VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window in Fort Worth, TX | Lightwell Windows Fort Worth

The VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window is a vertical-glide aluminum window built for homeowners in Fort Worth who want clean sightlines, low-maintenance frames, and a classic look that works on nearly any architectural style. Both sashes tilt inward, so you can clean the exterior glass from inside your house. No ladders, no arguing with a hose. Lightwell Windows Fort Worth is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means you get the product and the install handled by one accountable team. We measure, order, install, and stand behind the work. Call (682) 900-6694 to talk through your project.

Call (682) 900-6694

Product Overview – VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

The VLX 500 is the window you choose when you want the look of a traditional hung window without the maintenance headaches of wood or vinyl. It’s an aluminum frame with a 2.36-inch profile width, which is slim enough to keep sightlines generous and let more glass do the work. The classic vertical-glide design means the bottom sash moves up, the top sash moves down, and both sashes tilt inward for easy cleaning. That tilt feature matters in Fort Worth, where dust, pollen, and the occasional surprise hailstorm leave windows looking tired fast. You’ll actually clean them because it’s not a chore anymore.

We see this series go into ranch houses in Wedgwood, two-story brick traditionals in Tanglewood, new builds in Walsh, and remodels across Arlington Heights. It’s a flexible window. The aluminum construction resists warping and sagging over time, which matters in a climate that cycles between triple-digit summers and occasional hard freezes. Homeowners pick the VLX 500 because it gives them the clean, squared-off look they want with hardware that feels substantial when you operate the sash. Nothing rattles. Nothing sticks. The engineering is in the details: reinforced corners, stainless steel hardware, and a wall thickness of 0.079 inches that gives the frame rigidity without adding visual weight.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what you’re working with on the VLX 500. We keep this section plain because you should know exactly what’s in the window before it goes into your wall.

• Frame wall thickness: 0.079 inches of extruded aluminum
• Profile width: 2.36 inches, slim sightline profile
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Half-Screen, Full Screen
• Sash operation: Vertical glide, dual tilt-in sashes
• Performance standards: NFRC-rated thermal break technology, AAMA 2400/2410 compliant installation
• Perimeter sealant: AAMA 812 low-expansion foam on all joints
• Impact option: Laminated glass for impact resistance and added security
• Wind load: Rated to meet local Fort Worth and Tarrant County wind requirements

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency – The VLX 500 frame carries a thermal break that separates the interior and exterior aluminum. That break is what stops your air-conditioned air from leaking out through the frame in August. Low-E glass options add another layer of heat rejection. For Fort Worth summers, this is the feature that pays for itself.

Acoustic Performance – If you live near I-30, the Chisholm Trail Parkway, or a school zone with a steady stream of drop-off traffic, you know what noise does to a home. Laminated glass or a well-sealed dual-pane setup on the VLX 500 cuts down exterior noise noticeably. It won’t make your house silent, but it takes the edge off.

Airtightness & Weather Seal – The sashes seat against compression weatherstripping, and every perimeter joint gets AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant when we install. That standard matters in Fort Worth, where dust storms push fine particles against every gap in your home. A tight install is the difference between windows that seal and windows that whistle.

Waterproofing – Aluminum doesn’t absorb water, but a bad install will let water around the frame. Our install team follows AAMA 2400/2410 standards, which covers the proper flashing, shimming, and sealing sequence. This is the step that protects your sheetrock and flooring from Fort Worth’s heavy spring downpours.

Wind Resistance – Fort Worth sits in a region that sees straight-line winds, severe thunderstorms, and the occasional tornado proximity. The VLX 500 is engineered to handle those wind loads when sized and installed correctly. We calculate the right frame reinforcement and glass thickness based on your home’s exposure.

Security & Hardware – The locking mechanism on the VLX 500 is a positive-action cam lock that pulls the sashes tight. Laminated glass is an available upgrade if you want a window that resists forced entry and holds together if struck. For ground-floor windows or back-of-house windows, it’s the upgrade we recommend most often in Fort Worth.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 500 comes in six finishes. Premium Black is the choice we’re installing most in Fort Worth right now, especially on white brick or limestone homes where the contrast reads modern and sharp. Pure White suits traditional brick homes, painted siding, and anything where you want windows to disappear into the trim. Anodized Silver has that clean, metallic look that pairs well with mid-century homes in places like Candleridge or Western Hills. Bronze reads as warm and grounded, a good fit for homes with earthy stone or ranch-style architecture. Champagne is a lighter warm tone that works on cream stucco or Mediterranean-inspired facades. Teak Wood gives you the look of wood grain without the rot and repainting.

On the glass side, Clear is your standard dual-pane. Frosted works for bathrooms, side entries, and anywhere you want light without visibility. Low-E is the energy play, reflecting heat while keeping the view. Tempered is required by code in certain locations like near doors or in large panels, and it shatters into small pieces if broken. Laminated adds impact resistance and holds glass together when struck, which is why we recommend it for storm-prone areas and first-floor windows in Fort Worth.

Installation by Lightwell Windows Fort Worth in Fort Worth

Here’s the uncomfortable truth about windows: the product is only as good as the install. A premium window installed wrong will leak, bind, and fail early. A mid-tier window installed right will perform for decades. That’s why every VLX 500 we sell in Fort Worth goes in through our own installation crew, never a subcontractor lottery.

Our process starts with a pre-install inspection. We measure the rough opening, check the framing for rot or movement, and confirm the order before the window is fabricated. On install day, the old window comes out without wrecking your trim or drywall. The new VLX 500 goes in level, plumb, and square. We shim it exactly where the frame needs support, not just where it’s convenient. Every perimeter joint gets AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant, and we flash the opening so water moves away from the wall cavity. The install follows AAMA 2400/2410 standards, which is the national benchmark for window installation quality. We finish with a water test on the exterior and a walkthrough so you can operate both sashes yourself.

Fort Worth-specific matters get addressed upfront. Our clay-heavy soil moves, and houses shift. We inspect for existing foundation-related stress around window openings. Building codes in Tarrant County also require tempered glass in certain locations, and we make sure your order complies so inspection passes the first time. Skip professional installation and you risk voiding the manufacturer warranty. We’ve had to repair or replace too many windows that were installed by well-meaning handymen or a low-bid crew. The installation is half the product you’re paying for.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

Get a Quote – VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window in Fort Worth

If the VLX 500 sounds like the window you’ve been looking for, the next step is a free on-site measurement. We’ll price your project with a line-item quote, no change orders later, and no surprises at the end. Call (682) 900-6694 to schedule yours.

Written by the team at Lightwell Windows Fort Worth, serving Fort Worth homeowners with authorized ViewLux installation.