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Wood joinery at the heart of architectural heritage
Haussmannian windows are far more than just a façade element: they embody a style, an era, and a technical refinement that has stood the test of time. Typical of 19th-century Parisian architecture, these windows are distinguished by their elegant proportions, traditional moldings, decorative glazing bars, and especially their famous mouton and gueule de loup profile.
At Mestre Raposa, we take pride in offering bespoke wooden windows that respect the aesthetic codes of traditional wood joinery while meeting today’s requirements for insulation and comfort.
The mouton and gueule de loup profile: technical mastery and distinction
The mouton and gueule de loup profile is a historic assembly where the window sashes interlock. It ensures perfect overlap between the openings, guaranteeing both watertightness, structural strength, and an elegant finish. This type of closure, typical of old wooden joinery and still sought after today, reflects the know-how of traditional wood craftsmanship.
We excel in reproducing these specific profiles with our Haussmann-style wooden windows for renovation or new construction projects that respect the original architecture.
Old-style wooden windows: between historical fidelity and modern performance
The restoration of old windows isn’t just about imitating a style. It requires precise reproduction of shapes, assemblies, and fittings, while integrating invisible improvements: high-performance glazing, treated wood, and discreet seals.
Our mouton and gueule de loup windows combine these dual imperatives: preserving the building’s charm while ensuring acoustic and thermal insulation to modern standards.
Technical performance and enhanced insulation
The mouton and gueule de loup wooden windows offered by Mestre Raposa combine period aesthetics with modern comfort. Thanks to a double peripheral seal and an integrated protective membrane, these windows provide excellent airtightness and watertightness. Paired with high-performance double glazing, they deliver a high level of thermal and acoustic insulation while maintaining the elegance of Haussmannian proportions.
An ideal solution for listed or character buildings
Our heritage wooden joinery is designed for Haussmannian buildings, private mansions, historic townhouses, or listed renovations. With bespoke manufacturing and an in-depth understanding of the requirements of the Architects of Historic Buildings (ABF), we offer a complete, technical, and aesthetic solution.
Why choose Mestre Raposa for your traditional windows?
- Total respect for original proportions and moldings
- Authentic mouton and gueule de loup profile
- High-quality wood species selected for their stability and durability
- Bespoke finishes (wood types, paints, stains)
- Customized glazing bars
- High-performance glazing
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Crémones, espagnolettes, and fiches turlupet: details that make the difference
Traditional closures are an essential component of the charm of Haussmann-style wooden windows. We offer a wide selection of surface-mounted crémone bolts and espagnolettes, available in different finishes and colors, to perfectly harmonize with the joinery. The fiches turlupet, decorative hinges, are the final touch to enhance the classic appearance or faithfully reproduce an old model.
FAQ
What is special about a window with a mouton and gueule de loup profile?
This traditional profile allows for perfect interlocking of the sashes thanks to a specific rabbet. It ensures elegant aesthetics and good sealing, typical of old wooden windows.
Can Haussmannian windows accommodate double glazing?
Yes. Our bespoke wooden windows are designed to accommodate insulating glazing while preserving the fine proportions and moldings characteristic of the Haussmannian style.
Do you offer identical reproductions for listed buildings?
Absolutely. Our old-style wooden joinery is designed to meet the specifications of heritage restoration, with faithful reproduction of profiles, fittings, and period finishes.