VLX 500 Sliding Window

VLX 500 Sliding Window in Fort Worth, TX | Lightwell Windows Fort Worth

The VLX 500 Sliding Window is a slim-profile aluminum slider built for homeowners in Fort Worth who want clean sightlines, smooth operation, and a frame that won’t sag or stick after a few Texas summers. Lightwell Windows Fort Worth is an authorized installation partner for ViewLux, the manufacturer behind the VLX 500. That matters because this window’s performance depends entirely on how it’s set. A level, plumb, square install with proper perimeter sealing is the difference between a window that performs for 20 years and one that leaks in its first storm season. We handle the full process in Fort Worth: measurement, ordering, install, and follow-up. Call (682) 900-6694 to start a quote.

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Product Overview – VLX 500 Sliding Window

The VLX 500 is a high-performance aluminum sliding system with a slim profile and an effortless glide, available in 2-track and 3-track configurations. The design philosophy is simple: remove visual bulk without sacrificing structural integrity. Aluminum allows for narrower frames than vinyl or wood, which means more glass and less frame interrupting your view of the backyard, the pool, or the Fort Worth skyline.

This series fits a range of architectural styles. We’ve installed the VLX 500 in modern new builds in Walsh Ranch, mid-century remodels in Ridglea Hills, and traditional ranch homes in Wedgwood. The common thread is that buyers want a window that slides like it’s on bearings, season after season, and closes tight against dust, humidity, and the occasional hail-driven wind.

The frame wall thickness measures 0.079 inches, and the profile width runs 1.97 inches. Those numbers mean the VLX 500 carries real structural load while keeping the frame visually light. The 3-track version works well for wide openings where you want two operable panels and one fixed, or where a multi-slide configuration fits the room layout. The 2-track covers standard slider replacements throughout Fort Worth homes built in the 1980s, 90s, and 2000s.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what the VLX 500 Sliding Window offers in concrete terms:

• Frame wall thickness: 0.079 inches, anodized-grade aluminum extrusion
• Profile width: 1.97 inches, slim enough for contemporary sightlines
• Track configurations: 2-track (single slider) and 3-track (multi-slide with fixed panel)
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Retractable Screen, Sliding Screen
• Performance standards: Thermal break technology, NFRC-rated energy performance, AAMA 2400/2410-compliant installation, AAMA 812 foam perimeter sealant, wind-load rated for North Texas requirements
• Impact option: Laminated impact-resistant glass when code or preference demands it

Every VLX 500 we order for Fort Worth projects is factory-glazed and assembled before it arrives. That means tighter tolerances and fewer field adjustments during install.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency: The VLX 500 frame includes a thermal break, which separates the interior and exterior aluminum. Without that break, aluminum conducts heat and cold straight through the frame. With it, the window earns NFRC energy performance ratings that make sense for Fort Worth summers and the occasional hard freeze. Pair it with Low-E glass for maximum benefit.

Acoustic Performance: Fort Worth homes near I-30, I-820, or the railroad corridors through the Near Southside know what noise does to a living room. Laminated glass cuts sound transmission significantly. The VLX 500’s tight frame tolerances and continuous weatherstripping reduce the small air gaps that let noise bleed in around sash edges.

Airtightness & Weather Seal: The VLX 500 uses a multi-point weatherstrip system along the meeting rails and jamb channels. That’s what keeps dust out during March wind events and holds conditioned air inside during August. Airtightness ratings are tested at the factory, not promised in a brochure.

Waterproofing: Perimeter installation per AAMA 812 means every joint between the window and the rough opening gets low-expansion foam sealant. This is not optional. In Fort Worth’s heavy spring downpours and horizontal wind-driven rain, the sealant layer is what keeps water out of the wall cavity, not just off the floor.

Wind Resistance: North Texas sits in a wind zone that demands real structural ratings. The VLX 500 is wind-load rated, and when paired with tempered or laminated glass, it handles the gusts that roll through before a storm front. Proper anchoring into the rough opening is the other half of that equation.

Security & Hardware: The sliding panel rides on stainless steel rollers built for repeated daily use. The interlocking meeting rail, when equipped, adds a structural connection between panels that resists forced entry. Laminated glass is the upgrade we recommend for ground-floor openings or anywhere a Fort Worth homeowner wants break-in deterrence.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 500 comes in six finishes. Premium Black and Pure White are the most common choices on modern and transitional Fort Worth homes, especially new construction in developments around Lake Worth and Saginaw. Anodized Silver reads more commercial but works beautifully on warehouse conversions or industrial-style remodels downtown. Bronze and Champagne suit traditional brick exteriors, which dominate neighborhoods like Arlington Heights and TCU-area homes. Teak Wood is a powder-coated wood-look finish that gives a warm, organic feel without the maintenance of actual wood frames.

Glass selection depends on where the window faces and what you need it to do. Clear glass is standard. Frosted works for bathrooms, utility rooms, or any window where you want light and privacy at once. Low-E is the energy-performance workhorse, reflecting solar heat while letting visible light through. Tempered is safety-rated, required by code in specific locations like doors and low windows. Laminated combines safety and security, holding glass shards together on impact and cutting noise transmission. Most Fort Worth installs use Low-E with tempered in required locations and laminated as a targeted upgrade.

Installation by Lightwell Windows Fort Worth in Fort Worth

A VLX 500 is only as good as the team that sets it. ViewLux’s warranty assumes professional installation. An out-of-square rough opening, a skipped shim, or an unsealed gap at the sill can cause binding, leaking, or premature hardware wear: all things you won’t see in year one but will absolutely see by year five. We install the VLX 500 per AAMA 2400/2410 standards, which is the recognized industry benchmark for window installation.

Our process in Fort Worth starts with a pre-install inspection of the opening. We check the rough opening dimensions, existing flashing, and any water damage left by the old window. Then we set the frame level, plumb, and square, shimming as needed before anchoring. Next comes the perimeter seal: AAMA 812-rated low-expansion foam around every joint, followed by exterior sealant that sheds water properly. Inside, we finish the trim and verify the sash glides smoothly through its full travel. Before we leave, we run a water test around the exterior perimeter and clean the glass and sills. We pull any permits required by the City of Fort Worth and schedule the final inspection.

Fort Worth’s climate throws a lot at windows: 105°F heat, freeze-thaw cycles, high winds, and sudden downpours. An install that meets AAMA standards holds up through all of it. One that doesn’t, costs you later. That’s the real value of having a local authorized partner handle it instead of a general handyman or a lowest-bid crew.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 500 Sliding Window

What is the lead time for the VLX 500 Sliding Window?
Most VLX 500 orders are ready to schedule for install within 3 to 5 weeks from the date the order is placed and the deposit is received, depending on glass and finish selection. Custom sizes and laminated glass can add a week or two. Call (682) 900-6694 and we can confirm current lead times for your specific configuration.

Does the VLX 500 qualify for energy tax credits?
It can, when ordered with Low-E glass that meets the Energy Star Most Efficient criteria for the South-Central climate zone. The thermal break and NFRC ratings matter for eligibility. Bring your project details to us and we’ll confirm the specific glass package before you order, so you know going in whether the credit applies.

What warranty comes with the VLX 500 Sliding Window?
The VLX 500 carries a manufacturer warranty on the frame, finish, and glass, and Lightwell Windows Fort Worth provides a workmanship warranty on the installation. Since labor and product warranties interact, installing through an authorized partner like us keeps both protections intact. We can walk you through the exact terms during your free estimate.

Can I customize the size of the VLX 500?
Yes. The VLX 500 is ordered to your exact opening dimensions, not pulled from stock shelves. That means the 2-track and 3-track configurations can be built to fit openings that aren’t standard big-box sizes. We measure every Fort Worth job on site and order each window to the eighth of an inch.

How do I maintain aluminum frames in Fort Worth’s climate?
Wipe the tracks and sills twice a year with a dry cloth to remove dust and pollen, and lubricate the rollers annually with a silicone-based spray. The powder-coated finishes hold up well to sun exposure, and river-bottom humidity doesn’t corrode them the way it does untreated steel. Avoid abrasive cleaners on the finish. Call (682) 900-6694 for an exact quote on your VLX 500 project, estimates are free.

Get a Quote – VLX 500 Sliding Window in Fort Worth

If you’re considering the VLX 500 Sliding Window, the next step is a free on-site measurement and quote. We’ll confirm the track configuration, glass package, and finish that fit your home and budget, then give you a written line-item price with no change orders. Call (682) 900-6694 to schedule your free estimate in Fort Worth today.

Written by the team at Lightwell Windows Fort Worth, serving Fort Worth homeowners with professional window installation and ViewLux product expertise.