VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door in West Palm Beach, FL | Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach

The VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door is a modern aluminum single entry door built around clean sightlines and a frame that gets out of the way of the glass. West Palm Beach homeowners choose this series when they want an entryway that feels architectural rather than bulky: a slim 2.56″ frame profile, a multi-point lock that engages the full height of the door, and glass options that range from full transparency to laminated impact glass rated for coastal wind loads. We’re an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means you get factory-backed product support and a West Palm Beach installation crew that works to AAMA 2400/2410 standards. Call (728) 728-9381 to talk through your project.

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Product Overview – VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

The design idea behind the VLX 100 is restraint. ViewLux engineered this door with a minimalist frame that lets the glass carry the visual weight, so the entry feels open even when the door is closed. That’s a real advantage on West Palm Beach homes where natural light already floods the front elevation and a heavy, wood-framed door would interrupt the line of the facade. The aluminum profile runs 2.56″ wide, which is narrow enough to read as contemporary but deep enough to house the thermal break and the multi-point locking hardware.

Where this door tends to land architecturally: mid-century ranches in Flamingo Park, new-construction moderns in SoSo and El Cid, and a growing number of condo entry replacements along Flagler Drive where the HOA wants a uniform, current look. Buyers choose the VLX 100 when they want a single entry that doesn’t dominate the front of the house, and when they want the kind of hardware security that comes standard at this level: a multi-point lock that throws bolts at multiple points along the jamb, not just at the handle.

The door is built for daily use in West Palm Beach’s climate. The 0.098″ wall thickness on the aluminum gives the slab and frame real rigidity, which matters when the afternoon sun heats the west-facing side of the house and cheap doors start to rack or bind. We’ve installed the VLX 100 on front entries, courtyard gates, and lanai access doors, and the frame stays square in conditions that would warp or swell a wood door within two or three summers.

Technical Specifications

The numbers behind the VLX 100 swing door, as we order and install it here in West Palm Beach:

• Frame profile width: 2.56″ – slim sightline, full aluminum structure
• Aluminum wall thickness: 0.098″ – enough mass for rigidity and secure hardware anchoring
• Maximum panel span: up to 48″ wide, which covers the standard single-door rough openings we see across Palm Beach County
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Obscure, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Retractable screen, or none for a clean single-slab entry
• Performance: NFRC-rated thermal break construction; wind-load rated for South Florida building requirements
• Hardware: Multi-point locking system engages the full door height

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency. The VLX 100 uses a thermal break in the frame to separate the exterior aluminum from the interior aluminum. That break stops heat from conducting straight through the metal into your air-conditioned entryway. In a West Palm Beach August, where the exterior frame can hit 130 degrees on a west-facing wall, an NFRC-rated thermally broken frame is the difference between a warm door and a hot one.

Acoustic Performance. The same air-tight construction that seals out humidity also quiets exterior noise. Homeowners near Okeechobee Boulevard, Dixie Highway, or the flight path into PBI notice a measurable reduction in road and air traffic sound once a properly sealed aluminum door replaces an older weather-stripped wood unit.

Airtightness & Weather Seal. Airtightness ratings on this door are achieved at the installation seam as much as at the factory. We install the frame plumb, level, and square, then use AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on every perimeter joint. That foam fills the micro-gaps between the rough opening and the frame, stopping the air exchange that drives up cooling bills and lets humidity into the wall cavity.

Waterproofing. Water intrusion on a West Palm Beach entry door usually shows up as a swollen jamb, bubbling paint, or a musty smell in the entry. The VLX 100 is engineered to shed water at the sill and threshold, but the waterproofing only holds if the installation is right. Our crews follow the AAMA 2400/2410 installation standard, flash the opening correctly, and run a final water test before we call the job done.

Wind Resistance. South Florida building codes treat entry doors as part of the building envelope, and a front door on an east-facing home in West Palm Beach takes direct hit wind and rain during summer storms. This door is wind-load rated for our local climate requirements, and when you select the laminated impact glass option, the door carries the ratings that coastal inspectors in Palm Beach County look for.

Security & Hardware. The multi-point lock is the defining hardware feature on the VLX 100. Instead of a single latch at the handle, the system drives bolts into the jamb at multiple positions when you lift the handle and turn. That spreads force along the full frame, which matters in two ways: it makes the door dramatically harder to kick in, and it keeps the slab sealed tight against the weatherstrip for years.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 100 comes in six finishes. Premium Black is the strongest modern statement, reads crisp against white stucco, and is the finish we most often install on West Palm Beach new construction. Pure White disappears into light-colored facades and suits the traditional Key West and Bermuda-style homes common in Old Northwood. Anodized Silver is the classic raw aluminum look, works beautifully on mid-century and contemporary homes, and holds up exceptionally well in direct coastal sun. Bronze and Champagne are warmer metallics; bronze fits Spanish and Mediterranean elevations off South Olive Avenue, while champagne adds subtle warmth without going full gold. Teak Wood is a wood-effect finish for buyers who want the look of a stained wood door with zero rot or maintenance.

On the glass side: Clear gives you the full open view and is the most common choice for a front entry when the home has a covered porch. Frosted and Obscure maintain light transmission while giving privacy, which is why we recommend them for lanai access doors and courtyard entries. Low-E adds a coating that reflects infrared heat, directly useful on west and south exposures in West Palm Beach. Tempered is a safety glass that breaks into small harmless pieces, required in many code situations and smart for any door where children are around. Laminated glass bonds two panes with an interlayer, which is what makes it impact-resistant and the option we point homeowners toward when their door faces the strongest storm exposure.

Installation by Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach in West Palm Beach

A door this precise is only as good as the opening it sits in. We’ve torn out enough failed door installations across West Palm Beach to know the pattern: the product was fine, the rough opening wasn’t prepared right, the frame wasn’t set square, and the perimeter seals were done with whatever caulk was in the truck. The door binds, the weatherstrip pulls away, water finds a path, and the manufacturer warranty dies on the spot because the installation didn’t meet the spec.

Our installation process for the VLX 100 swing door starts with a pre-install inspection of the rough opening. We check the slab for level, the jambs for plumb, and the floor for any settling that would put the door out of square the first time a heavy rain saturates the ground. Then the frame goes in, shimmed and set plumb, level, and square, and anchored for the full structural load. We run AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant along every perimeter joint, which does the double job of sealing air and creating an expansion-tolerant bond that won’t crack when the aluminum moves through daily temperature swings.

Every install follows AAMA 2400/2410 practice for flush, secure, weather-tight installation. That’s the standard the manufacturer’s warranty depends on. After the slab is hung and the hardware adjusted, we run a water test on the threshold and perimeter, adjust the lock strikes so the multi-point engages cleanly, and leave the site swept. We install doors that stay right for a decade, and the warranty stays intact because the installation was done the way the manufacturer specified it. That’s the whole reason to have an authorized ViewLux partner put the door in, rather than a handyman with a level and hope.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

What is the lead time for the VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door? The VLX 100 is typically ready to order with a lead time of 6 to 10 weeks from finalized specs to delivery at our West Palm Beach shop, depending on the glass and finish combination you select. Custom-sized panels and laminated glass can push toward the longer end. Call (728) 728-9381 and we’ll give you a current lead time for your exact configuration.

Does the VLX 100 qualify for energy tax credits? Yes, the NFRC-rated thermal break construction and Low-E glass options may help the VLX 100 qualify for federal energy-efficiency credits when installed as part of a qualifying door replacement. Eligibility depends on the specific glass package and the current tax year’s U-factor and solar heat gain requirements. We can spec your door to meet the credit criteria when you call for a quote.

What warranty comes with the Swing / Entry Door? The VLX 100 carries the manufacturer’s warranty through ViewLux, covering the aluminum frame, finish, and hardware according to the published terms. The warranty is only enforced when installation is completed by an authorized partner following AAMA installation standards, which is exactly how we install in West Palm Beach. Glass and laminated components carry separate provisions, which we walk through in writing before you sign.

Can I customize the size of the VLX 100? The door spans up to 48″ wide in a single panel, which fits nearly all the standard front-entry rough openings we see in West Palm Beach homes. If your opening is larger, we’ll talk through transom, sidelite, or fixed-panel combinations that keep the VLX 100’s sightline while filling the full opening. Every job in West Palm Beach gets a site measurement before we order, so the panel is built to your actual opening, not a guess.

How do I maintain an aluminum frame door in West Palm Beach? Aluminum frames need almost nothing compared to wood: wash the frame and glass with mild soap and water every few months, keep the track and weatherstrip clear of sand and debris, and check that the multi-point lock bolts seat cleanly. If you’re within three blocks of the ocean, rinse the frame more often to clear salt residue. The powder-coated and anodized finishes are designed to hold up in coastal air, but a quick rinse goes a long way over a decade.

Get a Quote – VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door in West Palm Beach

The best way to price a VLX 100 for your home is a site measurement, because the number depends on your opening size, glass package, finish, and whether you’re replacing an existing frame or starting fresh. We’ll come out to your West Palm Beach property, measure, and put a written line-item quote in your hands with no pressure. Call (728) 728-9381 to schedule your free estimate.

Written by the team at Meridian Windows and Doors West Palm Beach, authorized ViewLux installation partner serving West Palm Beach, FL.