Coastal Capabilities
Kolbe collaborates with independent organizations to test windows and doors for use in impact scenarios offering Zone 3, Zone 4 and/or HVHZ protection. These rigorous processes require certain levels of performance against certain wind loads and types of flying debris. The goal is to provide you and all occupants of the final built environment with peace of mind.
Kolbe also expands its product lines to ensure that impact-certified products can adapt to specific aesthetic preferences. No matter the type of architectural style or level of design detail you seek, Kolbe will equip you with a custom solution.
Find the fenestration options to realize your coastal vision.
Impact-ready Options

Ultra Series
- Highly customizable, adapting to traditional and contemporary designs
- Strong aluminum-clad exteriors with finishes to withstand coastal weather

VistaLuxe® WD LINE
- Maximizes glass to take in the full view of the water and other coastal scenery
- Extruded aluminum exteriors requiring minimal maintenance

VistaLuxe® AL LINE
- Streamlined styles capable of floor-to-ceiling sizes
- All-aluminum and thermally broken to meet local climate demands

Heritage Series
- Intricate custom craftsmanship with contemporary performance
- High performance finish selections to protect the all-wood construction

Forgent® Series
- Features the proprietary Glastra® material for strength and resilience
- Designed to meet or exceed ENERGY STAR® requirements in the United States
Inspiration To Get You Started
Dive into Kolbe's gallery of inspiring window and door photos, videos, and custom solutions.

Window & Door Styles: Coastal Concepts
When you collaborate with the right experts, your coastal windows and doors with have both the proper construction and the ideal aesthetics.
Learn More About Impact Performance in Windows and Doors

Wind Zones & More: Defining Key Concepts in Impact Performance
The technical elements of impact resistance can be overwhelming. This guide will serve as a helpful reference throughout your design journey.


Coastal Capabilities Brochure
Kolbe’s impact resistance options are extensive – dive into them all and share them with your collaborators with our Coastal Capabilities brochure.
