Sleek, Stylish & Sustainable

 

We are Grabill, and we are Built with Integrity; Built to Last.

For more information on Grabill Windows & Doors, please visit us online or call us directly at 810-798-2817.

Wood: Timeless Beauty

This exquisitely crafted residence has all the classic beauty and charm of a traditional home with the perfect blend of modern details.

Mahogany casement and awning windows with true divided lite configuration can be found throughout. A robust mahogany entry door welcomes guests at the front while a luxurious lift and slide door to the rear patio opens fully to expand the interior out.

The flush track sliding door system offers the lowest profile available, creating a seamless transition to the outdoors. French doors, custom wood screens and stylish hardware accentuate the architecture to creating inviting spaces and timeless elegance.

We are Grabill, and we are Built with Integrity; Built to Last.

For more information on Grabill Windows & Doors, please visit us online or call us directly at 810-798-2817.

 

An In-House Labor of Love

 

Jeff is doing a fabulous job modeling just ONE section of what will be a 46-foot long clad wood curtain wall!

On these huge units, our team goes the extra mile by in-house assembling the entire composite, ensuring a clean, tight & precise fit.

And as soon as they get the unit perfectly assembled, they need to have it completely disassembled for shipment to its final destination. A true labor of love.

While this is a time consuming step (and takes a lot of shop floor space at times!), factory assembling prior to delivery helps prevent any major problems or issues that could arise on-site if a proper pre-check was not performed.

To sweeten the pot even more, Grabill also offers an optional service for technical assistance on-site.  This would entail a service technician to travel to your project site, give clear direction, and offer best Grabill product installation practices for pivot doors, lift & slide doors, or any large site-assembled composites such as this. While the Grabill service tech is not responsible for completing the installation, they provide the construction team with a wealth of installation knowledge.

 

We are Grabill, and we are Built with Integrity; Built to Last.

For more information on Grabill Windows & Doors, please visit us online or call us directly at 810-798-2817.

Aluminum Clad Metropolitan Retreat

 

This stunning Michigan residence is adorned with an aluminum clad exterior and sapele mahogany interior.

 

With the use of common mulls, we create the look of a floating wall with the front entry design, and the rear facade features floor to ceiling windows surrounding the entire room. 

We enjoyed crafting the windows and doors with the homeowner’s design intent in mind, and love the final outcome: a warm and inviting space!

We are Grabill, and we are Built with Integrity. Built to Last.

 

 

For more information on Grabill Windows & Doors, please visit us online or call us directly at 810-798-2817.

Making Finish Look Easy

 

Today, I had the opportunity to sit down with some of Grabill’s Finish Department Team Members, who have the crucial role in providing a consistent and quality finish on every unit that leaves our shop. Now I thought I knew enough when it came to finish (well, enough to be dangerous), but I was so wrong.

Meet John Wnuk. John is a jack of all trades here at Grabill, with his main focus of work in the Finish Department.  He and his team of finish experts shared some highlights of their positions, and provided a little insight into the finish world.

Q: What is involved in your finish process, and what are the most important factors when it comes to finish prep?

A: The finish process varies between the material type chosen and finish type chosen for the job. For example, one of our current projects involves a five-step hand patina process. The number of steps involved is derived from the custom color desired by the client. Since each project is different, our team does a lot of work developing and testing finishes for the client, and after a couple of rounds (sometimes more), we arrive at a finish they just love.

As far as finish prep, it is an extremely critical part of the process. It’s most important to NOT MISS ANYTHING, which is as difficult as it sounds. When working with the patina finish, gloves are needed to keep all surfaces clean and free from oils. As a general rule of finish, time is always of the essence, and certain finish types require us to be even more time conscious.

Q: Are there certain types of wood that you prefer to use solely because of their finishing qualities?

A: Personally, we all kind of like the rustic look, so we don’t mind the wood with knots and imperfections. In general though, any type of hardwoods are very easy to work with when it comes to finish, but we work with both softwoods and hardwoods.

Q: What are some of the biggest highs/lows when working with finish?

A: One of the most rewarding parts of my job is when we hear that the first truck has arrived on site and the clients are ECSTATIC about the finish. That kind of feedback makes it all worth it. One challenge involves matching someone else’s color, as it takes a great deal of R&D to arrive at that exact color.

We are Grabill, and we are Built with Integrity; Built to Last.

For more information on Grabill Windows & Doors, please visit us online or call us directly at 810-798-2817.

 We're in the business of sweating the small stuff.     Ryan's team in the mill hand-picks the wood for every project, piece-by-piece; it's just one step that       makes a world of difference.

   

Grabill's 'One of a Kind' Mentality with Entry Doors

At Grabill, we know the value in being ‘one of a kind’ - and a home’s entry door is no exception.

In every project, we believe that the entry door should be as unique as the owners themselves. Whether the design features modern, crisp lines, or more intricate, traditional style- Grabill works to deliver on every detail.

Our pivot and swing doors are available in all-wood, aluminum clad, bronze clad, & steel-with a multitude of finishing options to consider with each. Have a wild idea or a door?

Check out some of the features we offer:

·         Mortise and tenon joinery
·         Door frames have stainless steel screws and         are rabbeted and glued for structural integrity
·         Monumental pivot doors with state-of-the-art hardware
·         In-house production of veneers to ensure grain match
·         Custom jamb depths with no added components
·         Common mulled systems with ultra-thin profiles and minimal site lines
·         Factory finishes with custom color matching for paints and stains
·         Multiple wood and split species
·         Wood, brass, aluminum and low profile sills
·         Numerous glass options including triple glazing and high impact
·         Premium line of custom hardware and finishes
·         Roll screens or wood/metal framed screens with variety of screen fabrics
·         Engineered core stiles and rails for enhanced structure and security
·         Maximum design flexibility
·         Residential, commercial and historic replica

We strive for our client’s satisfaction, and want to make sure your entry is welcoming, warm-and everything you wanted it to be.

We are Grabill, and we are Built with Integrity. Built to Last.

For more information on Grabill Windows & Doors, please visit us online or call us directly at 810-798-2817.