Abstract: A method for producing a window assembly that comprises providing a glass pane having an outer surface, and providing a plurality of frame assemblies that cooperate with one another to surround the glass pane. The method also includes covering at least a select one of the frame assemblies with at least one cover member having an outer surface. The method further includes covering at least a portion of the outer surface of the glass pane and at least a portion of the outer surface of the at least one cover member with a protective member such that the at least one cover member and the protective member are adapted to be removed from the window assembly subsequent to installation of the window assembly.