Specifications & Testing Data
| Frame material | Wood core with Perma-Shield vinyl exterior cladding (streamlined 400 Series construction) |
|---|---|
| U-factor (NFRC) | 0.23 – 0.31 |
| Solar heat gain coefficient (NFRC) | 0.19 – 0.33 |
| Design pressure (DP) rating | Tilt-Wash Double-Hung tested Class R-PG30, DP +30/-30 at 39.5" x 71.5"; verify per unit |
| AAMA performance class | AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440 Class R-PG30 (tilt-wash double-hung); WDMA Hallmark certified |
| ENERGY STAR zones | North-Central (SmartSun with HeatLock) |
| Glass options | Low-E, Low-E with HeatLock, Low-E SmartSun, Low-E SmartSun with HeatLock, Low-E Sun |
| Available styles | Tilt-Wash Double-Hung, Gliding, Picture, Transom, Half-Circle, Narroline Gliding Patio Door |
What the 200 Series Actually Is
Think of the Andersen 200 Series as the 400 Series with the option sheet cut down to the essentials. It uses the same construction Andersen has relied on for decades — a solid wood frame and sash protected outside by Perma-Shield vinyl cladding — and the same high-performance glass packages. What Andersen removed is choice: the 200 Series comes as a tilt-wash double-hung, a gliding window, and matching picture, transom, and half-circle units, plus the Narroline gliding patio door. No casements, no awnings, no bays or bows.
Colors follow the same logic. Exteriors are White or Sandtone. Interiors are natural pine ready for paint or stain, or factory white. Sizes are a fixed grid rather than the 400's custom increments.
In the Andersen family it sits between the composite 100 Series and the full 400 Series. Andersen itself describes it as "Andersen quality at an uncommon value" with a "streamlined selection," which is a fair description: the value comes from manufacturing fewer variations, not from thinner parts.
The Numbers That Matter
Because the glass is shared with the 400 Series, the NFRC ratings look familiar. From Andersen's 200 Series performance data (July 2024):
| Unit | Low-E | Low-E w/ HeatLock | SmartSun | SmartSun w/ HeatLock |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tilt-Wash Double-Hung (AND-N-59) | 0.30 / 0.32 | 0.26 / 0.31 | 0.29 / 0.21 | 0.25 / 0.21 |
| Gliding (AND-N-63) | 0.29–0.30 / 0.32 | 0.25–0.26 / 0.31 | 0.29 / 0.21 | 0.24–0.26 / 0.21 |
| Picture / Transom (AND-N-60) | 0.28 / 0.33 | 0.24 / 0.32 | 0.27 / 0.22 | 0.23 / 0.21 |
Values are U-factor / SHGC without grilles; full-divided-light grilles typically add 0.01–0.03.
What that means on a Treasure Valley job: with SmartSun and HeatLock, every 200 Series unit lands at or below 0.25, which clears the 0.30 threshold we consider the minimum for a replacement window here and qualifies under ENERGY STAR 7.0 in the North-Central zone. The Northern zone's 0.22 line is out of reach for this dual-pane line — the 200 Series has no triple-pane option, so if an ENERGY STAR Northern label matters to you, look at the A-Series.
Structural ratings are modest and honest. The tilt-wash double-hung is Hallmark certified to Class R-PG30 (DP +30/-30) at a 39.5-by-71.5-inch test size, and it meets the 0.2 CFM/sq ft air-infiltration requirement. Those are normal residential numbers, appropriate for the kinds of homes this window is built for.
Where It Fits in Idaho — and Where It Doesn't
The sweet spot is a traditional home — think the 1970s-to-1990s ranches and two-stories across Ada and Canyon counties, or the older bungalows off the historic-district boundaries — where the original windows were double-hungs or horizontal sliders in standard sizes, the exterior is white or beige, and the owner wants a wood interior for painted trim. Order a house of 200 Series tilt-wash double-hungs in White and you get a real clad-wood Andersen at a price that competes with top-tier vinyl.
Builders use it the same way: a standard-size double-hung package on a semi-custom plan where the buyer has asked for wood interiors but has not asked for a color.
It stops making sense quickly outside that box. Need a casement for egress or for a tight seal on a windy foothills lot? That is the 400 Series. Want black or dark bronze exteriors? The 200 Series does not offer them — the Fibrex 100 Series does, for less money. Painting the interior white regardless? The 100 Series wins again, and it is why the 100 outsells the 200 at our shop by a wide margin. Historic design review in Boise's North End tends to require the fuller profiles and grille options of the 400 or A-Series.
One more honest note: the 200 Series is a good fit for the home it was designed for and a poor fit for anything custom. When a customer starts adding special sizes or trim extras to a 200 Series quote, we usually show them the 400 Series number instead, because the gap has closed.
Warranty and Service, Locally
The 200 Series carries Andersen's Owner-to-Owner limited warranty: 20 years on glass, 10 years on non-glass parts, transferable when you sell. Perma-Shield cladding has one of the longest field records of any exterior finish in the industry, and the pine core is factory-treated against decay.
Every warranty claim on a window we install is handled by our own employees from Garden City — Wood Windows Inc has never subcontracted installation or service in 46 years. You call the office, and someone who knows your job shows up.
For a per-opening quote on the 200 Series with the 400 Series and 100 Series numbers next to it, use the form on this page or call (208) 376-2200.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the real difference between the Andersen 200 Series and 400 Series?
Same wood core, same Perma-Shield vinyl cladding, same glass options — the 200 Series simply offers less of everything. Fewer styles (no casements or awnings), fewer sizes, two exterior colors instead of the 400's palette, and pine or white interiors only. If a tilt-wash double-hung or a glider in a standard size and White or Sandtone is what the house calls for, the 200 Series gets you a real Andersen clad-wood window for noticeably less. The moment you need a casement, a custom size, or a dark exterior, you are a 400 Series buyer.
How much does the Andersen 200 Series cost installed?
As a broad typical range, expect roughly 10–20% less per opening than a comparable 400 Series tilt-wash double-hung installed, which puts it near the top of the premium-vinyl price band. The savings are real on a whole-house order of standard double-hungs; they shrink to nothing if you add grilles, special sizes, or trim packages. We quote both series side by side so you can see exactly where the money goes.
Should I buy the 200 Series or the 100 Series?
Ask yourself whether you want a wood interior. If yes, the 200 Series is the least expensive way into an Andersen wood window. If you plan to paint the interior white anyway, or you want a black or dark bronze exterior, the Fibrex 100 Series is usually cheaper, comes in more styles and colors, and is the window we sell most. In our experience the 200 Series makes the most sense on traditional homes with painted or stained pine trim where a double-hung is the right style.
Does the 200 Series tilt in for cleaning?
Yes — the double-hung is the tilt-wash design, so both sashes tilt into the room and you can wash the exterior glass from inside. On a two-story home in the valley that is a genuine quality-of-life feature, not a gimmick. The gliding window's operating sash lifts out for the same reason.
Sources & Testing Data
Last reviewed 2026-09-10 by Wood Windows Inc — (208) 376-2200