are smarter, safer, and more design savvy than any other on the market.

The company’s promise is three-pronged:

  • To bring unparalleled light and beauty into every living space.
  • To deliver customized and precisely executed solutions that distinguish each project.
  • To supply products of unequalled quality that will last generations. 

Gaulhofer is a worldwide leader in producing high-end luxury windows and door systems that are aesthetically beautiful, incredibly durable. and built with sustainability in mind. The company employs closed utilization cycles for all its basic raw materials, such as varnishes, sustainably grown native woods, and waste heat recovery in its factories. 

And yes, it is American based. Gaulhofer USA is located in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, and is the exclusive importer to American and the Caribbean. It supports a network of dealers and sales representatives around the country.  

For more information about Gaulhofer USA’s state-of-the-art products, visit its website at www.GaulhoferUSA.com.