VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window in Lauderhill, FL | TruePane Windows & Doors

The VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window is a vertical-glide aluminum window built for homeowners in Lauderhill who want clean sightlines, low-maintenance operation, and a window that holds up to South Florida humidity without warping or sticking. TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means you get the product and the installation from one accountable local team. We measure, order, install, and stand behind the whole job. If you’re pricing new hung windows for a Lauderhill home, call (850) 303-7739 for a free on-site estimate.

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Product Overview - VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

The VLX 500 series is ViewLux’s classic vertical-glide aluminum hung window, designed for homeowners who want a traditional double-hung look without the maintenance headaches that come with wood or vinyl. The sashes slide up and down on a smooth track, and both sashes tilt inward so you can clean the exterior glass from inside the house. For second-story bedrooms in Lauderhill, that tilt-in feature eliminates the need for a ladder.

What sets this window apart is the aluminum construction. Aluminum doesn’t absorb moisture, so it won’t swell, rot, or warp in Lauderhill’s humid summers the way wood frames can. The profile is narrow enough to preserve glass area, which means more natural light and better views, but the engineering underneath is serious. We’ve installed the VLX 500 in ranch homes off NW 47th Avenue, lakefront properties near the Inverrary area, and newer construction throughout central Lauderhill. It fits all of them cleanly.

Buyers choose the VLX 500 when they want a window that looks crisp, operates quietly, and won’t need repainting every few years. The finish is baked onto the aluminum, not applied like paint, so it resists fading even on west-facing walls that take the full afternoon sun.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what you’re getting with the VLX 500, in plain numbers:

• Wall thickness: 0.079 inches (just under 2 millimeters) of extruded aluminum, which gives the frame structural rigidity without bulky sightlines.
• Profile width: 2.36 inches. This is the visible frame width from the outside. Slim enough for a contemporary look, wide enough to house the weather-stripping and balance mechanism.
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, and Laminated. Each can be combined with impact-rated interlayers for hurricane zones.
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, and Teak Wood.
• Screen options: Half-screen (covers the lower sash only) or full-screen (covers the entire opening).
• Operation: Single hung (bottom sash moves only) or double hung (both sashes move and tilt in).

Thermal break technology is standard on the VLX 500, and the window carries an NFRC-rated energy performance label. That rating matters for building code compliance in Broward County and for any energy-efficiency rebate program you may be considering.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency - The VLX 500 frame includes a thermal break that separates the interior and exterior aluminum surfaces. That break slows heat transfer through the metal, which is especially important in Lauderhill where summer sun blasts windows for hours. Pair the thermally broken frame with Low-E glass and your cooling load drops noticeably. The NFRC rating gives you a verifiable number to compare against other windows, not a marketing claim.

Acoustic Performance - Aluminum frames with proper weather-stripping and insulated glass reduce outside noise meaningfully. If you live in Lauderhill near University Drive, the Turnpike, or Commercial Boulevard, traffic hum is a daily reality. The VLX 500’s sealed air chamber between the glass panes plus the compression gaskets around the sash cut transmitted sound better than single-pane or loose-fitting older windows.

Airtightness & Weather Seal - Every VLX 500 sash sits against continuous compression gaskets that close the gap between sash and frame. When the window is locked, the sashes pull tight against those seals. That’s what keeps conditioned air in and humid outside air out. Airtightness also prevents the “wind whistling” problem that older aluminum windows in Lauderhill are notorious for.

Waterproofing - The VLX 500 frame has integral drainage channels that divert water away from the track and out through weep holes at the sill. This isn’t a caulked-over afterthought. It’s designed into the extrusion so driving rain during a Florida afternoon storm drains out instead of pooling inside the track and seeping into the wall. Proper installation matters here, and we install per AAMA 2400/2410 standards with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on every perimeter joint.

Wind Resistance - Lauderhill sits in a high-velocity wind zone, and windows here need to hold up to wind-load requirements in the Florida Building Code. The VLX 500 is wind-load rated for the local climate, and with laminated impact glass, it can be configured for missile-impact resistance. That’s the glass-and-window combination that protects your home during a named storm. We’ll help you confirm the right configuration for your specific opening sizes and exposure.

Security & Hardware - The VLX 500 includes a positive-locking mechanism that pulls the sashes into the frame, not just a flimsy thumb latch. Locked double-hung windows are one of the harder entry points for forced access. The aluminum frame itself resists prying far better than vinyl. Tempered or laminated glass adds another layer: tempered shatters into harmless fragments, while laminated stays in its frame even after a sharp impact.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 500 comes in six finishes. Pure White and Anodized Silver are the most common choices in Lauderhill because they match existing aluminum windows and keep the interior bright. Premium Black is the fastest-growing choice for modern and transitional homes, especially on white or light-gray stucco where the contrast defines the window line. Bronze works beautifully on mid-century ranch homes still common in older Lauderhill neighborhoods. Champagne has a warm, muted gold tone that suits Mediterranean-style exteriors. Teak Wood replicates the look of natural wood grain on an aluminum frame, so you get the traditional look without the rot and repainting.

Glass choice depends on which room the window is going in. Clear glass is the budget baseline. Low-E is the energy play, reflecting infrared heat while letting visible light through. Frosted works for bathrooms and ground-floor windows where you want light but not visibility. Tempered glass is the code-required safety glass for windows near doors, in shower enclosures, or within 18 inches of the floor. Laminated glass is the hurricane and security option, and in Lauderhill it’s the one we discuss most during storm-season conversations.

Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Lauderhill

Here’s the thing about windows: a great product installed badly is a leak. A mid-range product installed to standard lasts decades. Installation is everything, which is why we don’t subcontract this work out.

Our process begins with a pre-install inspection of every opening. We measure the rough opening, check the existing frame for rot or termite damage, confirm the wall is plumb, and identify any issues before we order. Ordering the wrong size is the most expensive mistake in window installation, and it’s the one we’re most careful to avoid.

On install day, every VLX 500 goes in level, plumb, and square. That’s not negotiable. An out-of-square window binds, leaks, and voids the warranty. We set the frame, shim as needed, and fasten per ViewLux’s installation instructions. The perimeter gets AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant, applied as a continuous bead around the entire frame. That foam expands to fill every gap without distorting the frame. Then we flash and seal the exterior per AAMA 2400/2410, run a water test, and check sash operation before we call the job done.

Why does this matter in Lauderhill specifically? Because our afternoon thunderstorms dump water fast, and your windows are the first line of defense. A window that’s caulked carelessly or set in a twisted opening will leak within the first year. We’ve rebuilt openings in Lauderhill homes where previous installs were done by a handyman with a tube of silicone and a level that was never taken out of the box. You don’t want that.

Also: ViewLux’s warranty is tied to proper installation. If the window isn’t installed to their specifications, the warranty can be denied. When TruePane installs your VLX 500, you keep the manufacturer’s warranty intact because we’re an authorized partner doing work to their documented standard.

Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

What is the lead time for the VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window? The VLX 500 is typically manufactured and delivered within 3 to 4 weeks from order confirmation in the Lauderhill area. Custom sizes and laminated or impact glass can extend that to 5 or 6 weeks. We order as soon as your measurements are confirmed. Call (850) 303-7739 to get a firm timeline for your specific configuration.

Does the VLX 500 qualify for energy tax credits? Yes, in most configurations. The VLX 500 with Low-E glass and the standard thermal break usually meets the ENERGY STAR criteria for the South Florida climate zone, which is the threshold for the federal energy-efficiency windows credit. We’ll give you the NFRC performance label for your specific glass package so you can confirm eligibility with your tax professional. Call (850) 303-7739 and we’ll help you pick the right glass to qualify.

What warranty comes with the VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window? The VLX 500 carries ViewLux’s transferable limited warranty, which covers the frame, sash, and hardware against manufacturing defects, along with a separate glass warranty for seal failure. TruePane Windows & Doors also backs our installation workmanship with our own written warranty, so you have one call to make if anything ever goes wrong. We’ll walk you through the full warranty terms at your free estimate; call (850) 303-7739.

Can I customize the size of the VLX 500? Yes. The VLX 500 is available in custom widths and heights within the manufacturer’s size limits, not just standard catalog sizes. That means we can often match the exact opening dimensions of an existing window in your Lauderhill home without reframing the wall. We’ll measure every opening precisely so the window is made to fit, not fit by force. Call (850) 303-7739 to schedule a measurement.

How do I maintain aluminum frames in South Florida? Wash the frames and tracks with mild soap and water two or three times a year, and keep the weep holes at the bottom of the track clear of debris. In Lauderhill’s salt-adjacent air, a seasonal rinse removes the fine grime that builds up and keeps the finish looking new. The tilt-in sashes make the glass easy to clean from inside. The finish itself never needs painting or staining. For stuck sashes or track issues, call us rather than forcing anything; a sticky window usually means a balance or roller needs a five-minute adjustment, not replacement.

Get a Quote - VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window in Lauderhill

If you’re replacing windows in Lauderhill and the VLX 500 Single & Double Hung is on your list, let’s get you a real number. We come out, measure every opening, review your glass and finish options, and give you a written line-item quote with the product, installation, and any disposal fees spelled out. No surprise change orders. Call (850) 303-7739 to schedule your free on-site estimate today.

Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Lauderhill, FL.