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The VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window brings classic vertical-glide operation to Doral homes with the strength of aluminum and the convenience of tilt-in sashes for easy cleaning. Homeowners across Doral choose this series when they want a window that handles South Florida humidity without warping, swelling, or jamming. As an authorized ViewLux installation partner, TruePane Windows & Doors supplies and installs the VLX 500 with full manufacturer warranty protection. We handle everything from measurement to final inspection, so you never deal with a middleman. Call (386) 854-7948 to schedule your free on-site measurement in Doral.
Product Overview - VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window
The VLX 500 is a classic vertical-glide aluminum hung window with tilt-in sashes for easy cleaning. Both the top and bottom sash move independently on the double hung version, giving you ventilation control from either direction. The single hung configuration keeps the top sash fixed while the bottom glides, which suits tighter budgets without sacrificing the look.
Aluminum is the smart frame material in Doral. Unlike wood, it will not rot in the humidity. Unlike vinyl, it will not soften or bow under the afternoon sun reflecting off Doral’s stucco and concrete construction. The VLX 500 uses a 0.079″ wall thickness on its extrusions, which is thicker than many economy aluminum windows sold in South Florida. That extra metal translates directly to less flex, straighter sightlines, and hardware that stays aligned year after year.
Architecturally, this series fits right into the Mediterranean style homes, mid-century ranches, and modern builds you see throughout Doral. The profile width runs just 2.36 inches, which keeps the frame slim enough to maximize glass area while still carrying the structural rigidity aluminum is known for. Buyers gravitate to this series when they want a window that looks clean from the curb, operates smoothly for decades, and never needs painting.
TruePane Windows & Doors installs the VLX 500 as a complete unit, so the frame, sashes, balances, and hardware ship as one tested assembly. That means fewer moving parts on site, tighter tolerances, and a window that simply works from day one.
Technical Specifications
- Frame material: Extruded aluminum with 0.079″ wall thickness
- Profile width: 2.36 inches
- Operation: Single hung (bottom sash glides) or double hung (both sashes glide)
- Cleaning: Tilt-in sashes on both configurations
- Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
- Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
- Screen options: Half-screen or full-screen
- Performance standards: Thermal break technology, NFRC-rated energy performance, AAMA 2400/2410 installation compliance, AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on perimeter joints
- Impact option: Impact-resistant laminated glass available for wind-borne debris zones
Every VLX 500 we install in Doral is sized to your exact rough opening. We do not stock standard sizes and force your home to fit them. The window gets built for the opening, not the other way around.
Performance Features
Thermal Efficiency
The VLX 500 incorporates a thermal break that separates the interior and exterior aluminum surfaces. Aluminum is an excellent conductor of heat, so without that break, your air conditioning leaks straight through the frame. With the break in place, the window carries NFRC-rated energy performance numbers that hold up against Doral’s cooling loads. Pair it with Low-E glass and you will feel the difference on your electric bill.
Acoustic Performance
Doral sits under flight paths and alongside busy corridors like NW 87th Avenue. The VLX 500’s solid aluminum construction and proper perimeter sealing reduce exterior noise meaningfully when paired with laminated glass. For bedrooms facing the street or homes near Doral’s commercial zones, we recommend the laminated glass option specifically for the acoustic dampening, not just impact protection.
Airtightness & Weather Seal
South Florida air carries enough moisture to feed mold behind a leaky window frame. The VLX 500 uses compression weatherstripping at every sash contact point. Combined with TruePane’s installation method, which follows AAMA 2400/2410 standards, the result is a window assembly that does not let Doral’s muggy outside air sneak in around the edges.
Waterproofing
During installation, we apply AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant along every perimeter joint. This is not spray foam from a can. It is a closed-cell product formulated for window installation that expands slowly, fills gaps completely, and will not bow the frame. Combined with the VLX 500’s built-in weep system, water that hits the window drains out, not into your wall cavity.
Wind Resistance
The VLX 500 is wind-load rated for South Florida’s climate requirements. During summer thunderstorms and the occasional tropical storm that clips Doral, wind-driven rain pushes against your windows with real force. The 0.079″ wall thickness and aluminum construction mean the frame holds its shape. Spec the impact-resistant laminated glass option and you have a window tested for wind-borne debris protection.
Security & Hardware
The VLX 500 comes with cam-action locks that pull the sashes tight against the frame, not flimsy thumb latches that rattle loose. Tilt-in operation requires deliberate movement of the tilt latches, which means the sashes cannot be popped out from outside. For ground-floor windows in Doral, this is a meaningful security upgrade over older builder-grade windows.
Color & Glass Options
The VLX 500 comes in six finishes. Premium Black reads sharp and modern on the contemporary white stucco homes popping up across Doral. Pure White blends into traditional trim packages and disappears visually. Anodized Silver gives you that raw aluminum look with a durable factory finish that will not flake. Bronze and Champagne both pair beautifully with the earth-tone roofs and stone accents common in Doral’s older neighborhoods. Teak Wood offers a warm wood appearance in aluminum, ideal if you want the look of wood without termite worries.
Glass selection depends on where the window goes. Clear is the budget baseline. Frosted works for bathrooms and side yards where privacy matters more than the view. Low-E is our default recommendation in Doral because it cuts the solar heat entering your home. Tempered meets impact-safety code for windows near doors and low sill heights. Laminated adds both impact resistance and sound control, the right call for street-facing windows on busy Doral blocks.
Screens are available as half-screen or full-screen depending on your ventilation preferences.
Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Doral
An aluminum window is only as good as its installation. A VLX 500 set out of level will bind, the weatherstripping will not seat, and the sashes will not lock properly. Worse, the manufacturer warranty does not cover failures caused by improper installation. That is the risk of hiring a general handyman for a window project in Doral.
At TruePane Windows & Doors, the installation follows a defined process on every job. First, we inspect the rough opening for rot, termite damage, or structural issues before the window ever goes in. In Doral, older homes sometimes hide water damage behind the existing frame, especially on south-facing walls that catch storms. We address what we find before the new window goes in, not after.
Next, we set the frame level, plumb, and square. We shim at the anchor points, not randomly, so the frame carries load the way the manufacturer designed it. Then we apply AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant along the entire perimeter. Every joint. No gaps. The foam seals, insulates, and blocks moisture simultaneously.
We anchor per AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards, which cover the full spectrum of installation detailing for fenestration products. Flashing, sealing, drainage, anchoring. All of it. After the window is in, we run a water test to confirm the drainage path works, then clean the site completely. No scraps, no sealant smears, no mess.
Doral’s climate means windows here face a tougher life than windows installed in drier parts of the country. Humidity, salt-adjacent air from the coast, intense UV exposure, and seasonal wind all take a toll. Proper installation is the difference between a window that looks and works great for 25 years versus one that leaks in year three. That is why TruePane installs every VLX 500 the same way every time.
Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window
Lead time for the VLX 500 in Doral typically runs three to five weeks from confirmed measurements and deposit, depending on glass type and finish selected. Custom sizes and laminated glass can add time. Call (386) 854-7948 and we will give you a current lead time based on your exact configuration during the estimate.
Whether the VLX 500 qualifies for federal or Florida energy incentives depends on the glass package selected, the NFRC ratings on that specific configuration, and current program requirements. Low-E glass with a suitable solar heat gain coefficient is generally required for South Florida. We can review the numbers with you when you get your quote. Call (386) 854-7948 and ask us to run the energy numbers for your Doral project.
The VLX 500 carries the manufacturer warranty from and that warranty stays valid only when the window is installed by an authorized partner like TruePane Windows & Doors in Doral. Frame, glass, and hardware coverage terms are included with your quote documentation. We walk every customer through exactly what is covered before you sign anything.
Yes. The VLX 500 is built to your rough opening dimensions. We measure every opening precisely, account for shim space and sealant, and order windows that fit your Doral home without oversized gaps or forced fits. Large openings may require mullion reinforcement, which we discuss during the estimate. Call (386) 854-7948 to schedule a free on-site measurement.
Aluminum frames on the VLX 500 need very little maintenance in Doral. Wash the frames with mild soap and water twice a year, keep the track clear of debris, and check the weatherstripping annually. No painting, no sealing, no termite treatments. The tilt-in sashes make both sides of the glass accessible from inside your Doral home, which keeps the cleaning simple and ladder-free. For any questions about your specific windows, call (386) 854-7948.
Get a Quote - VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window in Doral
Ready to see real numbers? TruePane Windows & Doors will measure your Doral home’s openings, walk you through glass and finish options, and hand you a written line-item quote with no surprises and no change orders later. Call (386) 854-7948 to schedule your free on-site measurement and get your VLX 500 project started.
Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Doral, FL.
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Impact systems engineered to design pressures up to +/-100, matched to your wind zone - your openings hold when the storm arrives.
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Laminated impact glass shuts out up to 40% of outside noise - traffic, neighbors, weather.
Monitoring services run $30-90 a month. Laminated impact glass resists forced entry around the clock, with no subscription.
Florida homeowners average around 25% savings on the windstorm portion of their policy after protecting every opening - some homes qualify for more.
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