VLX 500 Sliding Window

VLX 500 Sliding Window in Los Angeles, CA | Juniper Windows & Doors

The VLX 500 Sliding Window is a high-performance aluminum system built for homeowners who want wide glass, thin sightlines, and a window that glides like it weighs nothing. ViewLux manufactures it. Juniper Windows & Doors installs it across Los Angeles, CA as an authorized partner, which means you get factory-backed product support and a local crew that knows LA homes inside and out. From Mid-Century post-and-beam houses in Silver Lake to new builds in Playa Vista, this window has become a go-to for spaces where you want the view doing the talking. Call (682) 281-2168 to talk specs, pricing, or to set up a free on-site measurement anywhere in Los Angeles.

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Product Overview – VLX 500 Sliding Window

The VLX 500 is built around one idea: maximize glass, minimize frame. At 1.97 inches wide, the profile sits at the edge of what’s possible in an aluminum slider without sacrificing durability. That slimness matters more than most people realize. It changes how a room feels. The window stops being a wall with glass in it and starts being a wall made of glass.

The aluminum frame carries a 0.079-inch wall thickness. That’s meaningful in a production window. It means the frame resists racking and stays square during installation and over decades of daily use. You feel it the first time you slide the sash. No chatter, no binding, no lifting halfway across the track.

Juniper Windows & Doors sells and installs the VLX 500 in two track configurations: 2-track for a standard two-panel slider, and 3-track for three-panel setups where you want every possible inch of opening. Both deliver the same effortless operation, but the 3-track version is the one Angelenos pick when they’re replacing a wall or building an indoor-outdoor connection that gets used constantly.

The roller hardware deserves a mention because this is where sliders live or die. The VLX 500 uses a roller carriage design that spreads load evenly across the sash. We’ve installed these in Los Angeles homes ten blocks from the coast where salt air kills lesser hardware in five years. The stainless components and sealed bearing design hold up. That’s the long-term story buyers in Redondo Beach, Venice, and the Palisades should be hearing.

Technical Specifications

Here’s the VLX 500 at a glance, using the values packed into this window and the options you’ll choose from when you order through Juniper Windows & Doors in Los Angeles:

• Frame material: Aluminum with thermal break
• Wall thickness: 0.079 inches
• Overall profile width: 1.97 inches
• Track configurations: 2-Track (two panels), 3-Track (three panels)
• Glass types: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen style: Retractable Screen or Sliding Screen
• Energy rating: NFRC-rated with thermal break technology
• Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant
• Sealant: AAMA 812 low-expansion foam on every perimeter joint

If you need a custom width or height outside standard production sizes, talk to us. We’ll confirm what ViewLux can build and what makes sense for your opening in Los Angeles.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency – The VLX 500 frame uses a thermal break that separates the interior and exterior aluminum faces. This interrupts conductive heat transfer, which is the main reason unbroken aluminum windows go cold in winter and hot in summer. NFRC-rated glass packages build on that break. In Los Angeles, where afternoon sun hits west-facing walls for hours, that thermal separation is the difference between a comfortable room and a room the AC never catches up with.

Acoustic Performance – Aluminum sliders are not inherently quiet. But the VLX 500’s sash-to-frame fit, combined with the right glass package, changes the conversation. Laminated glass is the option that makes a real difference on busy streets. We install these regularly on homes near Wilshire, Sunset, Ventura Boulevard, and the 405 corridor. Clients tell us the laminated option drops road noise to a level they didn’t think a sliding window could achieve.

Airtightness & Weather Seal – The perimeter weatherstripping on this window is a compression system, not a friction wiper. The sash seals against the frame under its own weight when closed. That gives consistent contact along the full length of the track, which is where most sliders leak air. Combined with the AAMA 812 low-expansion foam we apply at installation, the completed opening stays tight.

Waterproofing – Water wants in at the sill, and the VLX 500 addresses this with an internal drainage path that catches water and channels it to weep holes at the outside face. It’s a passive system. Nothing to maintain. The foam sealant we use on the perimeter joints is hydrophobic enough that it won’t wick moisture into the rough opening, even during the kind of atmospheric-river storms Los Angeles has been seeing.

Wind Resistance – The 0.079-inch wall thickness gives the frame real rigidity, and the window is wind-load rated for local climate requirements. That matters in hillside exposures from the Hollywood Hills to Mount Washington, where wind doesn’t hit buildings the way it does at ground level. It also matters for large openings, where a flexible frame will deflect enough to make the sash bind or the seals lose contact.

Security & Hardware – The locking mechanism engages at multiple points along the sash, not just a single latch at the center. That means the panel can’t be pried up at the corner. If security is a primary concern, ask about the impact-resistant laminated glass option. It makes the window significantly harder to break through, and it holds together if cracked rather than shattering into the room.

Color & Glass Options

Six finishes give you real design latitude. Premium Black is the one we install most often in Los Angeles right now. It reads sharp against stucco, almost disappears at night, and matches the matte black hardware trend that’s everywhere from Echo Park renovations to Calabasas new construction. Pure White suits traditional Spanish and Cape Cod homes, especially paired with white interior trim. Anodized Silver has a slightly industrial quality that works beautifully on Mid-Century homes. Bronze is the classic for homes with earth tones and wood trim. Champagne is warmer than silver without going gold, a nice middle option for contemporary interiors. Teak Wood gives you the look of wood grain without maintenance, and it pairs well with homes that have warm siding or landscape-heavy yards.

Glass selection depends on what you need the window to do. Clear if the view matters most and you’re not fighting heat. Frosted for bathrooms, bedrooms, or any window that faces a neighbor close enough to wave at. Low-E is the choice when you want to cut solar heat gain without losing visible light. Tempered is required in certain Los Angeles locations by code, including within 18 inches of a door and near floor-to-glass ratios. Laminated is for noise or impact, and it’s the glass we recommend for street-facing sliders on busy corridors.

Installation by Juniper Windows & Doors in Los Angeles

Here’s the part that doesn’t show up on a spec sheet, and it’s the part that matters most: the window only performs as well as the opening it’s set into. Juniper Windows & Doors installs the VLX 500 in Los Angeles, CA according to AAMA 2400/2410 standards, which govern how fenestration products should be installed to perform to their rated levels.

Our process starts before the window shows up. We inspect the rough opening, check for water damage, rot, or structural issues, and confirm measurements against the ordered unit. When the window arrives, we set it level, plumb, and square. Those three words sound simple until you’ve seen what happens when a window is installed out of square: the sash fights the track, the locks don’t align, the seals don’t seat, and the manufacturer warranty won’t cover any of it.

We apply AAMA 812 low-expansion foam to every perimeter joint. This is the approved sealant per installation standards, and it serves three functions: it insulates the gap, it seals against air and water intrusion, and it doesn’t bow the frame like a high-expansion foam can. After the foam cures, we trim it flush, install the exterior sealant bead, set the weep covers, and run the sash through its full travel several times to confirm operation.

Then we water-test the sill with a controlled spray and feel for drafts around the perimeter. Only after the window passes do we move to interior trim, if that’s part of the project scope. We leave the site clean, dispose of the old window and debris, and walk you through operation and care.

Los Angeles has its own installation realities. Temperature swings in the Valley are wide enough that sealant selection matters. Coastal properties face salt air in the rough opening. Older stucco homes may have out-of-plane framing that needs shimming strategy, not brute force. These are the things a local installer understands because we work them every week. An authorized ViewLux partner without local experience is not enough. You want both. Juniper Windows & Doors gives you both.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 500 Sliding Window

What is the lead time for the VLX 500 Sliding Window? Most VLX 500 units arrive at our Los Angeles shop 3 to 5 weeks after you approve the final order, depending on glass type and finish. Custom sizes add about a week. Call (682) 281-2168 and we’ll confirm current lead times for your configuration.

Does the VLX 500 qualify for energy tax credits? In many cases, yes. The NFRC-rated thermal break and Low-E glass combinations can meet federal energy-efficiency criteria. Whether your specific project qualifies depends on the glass package you choose and the final energy ratings for that configuration. We’ll provide the documentation you need at purchase.

What warranty comes with the VLX 500 Sliding Window? ViewLux provides a manufacturer warranty on frame, hardware, and glass, and Juniper Windows & Doors warranties the installation workmanship. One reason to install through an authorized partner like us is that DIY or uncertified installation will void the manufacturer warranty. We’ll give you the full written terms before you commit.

Can I customize the size of the VLX 500? Yes. ViewLux builds this series in a range of standard and custom dimensions. We measure your opening first and order to fit. If a custom size isn’t practical or cost-effective, we’ll tell you honestly and suggest the closest option. Call (682) 281-2168 to schedule a free measurement in Los Angeles.

How do I maintain aluminum frames? Aluminum doesn’t need much: rinse the track twice a year to clear grit, wipe the frame with a mild soap solution, and avoid abrasive cleaners on the finish. The weatherstripping should be checked every few years. If the sash ever feels stiff, don’t force it. Call (682) 281-2168 and we’ll take a look.

Get a Quote – VLX 500 Sliding Window in Los Angeles

Ready to see the VLX 500 in your home? We’ll bring samples, discuss glass and finish options based on your exposure and noise situation, and put together a written line-item quote. No pressure, no change orders, no surprise line items. Call (682) 281-2168 to start your project or schedule a free on-site measurement anywhere in Los Angeles, CA.

Written by the team at Juniper Windows & Doors, authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Los Angeles, CA.