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The VLX 80 Awning Window is a top-hinged aluminum window built for one thing Boca Raton homeowners constantly ask us about: keeping fresh air moving during afternoon rain without letting water inside. It’s also one of the most energy-efficient aluminum frames we install, thanks to a genuine thermal break that stops heat from conducting through the metal. TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means you get factory-backed product quality and a local Boca Raton crew that measures, orders, and installs everything to AAMA standards. Call (561) 264-1337 for a free on-site measurement.
Product Overview - VLX 80 Awning Window
The VLX 80 opens outward from the top, pushing the sash up and away from the frame like a small canopy. That geometry is the whole point: rain hits the glass and runs off instead of entering the room, so you can leave the window cracked open during a Boca Raton downpour and keep air circulating through the house. For kitchens, bathrooms, second-story bedrooms, and any wall where horizontal space matters, the awning configuration makes more sense than a slider or casement.
ViewLux engineers this series around a 1.97-inch profile width and a wall thickness of 0.079 inches. Those numbers translate into a frame that resists flexing and keeps its square over decades of opening and closing. The aluminum won’t warp in high humidity, won’t swell after storm season, and won’t attract termites, which matters in South Florida more than most people realize until they’ve replaced water-damaged wood frames.
Buyers choose the VLX 80 when they want the clean sightlines of aluminum but refuse to sacrifice energy performance. The thermal break separates the interior and exterior aluminum, cutting conductive heat transfer that makes cheap aluminum frames sweat and spike your AC bill. In Boca Raton, where windows face direct sun for most of the year, that one engineering feature changes how the room feels.
The frame accepts fixed or retractable screens, multiple glass packages including laminated impact glass, and six finish options that work with everything from Mizner-inspired estates to clean coastal-modern builds. It is, in practical terms, a ventilation window that punches well above its size on energy ratings.
Call TruePane Windows & Doors at (561) 264-1337 to schedule a free estimate and see VLX 80 samples at your home in Boca Raton.
Technical Specifications
Below are the numbers and options that define the VLX 80 Awning Window. We keep this section updated with current ViewLux manufacturing data so you’re comparing accurate specs, not recycled brochure numbers.
- Frame wall thickness: 0.079 inches
- Profile width: 1.97 inches
- Operation: Top-hinged awning, outward-opening
- Frame material: Extruded aluminum with thermal break
- Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
- Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
- Screen options: Fixed Screen, Retractable Screen
- Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant, installed by TruePane Windows & Doors
- Perimeter sealing: AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on all joints
- Energy rating: NFRC-rated thermal performance via thermal break design
- Impact option: Laminated impact-resistant glass available for wind-borne debris zones
Every VLX 80 we order for Boulder-area clients is sized to the opening, not pulled from stock. Lead times run 3 to 5 weeks depending on glass and finish selections, and we confirm a written delivery window before you sign anything.
Performance Features
Thermal Efficiency - The VLX 80 carries a thermal break that isolates the exterior aluminum from the interior. That break is the main reason this window earns NFRC-rated energy performance instead of behaving like a solid metal heat bridge. In Boca Raton, where summer sun hits glass hard from morning to evening, the difference shows up in lower cooling loads and windows that don’t feel warm to the touch from inside.
Acoustic Performance - Aluminum frames with a proper thermal break also reduce sound transmission better than hollow, non-broken profiles. Pair the VLX 80 with laminated glass and you get meaningful noise reduction for homes near Federal Highway, Palmetto Park Road, or any of the busier corridors where road noise filters through older single-pane windows.
Airtightness & Weather Seal - The awning design compresses the sash against the frame gasket when closed, which creates a tighter seal than typical sliding windows. TruePane installs every VLX 80 with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on all perimeter joints, eliminating the micro-gaps that let humid air and exhaust intrusion happen over time.
Waterproofing - The top-hinged geometry plus a continuous perimeter seal means water drains away from the opening instead of pooling at the sill. This is the window you want in a Boca Raton bathroom or kitchen where windows sit above sinks and counters. We also slope and flash every opening per AAMA 2400/2410 so drainage works at the rough opening level, not just at the frame.
Wind Resistance - The 0.079-inch wall thickness and 1.97-inch profile width give the VLX 80 enough structural stiffness to meet local wind-load requirements. When you select laminated impact glass, the assembly becomes a legitimate storm-hardening product for homes in Boca Raton’s wind-borne debris zone. Ask us about your specific elevation and code path during the estimate.
Security & Hardware - Awning windows lock by pulling the sash tight against the frame, and the hardware sits at the bottom of the sash where it’s harder to reach from outside. Multi-point locking is available on this series. Coupled with laminated glass, the VLX 80 makes a second-story window much less of an easy entry point.
Color & Glass Options
The VLX 80 comes in six finishes, and we’re happy to bring physical samples to your Boca Raton home so you can see how each one reads against your stucco, stone, or siding.
Premium Black is the current favorite for modern and transitional homes in East Boca and along the Intracoastal, where dark frames create strong contrast against light walls. Pure White works best in older condos and Mediterranean-style homes where bright frames blend into trim. Anodized Silver gives a crisp metallic finish that suits mid-century and industrial design. Bronze and Champagne are warmer neutrals that match the earthy tones common in Mizner-style and Spanish Revival buildings. Teak Wood is a wood-grain finish for anyone who likes the look of wood without the maintenance of real timber in South Florida humidity.
On the glass side, Clear is the economical standard. Frosted works well for bathrooms and side yards where privacy matters more than views. Low-E coating blocks a significant share of solar heat and UV, which helps furniture and floors fade slower. Tempered glass is safety-rated and required by code in certain locations. Laminated glass is the impact-rated option, constructed with an interlayer that holds the glass together if something hits it, and it also delivers the best sound reduction of the group.
Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Boca Raton
We’ve replaced enough windows in Boca Raton to know that a great product installed poorly is still a failed window. That’s why we run every VLX 80 installation through the same process, whether it’s one window or a whole elevation.
Pre-install inspection: Before we order anything, we measure the opening, check the rough framing for rot or settlement, and document the condition of the existing waterproofing. If we find something wrong, you’ll know before we start.
Level, plumb, and square: Once the old window is out, we set the VLX 80 so the frame is dead level and square. An out-of-square awning window binds at the hinges and won’t seal properly, no matter how good the frame is. We don’t rush this step.
Perimeter sealing: We apply AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant to all perimeter joints, then flash and seal the exterior per AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards. Low-expansion foam matters because high-expansion foam can bow an aluminum frame and ruin the sash alignment.
Final water test and cleanup: Every install gets a visual water test around the perimeter before we call it done. Then we haul the old window, sweep the work area, and walk you through operation and hardware care.
One thing to know: ViewLux warranties the product, but improper installation voids that warranty. The most common way people lose coverage is by having the frame set out of square or sealed with the wrong product. Working with TruePane Windows & Doors means installation is done by a licensed, insured crew that installs ViewLux products to the manufacturer’s expectations and AAMA best practices, so your warranty stays intact.
Boca Raton building code and coastal elevation requirements change depending on where your home sits. If your property falls in a wind-borne debris zone, we handle the paperwork and make sure the glass package you order meets what the city requires.
Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 80 Awning Window
Most VLX 80 orders arrive 3 to 5 weeks after the order is placed, depending on the glass and finish combination. Standard Clear glass with stock finishes lands on the shorter end. Laminated impact glass or custom sizes add time. TruePane confirms a written delivery window before you commit, and we schedule your installation date around the arrival, not before it. Call (561) 264-1337 for a current lead-time quote.
Eligibility depends on the specific glass package, your home’s location, and current federal and state incentive programs. The thermal break and Low-E glass combinations on the VLX 80 are the features that typically determine whether a window meets Energy Star requirements. We can run your configuration through current criteria during the estimate and tell you whether your selection qualifies, plus whether Florida offers any additional rebates at the time of purchase. For exact eligibility on your project, call (561) 264-1337.
The VLX 80 is covered by ViewLux’s manufacturer warranty on the frame and components, with separate coverage terms on glass and hardware. TruePane Windows & Doors also stands behind our installation work with our own workmanship warranty. The important detail is that warranty coverage only applies when the window is installed correctly, which is why we document every installation and install to AAMA 2400/2410 standards.
Yes. ViewLux builds the VLX 80 to the opening size, within the structural and wind-load limits of the frame. That means we can accommodate unusual rough openings, replacement scenarios where the existing opening isn’t a standard size, and multi-window configurations where several awnings are mulled together. We measure every opening on site before ordering to make sure the window fits the actual frame, not just the nominal size.
Aluminum handles South Florida humidity and salt air far better than wood or vinyl, but it still wants basic maintenance. Clean the frames and tracks with mild soap and water a few times a year, especially after heavy pollen or salt spray season. Keep the drainage weep holes clear so water exits the track as designed. Check the perimeter sealant annually and re-seal if you see cracks or gaps, which we can do during a service visit. Apply a light silicone lubricant to hinges and locking hardware if they ever feel stiff.
Get a Quote - VLX 80 Awning Window in Boca Raton
If you’re ready to price out VLX 80 Awning Windows for your Boca Raton home, start with a free on-site measurement and line-item quote. We’ll bring finish and glass samples, check your openings, and give you a written price before any commitment. Call TruePane Windows & Doors at (561) 264-1337 or fill out our project request form and we’ll reach out to schedule your visit.
Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Boca Raton, FL and surrounding communities as an authorized ViewLux installation partner.
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