VLX 80 Casement Window

VLX 80 Casement Window in Fort Lauderdale, FL | Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale

The VLX 80 Casement Window is a side-hinged aluminum window built around two principles: extremely thin sightlines and the widest possible opening for airflow. It has a wall thickness of 0.079 inches and a frame profile that measures just 1.97 inches across. For Fort Lauderdale homeowners, that translates to a window that stays nearly invisible while letting you open the full sash to catch an ocean breeze. Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale installs this series as an authorized ViewLux installation partner. We’re the local team that measures, orders, sets, seals, and stands behind it. Call (754) 354-5397 to talk about your project.

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Product Overview – VLX 80 Casement Window

The VLX 80 is a casement window hinged on one side and opened outward with a crank. The hinge design allows the full sash to swing away from the frame, so when it’s open, you get one hundred percent of the opening for ventilation, not the fifty percent half-view you get from a slider. That matters in Fort Lauderdale, where evening cross-breezes are the difference between running the AC all night and letting the coastal air do the work.

The wall thickness of the aluminum extrusion is 0.079 inches. The total profile width is 1.97 inches. Those numbers work together: the thin extrusion keeps the frame weight down without sacrificing rigidity, and the narrow profile keeps sightlines tight so more of the opening is glass. In practice, the window reads as a clean metal border around a large pane rather than a heavy frame that dominates the wall.

The VLX 80 fits well in mid-century and modern South Florida homes where horizontal proportions and clean metal lines are part of the original design language, but it also works in newer builds around Victoria Park, Rio Vista, Colee Hammock, and the condos lining Fort Lauderdale Beach. Buyers choose this series when they want a window that disappears into the wall while performing through hurricane season. Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale recommends it regularly for bedrooms, living rooms, and any room where you want maximum fresh air without a center post blocking the view.

Technical Specifications

• Operation: Side-hinged casement, outward opening, smooth crank action
• Wall thickness: 0.079-inch extruded aluminum wall
• Profile width: 1.97 inches, engineered for ultra-narrow sightlines
• 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
• Sill options: Standard Sill, Low-Profile Sill
• Thermal design: Thermal break technology, NFRC-rated energy performance
• Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant, AAMA 812 low-expansion foam perimeter sealant
• Impact option: Impact-resistant laminated glass available for wind-borne debris regions

All options above are available through Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale. We order directly from ViewLux to your exact opening dimensions, so every window arrives measured for your home, not pulled from a stock rack.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency
Thermal break technology separates the interior and exterior aluminum faces, reducing heat transfer through the metal. That matters in Fort Lauderdale, where the sun hits windows from a high angle most of the year. With Low-E glass, the VLX 80 keeps interior spaces cooler and puts less strain on AC systems, which shows up on your monthly FPL bill.

Acoustic Performance
Laminated glass is the quiet option on the VLX 80. The interlayer between glass panes cuts sound transmission measurably, a real consideration for homes near US-1, the railroad tracks downtown, or the flight paths into Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. In our gutter-to-gutter work around Southeast Fort Lauderdale, laminated glazing on the street side is a common request.

Airtightness & Weather Seal
Casement windows close against the frame with a compression seal, which is why they’ll reliably test better on airtightness than sliding windows. The multi-point locking system pulls the sash tight against the weatherstripping around the entire perimeter, so conditioned air stays in and humid outside air stays out.

Waterproofing
The sill options and drainage design are built to move water away from the opening quickly, which is non-negotiable during Fort Lauderdale’s afternoon downpours. What happens at the perimeter is just as critical: Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale seals every install with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam, then applies exterior sealant per AAMA 2400/2410, so water never finds a path behind the frame.

Wind Resistance
The VLX 80 is engineered for wind loads that meet local South Florida code requirements. For impact zones, we order the laminated impact-rated glass option. It’s the right call for homeowners east of Federal Highway and for anyone who wants the security of hurricane-rated glass, whether code requires it or not.

Security & Hardware
Casement windows are naturally hard to breach from outside because the sash locks into the frame at multiple points, not just one latch in the middle. The crank mechanism means the window can’t be popped open with a pry bar the way some sliders can. Coupled with laminated glass, the VLX 80 gives you a genuinely harder target.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 80 comes in six finishes. Premium Black is the strongest choice for a modern, high-contrast look, and it’s the finish we install most often in newer Fort Lauderdale builds and renovated condos. Pure White is classic for coastal interiors and pairs naturally with trim and white stucco. Anodized Silver is the original aluminum look, clean and architectural without drawing attention to itself. Bronze has warmth without being flashy and holds up well in traditional ranch homes across neighborhoods like Coral Ridge and Imperial Point. Champagne is a softer metallic that works for transitional interiors. Teak Wood gets you the look of wood-grain without maintenance, ideal for waterfront homes where salt air is hard on real timber frames.

On glass, Clear is the baseline. Low-E is the efficiency pick for south and west-facing walls. Frosted glass works well in bathrooms and entry areas where light matters but privacy does too. Tempered is safety glass that meets code requirements near doors and low sills. Laminated is the impact-rated option and the one we recommend for any opening within striking distance of flying debris in a named storm.

Installation by Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale

Every VLX 80 we sell is installed by our own crew, not subcontracted out. The first step is an on-site measurement. We check the rough opening for square, plumb, and level before the order is placed, because even an eighth-inch deviation changes how the window seats and seals. When the window arrives from ViewLux, we schedule the installation and do a pre-install inspection to confirm dimensions and glass specs match the order.

We set every window level, plumb, and square, shimming as needed so the frame isn’t twisted or bowed. Then we seal the entire perimeter with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam, which fills gaps without distorting the frame. Exterior sealant goes on next, applied in a way that sheds water away from the opening rather than trapping it. The work complies with AAMA 2400/2410, which is the national standard governing installation of windows in exterior walls.

After the window is in, we check operation: open, close, lock, unlock, crank both ways, no binding. We run a water test on the frame to confirm the seal is tight. Then we clean up, including removing the old window and packaging if you’ve asked us to. None of this is optional in Fort Lauderdale. The humidity and torrential rain here will find any gap you leave them, and an improperly installed window will fail long before the window itself would. Manufacturer warranties for window products cover the window; they do not cover leak damage from a bad install, which is exactly why using an authorized installation partner like Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale is the only way to protect the full value of what you’re buying.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 80 Casement Window

What is the lead time for the VLX 80 Casement Window? Lead time from ViewLux runs roughly four to six weeks from the day the order is placed, depending on glass type and finish. Impact-rated laminated glass can add a week or two. We confirm the production window at deposit so you can plan around it, and we don’t schedule installation until the windows have arrived and passed inspection in our hands.

Does the VLX 80 qualify for energy tax credits? The VLX 80 with Low-E glass meets NFRC-rated energy performance criteria, and depending on the exact glass package you choose, it may qualify for federal energy efficiency tax credits. We recommend confirming with your tax advisor because qualifications change year to year. We’ll provide the performance documentation for your unit so you have what you need to file. Call (754) 354-5397 if you want to review glass packages before ordering.

What warranty comes with the VLX 80 Casement Window? ViewLux warrants the window product against manufacturing defects, and the installation work performed by Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale carries our own installation warranty. Coverage terms depend on the specific glass and finish configuration, and we’ll review the exact warranty document with you before you sign anything. What we will tell you plainly: the product warranty is only honored when installation is done to AAMA standards, which is how we do every job.

Can I customize the size? Yes. The VLX 80 is built to your measured opening dimensions, not sold in fixed stock sizes. That means every window is a custom order matched to your home. We handle the measuring, the ordering, and the installation so there’s one accountable party from start to finish. If you’re replacing an existing window, we’ll also discuss whether the rough opening can stay as-is or needs adjustment.

How do I maintain aluminum frames? Alumahim on a wire extru frameworks is low-maintenance, and the powder-coated and anodized finishes on the VLX 80 don’t require repainting. Wash the frame with mild soap and water a couple of times a year, keep the drainage channels clear of sand and debris, and lubricate the crank hardware annually with a dry silicone spray. In salt-heavy areas near Fort Lauderdale Beach, rinse the exterior frames more often to keep airborne salt from building up. Call (754) 354-5397 if you notice any stiffness or wear; small maintenance issues caught early are a cheaper fix than a full replacement.

Get a Quote – VLX 80 Casement Window in Fort Lauderdale

The fastest way to get a real number for your project is to have us measure. We’ll come to your home in Fort Lauderdale, check the existing openings, talk through glass and finish, and give you a written line-item quote with fixed pricing. No change orders later. No surprises. Call (754) 354-5397 to schedule a free on-site measurement and quote, or to ask us any question about the VLX 80 before you decide.

Written by the team at Westlight Windows Fort Lauderdale, serving Fort Lauderdale, FL and surrounding coastal neighborhoods.