VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window in West Palm Beach, FL | Lightwell Windows West Palm Beach

The VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window gives West Palm Beach homeowners the classic vertical-glide design they love without the maintenance headaches that come with older wood or vinyl frames. Built from extruded aluminum with a slim 2.36-inch profile, this window looks sharp on everything from 1950s ranch homes to new coastal contemporary builds. Lightwell Windows West Palm Beach installs the VLX 500 as an authorized ViewLux partner, so you get factory-backed product quality plus local installation crews who understand South Florida wind loads and salt air. Call (728) 203-1160 to schedule a free measurement.

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Product Overview – VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

Single and double hung windows remain the most popular window style in American homes, and for good reason. They work in traditional architecture, they’re easy to operate, and they fit into existing rough openings without major structural changes. The VLX 500 takes that familiar form and executes it in aluminum, which solves the two problems that plague older hung windows in West Palm Beach: warping and rot.

The design is straightforward. The single hung version has a fixed upper sash and an operable lower sash that glides up and down. The double hung lets both sashes move, which improves airflow in West Palm Beach’s humid months. Either way, the sashes tilt inward, so you can clean both sides of the glass from inside your home. No ladders, no pulling screens out from the second story.

What makes the VLX 500 stand out among aluminum hung windows is the wall thickness. At 0.079 inches, the extrusions resist racking and twisting far better than the thin profiles you’d find in a builder-grade window. That matters in West Palm Beach, where afternoon thunderstorms and hurricane season put real stress on window frames. The hardware is machined, not stamped, and the balance system holds the sash in place without sagging over time.

Buyers in West Palm Beach choose this series because they want a window that looks crisp, operates smoothly year after year, and doesn’t need repainting. Aluminum doesn’t absorb moisture, so termites ignore it and humidity can’t cause it to swell or bind. Lightwell Windows West Palm Beach recommends the VLX 500 for homeowners replacing original jalousie windows, upgrading from builder vinyl, or building new construction where clean lines and narrow sightlines are part of the design brief.

Technical Specifications

Here are the numbers that define the VLX 500. We’ve reworded the manufacturer data so you can compare it to other products without wading through spec-sheet jargon.

• Profile width: 2.36 inches, giving the frame a substantial look without eating into glass area.
• Wall thickness: 0.079 inches of extruded aluminum, engineered for structural stability in high-wind zones.
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, and Laminated. Mix and match per sash if needed.
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, and Teak Wood.
• Screen options: Half-screen for single hung, full screen for double hung configurations.
• Sill style: Sloped sill profile that sheds water quickly during West Palm Beach downpours.
• Operating style: Tilt-in sashes on both single and double hung versions for interior cleaning access.
• Thermal performance: Thermally broken frame with NFRC-rated energy data available upon request.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency
The VLX 500 uses a thermal break between the interior and exterior aluminum faces, cutting conductive heat transfer through the frame. In West Palm Beach, that means your AC doesn’t fight a metal radiator in summer. NFRC-rated performance data is available for each glass configuration we quote.

Acoustic Performance
Aluminum extrusions with proper glazing channels hold glass rigidly, which reduces vibration and outside noise. Laminated glass takes that further, damping sound from traffic or nearby construction. We’ve installed VLX 500 windows on homes along busy corridors where noise reduction was a top priority.

Airtightness & Weather Seal
Every VLX 500 we install gets AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant applied to all perimeter joints. The weather stripping is compression-fit at the meeting rails, so there’s no sloppy air path between sashes. The result is a window that stays tight when the wind blows and keeps conditioned air inside where it belongs.

Waterproofing
The interlocking meeting rail on the double hung version channels water away from the interior. Combined with the sloped sill and the perimeter foam seal, the VLX 500 handles West Palm Beach’s 60-plus inches of annual rainfall without puddling or leaking into the wall cavity.

Wind Resistance
The VLX 500 is wind-load rated for South Florida climate requirements, and the laminated glass upgrade gives you impact-resistant protection without adding a bulky storm shutter. We’re seeing strong demand for the laminated configuration in West Palm Beach neighborhoods close to the coast.

Security & Hardware
The lock mechanism on the VLX 500 is a positive-action cam lock, not a plastic clip. The sashes sit deep in the frame channels, making forced entry from the outside far more difficult than with vinyl frames that flex under pressure. Tempered glass is available for ground-floor windows where code or safety demands it.

Color & Glass Options

The finish choices on the VLX 500 cover most design directions you’ll see across West Palm Beach’s neighborhoods. Premium Black reads modern and works beautifully on white stucco homes or paired with black hardware. Pure White keeps things classic on traditional Floridian architecture and disappears into the wall plane. Anodized Silver has a metallic sheen that suits mid-century modern ranches and commercial-style builds. Bronze offers a warm dark tone that pairs well with natural stone and terracotta roofs. Champagne is a light neutral with subtle warmth, popular on Mediterranean-style homes. Teak Wood gives you the look of stained wood without the upkeep, which is ideal for West Palm Beach properties where sun and humidity beat up real timber quickly.

On the glass side, Clear is the budget-friendly baseline. Frosted works for bathrooms and street-facing windows where privacy matters. Low-E is the energy-efficiency champion, reflecting infrared heat while letting visible light through. Tempered is heat-strengthened for safety and is often required by code for windows near doors or floors. Laminated gives you impact resistance and acoustic benefits, and it’s the option we recommend most for West Palm Beach homes within a few miles of the coast.

Installation by Lightwell Windows West Palm Beach in West Palm Beach

We’ve installed enough windows in West Palm Beach to know that a great product can be ruined by a sloppy installation. The VLX 500 is no exception. When an aluminum window goes in out of square, the sashes bind. When the perimeter isn’t sealed properly, you get water intrusion behind the stucco. When the flashing isn’t right, you’re chasing leaks for years.

Our process starts with a pre-install inspection of the rough opening. We check for rotted framing, termite damage, and proper header support before we order anything. That’s a step many contractors skip, and it’s one of the biggest reasons window replacements fail in South Florida. If the opening needs repair, we tell you before we install, not after.

On install day, every VLX 500 goes in level, plumb, and square. We shim the frame, check it, and re-check it before any fasteners go in. Then we apply AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant to all perimeter joints, which seals the gap between the window and the rough opening without bowing the frame. Flashing and trim finish the exterior. Every installation follows AAMA 2400 and AAMA 2410 standards, which are the recognized benchmarks for window installation in the US.

After the window is set, we run a water test at the perimeter, operate the sashes through their full range, and clean up the site. We haul away old windows and debris. You’re left with a finished opening that doesn’t leak, doesn’t whistle in the wind, and opens and closes the way the VLX 500 was designed to.

One thing worth saying plainly: a DIY or handyman installation voids the manufacturer’s warranty. ViewLux warranties the product when it’s installed by an authorized partner like Lightwell Windows West Palm Beach. We handle the warranty paperwork and our workmanship is backed by our own guarantee. In West Palm Beach’s climate, that protection matters.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

What is the lead time for the VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window?
Most VLX 500 orders in West Palm Beach arrive at our shop within 3 to 5 weeks depending on glass configuration and finish availability. Custom sizes and laminated glass can add a week or two. Call (728) 203-1160 and we’ll give you a firm timeline for your specific order before you sign anything.

Does the VLX 500 qualify for energy tax credits?
The VLX 500 with Low-E glass may qualify for federal energy efficiency incentives if the glass package meets the current ENERGY STAR requirements for the Southern climate zone. Eligibility changes year to year, so we’ll confirm your specific configuration at quote time. Call (728) 203-1160 to discuss glass packages.

What warranty comes with the Single & Double Hung Window?
The VLX 500 carries a manufacturer’s warranty through ViewLux, which covers the frame, glass, and hardware when installed by an authorized partner. Lightwell Windows West Palm Beach also covers our installation workmanship. Call (728) 203-1160 and we’ll walk you through the full warranty terms for your configuration.

Can I customize the size of the VLX 500?
Yes. The VLX 500 is built to order to fit your rough openings. That means you’re not limited to stock sizes, which is a real advantage in West Palm Beach where older homes often have non-standard window dimensions from decades of additions and renovations.

How do I maintain aluminum frames in West Palm Beach’s climate?
Rinse the frames and tracks with fresh water every few months to remove salt buildup if you’re near the coast, and wipe down the weather stripping once a year with a silicone lubricant. The powder-coated finishes on the VLX 500 don’t need repainting. That’s the whole point.

Get a Quote – VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window in West Palm Beach

If you’re ready to price the VLX 500 for your West Palm Beach home, start with a free on-site measurement. We’ll check your openings, discuss glass and finish options, and give you a written line-item quote before any work begins. Call (728) 203-1160 to talk through your project or schedule a visit. No pressure, no budget games, just straight answers from an authorized ViewLux installation partner.

Written by the team at Lightwell Windows West Palm Beach, serving West Palm Beach and surrounding Palm Beach County communities.