VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

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

The VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window is a classic vertical-glide aluminum window built for Florida living. Sashes slide up and down, and both tilt inward so you can clean the exterior glass from inside your home, no ladder required. It’s a window that suits ranch homes, two-story colonials, and contemporary builds across Pembroke Pines equally well. TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means we supply and install this series with the full manufacturer warranty intact. Call (863) 208-6105 to talk specs, pricing, or a free measurement.

Product Overview - VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

The VLX 500 series is ViewLux’s take on the most recognizable window style in American architecture. A single hung window keeps the top sash fixed while the bottom sash operates. A double hung lets both sashes move, which improves airflow and gives you more control over ventilation. Both versions in the VLX 500 line share the same frame engineering, the same glass package options, and the same tilt-in sash mechanism that makes cleaning genuinely painless.

What sets this series apart is the aluminum frame. Aluminum holds its shape in heat and humidity better than vinyl, which matters in Pembroke Pines where summer temperatures routinely climb into the 90s and afternoon storms roll through from May to October. The frame won’t warp, sag, or stick the way lower-grade materials sometimes do after a few seasons of thermal cycling. The walls measure 0.079 inches thick, giving the extrusion enough structural mass to resist racking while keeping sightlines clean and narrow.

We see this window specified most often in three situations. First, homeowners replacing original single-pane aluminum windows from the 1970s and 80s who want the same architectural character with modern glass. Second, builders and remodelers working in communities like SilverLakes, Pembroke Falls, and Chapel Trail who need a dependable mid-to-premium hung window that stays on schedule. Third, anyone who wants low-maintenance windows that don’t need repainting and still look sharp ten years in.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what the VLX 500 brings to the table, spec by spec.

• Frame material: Extruded aluminum with a 0.079-inch wall thickness for structural rigidity
• Profile width: 2.36 inches, a slim sightline that maximizes glass area
• Operation: Single hung (bottom sash operates) or double hung (both sashes operate)
• Cleaning: Tilt-in sashes on both operating panels
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated (impact-rated laminated available for wind-borne debris regions)
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Half-screen for single hung, full-screen for double hung configurations
• Thermal performance: Thermal break technology with NFRC-rated energy values per glass package

All VLX 500 windows installed by TruePane Windows & Doors meet AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards and use AAMA 812-approved low-expansion foam at every perimeter joint. That’s the difference between a window that performs on paper and one that performs in your wall.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency
The VLX 500 uses a thermal break system that isolates the interior and exterior aluminum faces, cutting heat transfer through the frame itself. Pair that with Low-E glass and you’ve got an NFRC-rated package that keeps air-conditioned air inside where it belongs. During Pembroke Pines summers, that translates to fewer hot spots near windows and a cooling system that doesn’t run nonstop.

Acoustic Performance
Aluminum frames with proper glazing do serious work against outside noise. Laminated glass is the big upgrade here. Homeowners on busier streets like Pines Boulevard or University Drive often choose laminated glass specifically to knock down traffic noise. The frame’s weatherstripping design also reduces sound leakage around the sashes, not just through the glass.

Airtightness & Weather Seal
Every VLX 500 leaves our shop with full perimeter weatherstripping on both sashes and the frame. The AAMA 812 foam sealant we apply at installation closes the gap between the window frame and the rough opening. That’s where most air leakage happens on poorly installed windows, and it’s the first place we seal.

Waterproofing
South Florida gets roughly 60 inches of rain a year, much of it in sudden downpours. The VLX 500’s drainage design channels water away from the sash track, and our flashing and sealant work at the perimeter keeps wall cavities dry. We water-test every installation before we call the job done.

Wind Resistance
This window is wind-load rated for local code requirements, and when you select laminated impact glass, you get a window tested for wind-borne debris protection without the need for shutters or plywood. Broward County sits in a High Velocity Hurricane Zone, and the VLX 500 with laminated glass is built for exactly that reality.

Security & Hardware
The VLX 500 includes robust locking hardware at the meeting rail and reinforced corners at the frame joints. Aluminum is inherently harder to force than vinyl, and the 0.079-inch wall adds resistance. The lock engages both sashes on the double hung version, holding them tight against the frame.

Color & Glass Options

Six finishes cover nearly every architectural style you’ll find in Pembroke Pines. Premium Black is the current favorite for modern and farmhouse-style homes, giving windows a defined, crisp frame against light stucco. Pure White works on traditional and Mediterranean homes and matches most interior trim without extra work. Anodized Silver gives a clean commercial look that suits mid-century builds. Bronze and Champagne are warmer metallics that read more subtle than black and hide dust well on exterior surfaces. Teak Wood is a textured wood-grain finish for homeowners who want the warmth of wood with none of the rot, termite, or maintenance concerns that real wood brings in Florida’s humidity.

On the glass side, Clear is the straightforward standard. Frosted works for bathrooms, sidelights, and any window where you want light without a view. Low-E is the energy play, reflecting infrared heat while letting visible light through. Tempered glass is safety glass that meets code for windows near doors, in bathrooms, and in certain floor-level positions. Laminated glass is the impact-rated option for hurricane protection and serious sound reduction, and it’s the package we recommend most often in Pembroke Pines.

Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Pembroke Pines

A window is only as good as the hole it’s installed in. We see failed windows every month in Pembroke Pines where the window itself was fine, but the installation was rushed or skipped critical steps. Water got in at the perimeter. Air leaked around the frame. The manufacturer warranty? Voided by improper installation.

Our process starts with a pre-install inspection of the rough opening. We check for rotted framing, measure in three places for width and height, and confirm the opening is square. When the VLX 500 goes in, we set it level and plumb with shims at the factory-recommended points, not just where it’s convenient. The frame gets anchored per AAMA 2400/2410 standards. Then we apply AAMA 812-approved low-expansion foam around the full perimeter, which seals without bowing the frame. Flashing tape at the head and sill directs water outward. Interior trim and exterior caulk lines finish the seal.

Every installation gets a final water test and operational check on both sashes, the tilt release, and the lock. We walk you through cleaning and operation before we leave. And because TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux partner, your warranty stays intact from start to finish. No finger-pointing between manufacturer and installer. One company, one accountable point of contact, in Pembroke Pines.

Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

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Ready to price the VLX 500 for your home? We provide free on-site measurements and written, line-item quotes with fixed pricing, no change orders, and no surprises. Serving Pembroke Pines, Broward County, and the surrounding area. Call (863) 208-6105 to book your free estimate.

Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Pembroke Pines, FL. We supply and install ViewLux windows to South Florida homeowners who expect straight answers and clean work.