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PGTThe line Florida homeowners arrive naming - the most Miami-Dade certifications in the industry$$$
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- 99% on-time delivery keeps your install date on the calendar
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- Large-missile impact ratings for the strictest wind zones
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- The line we quote when protection is the whole point
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- Vinyl systems built in Florida for Florida codes
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- The smart start for whole-home replacements on a budget
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- Narrow-sightline aluminum for modern elevations
- Oversized openings and floor-to-ceiling glass
- Impact-rated without the bunker look
ECOThe aluminum impact workhorse$$$
- Miami-built aluminum impact systems
- A strong price-to-protection ratio for coastal homes
- Proven inventory lines with short lead times
VLX 80 Awning Window in West Palm Beach, FL | Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach
The VLX 80 Awning Window is a top-hinged aluminum window that swings outward from the bottom, letting you keep windows open during a Florida downpour without water pouring onto your sills. Homeowners across West Palm Beach choose it for kitchens, bathrooms, and bedrooms where they want steady airflow and real protection from the afternoon storms that roll through Palm Beach County from June through October. Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means you get factory-backed product quality and a local crew that installs it correctly. Call (728) 728-9381 to talk specs, pricing, and lead times.
Product Overview – VLX 80 Awning Window
The VLX 80 is built around a simple idea: a window should ventilate your home even when the weather isn’t cooperating. Because it’s hinged at the top and opens outward from the bottom, the glass panel itself acts as a small awning. Rain hits the exterior face and runs off, while fresh air flows in through the sides and bottom opening. That’s why this window shows up so often in West Palm Beach kitchens above counters, in bathrooms near showers, and in second-story bedrooms where cross-breeze matters.
The frame is extruded aluminum with a thermal break, which is the single most important engineering detail for Florida energy performance. Without a thermal break, an aluminum frame conducts heat straight from the outside surface to the inside surface. With one, the inner and outer frame sections are separated by a low-conductivity barrier, so your air conditioning stays inside and the summer heat stays outside. For a West Palm Beach homeowner running AC nine or ten months a year, that’s a measurable difference on the FPL bill.
We see the VLX 80 specified on both new construction and replacement projects. Architects like the clean sightlines. Homeowners like that it doesn’t demand much wall space but delivers a lot of function. And because Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach stocks and installs this series regularly, we’ve built real muscle memory around the details: correct flashing, proper shimming, straight reveals, and a finish that looks like it was always there.
Technical Specifications
Here’s what the VLX 80 Awning Window is working with, spec by spec. Wall thickness comes in at 0.079 inches, which gives the extrusion enough rigidity to hold its shape through thermal cycling without feeling bulky. Profile width measures 1.97 inches, a slim line that sits tight against the opening and leaves more glass area than chunkier commercial profiles.
- Wall thickness: 0.079 inches
- Profile width: 1.97 inches
- 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
- Operation: Top-hinged, outward-opening with multi-point hardware
- Frame material: Extruded aluminum with thermal break
- Sealant standard: AAMA 812 low-expansion foam on all perimeter joints
- Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant
All glass packages are fabricated to order, so you’re not locked into a stock size. If your opening is an unusual dimension, we measure, order, and install to fit.
Performance Features
Thermal Efficiency – The thermal break separates the exterior and interior aluminum faces, cutting conductive heat transfer dramatically compared to non-thermal aluminum. Combined with Low-E glass, this window carries an NFRC-rated energy performance profile that matters in the West Palm Beach climate, where cooling loads dominate year-round.
Acoustic Performance – Laminated glass makes a pronounced difference for anyone within earshot of Okeechobee Boulevard, Dixie Highway, or the flight path over southern West Palm Beach. The interlayer between glass panes dampens vibration, which translates to quieter bedrooms and home offices. Fixed screens don’t rattle, and the compression weatherstripping keeps frame-to-sash contact tight.
Airtightness & Weather Seal – The VLX 80 uses continuous compression gaskets around the full sash perimeter. When the window closes and the multi-point hardware engages, the sash pulls inward against the frame evenly, not just at one latch point. That’s how you get real airtightness, not just a window that looks closed.
Waterproofing – The awning geometry does the first job: rain hits the sloped glass and runs off. The second line of defense is the sill design, which channels any driven water outward through weep paths. Installations by Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach also include AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on every perimeter joint before trim goes on, so the rough opening is sealed as carefully as the window itself.
Wind Resistance – West Palm Beach sits in a High Velocity Hurricane Zone under Florida building code. That’s not a suggestion. The VLX 80 is wind-load rated for local climate requirements, and when paired with impact-resistant laminated glass, it provides a code-compliant glazing option for openings that need it. We’ll help you determine whether your project requires impact glazing based on your specific location and structure type.
Security & Hardware – The multi-point locking hardware engages at multiple locations along the sash when you close the handle. Because the window is top-hinged, prying from the bottom is difficult even with the lock defeated. Tempered glass adds another layer for ground-floor installations, breaking into small, relatively safe pieces under extreme impact.
Color & Glass Options
The VLX 80 comes in six finishes. Premium Black and Pure White are the two we install most often in West Palm Beach. Black frames against a white stucco exterior give a sharp, modern contrast that works beautifully on mid-century and contemporary homes in neighborhoods like Flamingo Park and Sunshine Park. White frames disappear into traditional coastal architecture and stay cooler to the touch in direct sun.
Anodized Silver and Bronze are both commercial-grade finishes that hold up to salt air and hard water. If you’re within a few blocks of the Intracoastal, anodized finishes resist the pitting and chalkiness we sometimes see on painted aluminum after years of exposure. Champagne is warmer than silver, a good middle ground that reads neutral without going gray. Teak Wood is a faux-wood finish for homeowners who want a wood look with zero wood maintenance, which in South Florida humidity is a genuine advantage.
On the glass side: Clear is the budget baseline. Frosted gives privacy in bathrooms and street-facing windows without blocking light. Low-E is the energy efficiency upgrade we recommend for almost every West Palm Beach install. Tempered meets safety glazing code for windows near doors and low to the floor. Laminated is the impact-rated option for hurricane protection and serious noise reduction.
Installation by Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach in West Palm Beach
A window is only as good as its installation. That’s not sales talk. The manufacturer’s warranty on any ViewLux product assumes correct installation per AAMA standards, and an improperly flashed or shimmed window voids that coverage. We’ve been called out to repair and replace windows installed by general contractors who didn’t do the perimeter work, and the failure pattern is always the same: water stains at the sill, air leaks at the jambs, and a homeowner holding a warranty no one will honor.
Our process for every VLX 80 Awning Window installation in West Palm Beach starts with a pre-install inspection. We check the rough opening for square, level, and plumb before anything gets ordered. We look at the existing flashing, the condition of the framing, and any signs of moisture ingress from the old window. If we find rot, we address it before installation, not after.
During installation, we set the frame level, plumb, and square against the opening, shimming as needed so the sash operates smoothly for the life of the window. We apply AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on all perimeter joints, which seals air gaps without bowing the frame the way some expanding foams do. The window is anchored per the installation schedule, integrated with the existing weather barrier, and given a final water test before interior trim goes back on. We clean the work area, haul away the old window, and walk you through operation and maintenance before we leave.
West Palm Beach specifics matter here. Our summer rain comes in short, violent bursts, often wind-driven from the east. Windows on east-facing elevations take the worst of it. Flashings that work in dry climates fail here. Our crews install for the actual conditions: salt air, high humidity, afternoon thunderstorms, and hurricane-season wind loads.
Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 80 Awning Window
Lead time typically runs 3 to 6 weeks from order confirmation to delivery at our West Palm Beach warehouse, depending on glass type, finish, and factory volume. Custom sizes and laminated glass can push toward the longer end. We’ll give you a written timeline before you commit. Call (728) 728-9381 to get an exact quote and current lead times.
Yes, in many configurations. The IRS energy efficient home improvement credit applies to qualifying windows and skylights that meet Energy Star criteria, and a VLX 80 with Low-E glass and a thermal break is typically positioned well for that. Ask your tax preparer about specifics. We can provide the documentation you’ll need for your purchase. Call (728) 728-9381 for details on qualifying configurations.
The VLX 80 carries the manufacturer’s warranty through ViewLux, covering frame, hardware, and glass against defects in materials and workmanship. Warranty validity depends on professional installation, which is exactly what you get with Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach as an authorized partner. We’ll review the full warranty terms with you before you sign anything. Call (728) 728-9381 with any warranty questions.
Yes. The VLX 80 is fabricated to order, so width and height can be matched to your existing rough opening or to new construction plans. There are practical minimums and maximums based on the hardware and glass weight, and we’ll walk you through those limits for your specific application. Call (728) 728-9381 to schedule a measurement.
Wash the frames twice a year with mild soap and water, and keep the sill track clear of sand and debris. In West Palm Beach, salt air is the main culprit, so homes near the Intracoastal or ocean benefit from rinsing frames every few months. The hardware needs no lubrication beyond what’s specified in the product documentation. If you notice any condensation between panes, that indicates a failed seal and should be addressed through warranty. Call (728) 728-9381 if you’re seeing anything unusual.
Get a Quote – VLX 80 Awning Window in West Palm Beach
If you’re shopping the VLX 80 Awning Window in West Palm Beach, we’ll make the process straightforward: measure, quote, schedule, install, and warranty. No subcontracted crews, no vague pricing, no surprises at the end. Call (728) 728-9381 to schedule your free on-site measurement and get a written line-item quote for your exact openings.
Written by the team at Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach, serving West Palm Beach, FL as an authorized ViewLux installation partner.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach
Impact systems engineered to design pressures up to +/-100, matched to your wind zone - your openings hold when the storm arrives.
Low-E insulated impact glass from our manufacturer lines commonly cuts monthly cooling bills 20-30%.
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.
A full impact package upgrades curb appeal, buyer confidence and appraised value in one project.
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