Andersen Windows vs Lincoln Windows: How They Stack Up

Looking to replace windows throughout your home? The choice between brands can be a tough one—especially considering that elements like windows are typically only replaced once in a lifetime. Two major brands in the marketplace include Andersen and Lincoln. Andersen often tops lists of best quality replacement windows, but Lincoln is known as a high end, quality product, too. The choice between the two will come down to style, finish and warranty options—and we’ll explore each of those factors below.

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• Andersen vs Lincoln Windows Review
• Andersen Window Style Options
• Lincoln Window Style Options
• Andersen Window Finishes
• Lincoln Window Finishes
• Andersen Window Warranties
• Lincoln Window Warranties

Andersen vs Lincoln Windows Review

Founded by Dutch immigrant and entrepreneur Hans Andersen, Andersen Windows & Door↗ has been around for more than 115 years. Just as with Lincoln Windows, you’ll need to purchase Andersen products through a contractor or distributor. Be aware that Andersen also owns Renewal by Andersen an Andersen franchise which sells only Fibrex window products. To find an Andersen dealer with access to Andersen's full line of products you'll want to use Andersen's Where to Buy tool↗.

Located in Texas? Brennan Enterprises is the largest Andersen window dealer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Contact us today to discuss your Andersen window options.

Lincoln Windows↗ is a company based in Merrill, Wisconsin, and they have more than 64 years in the window and door business. Their products are manufactured and assembled in the United States, and they’re marketed primarily though a network of independent distributors in the U.S. and Canada, which means that you’ll need to purchase your windows via your contractor or through one of these distributors.

Andersen Window Style Options

Where sizes and shapes are concerned, Andersen offers the full range, including awning windows, bay and bow windows, casements, picture windows, single and double hung—even specialty shapes to suit oddly sized openings.

Among the E-Series, you’ll find designs inspired by modern architecture, including huge picture windows, modern minimalist designs, and beautiful custom windows that are reminiscent of stained glass designs. The A-Series is the “Architectural Collection,” offering designs like French windows and other classic designs. There are also the 400, 200 and 100-Series windows, which offer a mixture of wood and vinyl materials depending on the options selected. These windows range in style from classic to mid-century modern designs.

Lincoln Window Style Options

Lincoln has a slightly more limited selection of window styles, but you’ll still find just about everything you could need. Their selection includes casement windows, awning windows, double hung, gliders, bows and bays, plus specialty windows to suit specific needs.

Styles range from big, minimalist windows ideal for modern and mid-century modern windows to the classics like double-hung windows and casement windows.

Andersen Window Finishes

Materials choices depend on the series that you choose from Andersen. E-Series windows feature a wood core with an aluminum exterior, A-Series windows give you interior wood and fiberglass or composite exteriors, the 400-Series and 200 series both feature vinyl-clad wood, and the 100-Series is made from Andersen’s proprietary Fibrex material, which is a composite that is an alternative to vinyl.

In the color department, Andersen’s colors come from Sherwin Williams—and color availability differs by series. The E-Series windows offer the largest selection, with more than 50 different exterior colors available, including a few stains for wood windows. Other Andersen series will offer a more limited selection of colors. For example, the 100-Series windows offer five exterior shades.

Lincoln Window Finishes

Where colors and finishes are concerned, Lincoln offers a bit more flexibility. All windows, no matter the style, offer wood interiors. You’ll be able to choose from among seven different wood species, which you can then stain and finish yourself, or you can order windows primed and ready for painting. There is also an option for pre-finished interiors if you want black or white.

For exteriors, you can choose between aluminum clad, primed wood, or natural wood. Natural wood gives you a choice between three species—fir, mahogany and pine—that you can finish as you like. Aluminum clad windows offer virtually endless color choices. This includes eight standard colors, thirty-eight feature colors, and seven anodized colors, plus options to create your own custom color that Lincoln will match at their laboratories.

Andersen Window Warranties

Most Andersen Window products are covered by the Owner-2-Owner limited warranty when installed by a certified contractor. This is a 2-year installation warranty that guarantees against improper installation.

Windows themselves are covered under warranties specific to the series. For instance, the A-Series windows have 20-year protection on glass and organic seals, and 10 years protection on hardware, screens weatherstripping and more. The E-Series windows offer 20 years on glass and five years on wood and wood composite components.

Lincoln Window Warranties

Lincoln Windows offer a simplified warranty that covers quite a lot. There is a general product warranty that offers 10 years protection against workmanship or manufacturer defects. Aluminum clad finishes are covered by a 20-year limited warranty while interior finishes feature a 2-year limited warranty. Insulated glass and triple pane systems are covered under a 20-year warranty.

Both companies have their own advantages. From Andersen, you can expect a wider variety of window styles—but with custom color options on their aluminum clad windows, Lincoln offers a greater range of colors. Andersen’s warranty is a little more complicated since terms vary for each series, but both companies offer comprehensive coverage. Ultimately, the choice comes down to your budget, preferred styles, and availability in your area.