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The VLX 80 Fixed / Picture Window is a floor-to-ceiling, aluminum-framed window built to maximize glass area and minimize everything else. No visible hardware, no moving parts, just uninterrupted sightlines across your Hollywood, FL property. Homeowners choose this window when the view is the point: pool terraces, canal-front homes, condo living rooms, and any wall where natural light is the priority. TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized installation partner for the manufacturer behind the VLX 80. That means you get the genuine product, installed to the manufacturer’s required standards, with a local Hollywood team standing behind it. Call (863) 334-2933 to talk specs, pricing, or a free on-site measurement.
Product Overview - VLX 80 Fixed / Picture Window
The VLX 80 is what window buyers call a “fixed” or “picture” window: it does not open. And that is the point. By removing hinges, tracks, latches, and operating hardware, the frame gets thinner and the glass gets bigger. The VLX 80 is maximally glazed, meaning nearly the entire unit is glass. The aluminum frame measures just 1.97 inches in profile width, which is narrow enough to disappear against the wall line and still rigid enough to hold a pane spanning up to 120 inches wide.
In Hollywood, FL, where mid-century ranch homes sit next to new modern builds, this window fits both. On a 1950s concrete-block house, it replaced old louvered windows with a clean, minimal upgrade that floods the interior with light. On a new construction in Hollywood Lakes or Emerald Hills, architects use the VLX 80 as a full-height fixed panel alongside sliding doors, creating a seamless wall of glass that connects indoor living to outdoor patios and pool decks.
The frame wall thickness is 0.079 inches, which sounds like a small number because it is. That thin-wall aluminum extrusion is what keeps the weight manageable while maintaining strength across long spans. The engineering tradeoff is deliberate: the profile is slim enough to preserve the view, but reinforced internally to handle wind loads and daily thermal expansion. For homeowners who want a window that looks like a glass wall, the VLX 80 is the product TruePane Windows & Doors installs most often in Hollywood.
Technical Specifications
The VLX 80’s spec sheet is straightforward because the design philosophy is straightforward: reduce the frame, increase the glass, and engineer the remainder to perform.
- Wall thickness: 0.079″ aluminum extrusion
- Profile width: 1.97 inches
- Maximum span: up to 120 inches wide
- Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated, Gray Tint, Black Tint
- Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
- Configuration: Fixed / non-operable / picture window
- Hardware: none visible, zero exposed hardware
- Thermal performance: thermal break technology, NFRC-rated energy performance
- Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant installation; AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on all perimeter joints
- Optional glass upgrades: impact-resistant laminated glass, tempered, Low-E coatings
TruePane Windows & Doors keeps these units in the standard aluminum system performance rating category: rated for airtightness, waterproofing, mist prevention, and sound control. Impact-rated laminated glass is available as an upgrade for Hollywood homeowners in wind-borne debris zones. Call (863) 334-2933 to build out your exact spec.
Performance Features
The VLX 80 is a standard aluminum system performance window, which means it is tested and rated across the categories that matter for a fixed window in South Florida. Here is what each rating means for your Hollywood home.
Thermal Efficiency
The VLX 80 uses thermal break technology to separate the interior and exterior aluminum surfaces, reducing heat transfer through the frame. Combined with Low-E glass, this helps keep air-conditioned air inside during Hollywood summers. Performance is independently rated under NFRC energy standards.
Acoustic Performance
Fixed windows outperform operable windows on sound control by default, because there are no weatherstrips or moving joints that leak noise. When laminated glass is selected, the VLX 80 delivers meaningful reduction in road noise. In Hollywood, homes on Federal Highway, Sheridan Street, or near the Turnpike notice this immediately.
Airtightness & Weather Seal
A fixed window is sealed along every joint, so there is no uncontrolled air movement along the window sits: no drafts, no whistling during storms, and no conditioned air escaping. TruePane installs every VLX 80 with a continuous perimeter seal rated for airtightness per standard aluminum system performance testing.
Waterproofing
South Florida rain is not gentle. The VLX 80 is tested for waterproofing, and TruePane Windows & Doors installs it with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on all perimeter joints. That sealant expands to fill every gap and is water-resistant once cured. Combined with properly lapped flashing, this keeps afternoon storms and hurricane bands outside where they belong.
Wind Resistance
The VLX 80 is wind-load rated for local climate requirements, which matters in Hollywood when a summer squall pushes sideways rain against your windows. The fixed frame design has inherent structural advantage: no moving sash means no deflection points. Impact-rated laminated glass is available for homeowners who want debris protection.
Security & Hardware
There are no handles, no locks, no cranks, no hardware at all. That means nothing to fail, nothing to rust, and nothing for an intruder to manipulate. The aluminum frame holds the glass securely, and the glass-to-frame seal makes entry through the window a serious effort. For fixed windows, security is a function of installation quality, and TruePane sets every unit level, plumb, and square.
Color & Glass Options
The VLX 80 comes in six finish options, and the right choice depends on your home’s architecture and your tolerance for maintenance.
Premium Black is the most requested finish in Hollywood right now. It frames views the way a matte black picture frame frames a photograph, and it reads as modern against white stucco or gray concrete. Pure White is the safe, classic choice for traditional Florida homes, disappearing into white walls and letting the glass do the talking. Anodized Silver is a durable, matte metallic finish that resists corrosion well in coastal air and suits industrial or minimalist interiors. Bronze is a deep, warm brown-black metal tone that works well on ranch homes and tropical architecture. Champagne is a light warm metallic that reads as upscale without being flashy. Teak Wood is a wood-look finish for homes where aluminum is fine but the frame should look like timber.
On the glass side, Clear maximizes light and view. Low-E adds an invisible coating that reflects heat while staying transparent. Frosted provides privacy in bathrooms or side-yard-facing openings. Tempered is safty glass that breaks into small chunks instead of sharp shards, required in certain Hollywood code conditions. Laminated adds a plastic interlayer for impact resistance and sound damping. Gray Tint and Black Tint reduce glare and solar gain, useful on large west-facing panels. TruePane can walk you through the combinations for your specific wall and exposure.
Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Hollywood
A VLX 80 that is manufactured correctly but installed poorly will fail. Leaks, fogging, drafts, and warranty denial all trace back to installation shortcuts. That is why TruePane Windows & Doors installs every fixed window as if the manufacturer were watching.
Our process begins with a pre-install inspection of the rough opening. We look for rot, termite damage, out-of-square framing, or old sealant failures before the new window goes in. If the opening is not right, we tell you before we proceed, not after the mistake is hidden behind trim. Then we set the window level, plumb, and square using shims at the manufacturer-recommended points. A fixed window that is set slightly out of square will show it in the glass reflection, and it will bind at the sealant line over time.
Every perimeter joint gets AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant. This is not a caulk bead from a hardware store. AAMA 812 foam is required by the installation standard because it expands to fill irregular gaps, stays flexible, resists moisture, and won’t push the frame out of alignment as it cures. We then flash, trim, and seal the exterior. The final step before cleanup is a water test on the sill and lower corners, because South Florida rain will find any weakness.
Our work complies with AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards, the reference standard for proper window and door installation in residential construction. Hollywood’s coastal climate means salt air, high humidity, and storm-driven rain are all testing your windows year-round. Proper installation protects the window, the wall cavity, and the manufacturer’s warranty. Call (863) 334-2933 to schedule a free on-site inspection.
Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 80 Fixed / Picture Window
Lead time for a custom-sized VLX 80 typically runs 3 to 5 weeks from order confirmation, depending on glass type and finish selection. Standard clear or Low-E glass in Premium Black or Pure White moves fastest. Laminated, frosted, or tinted glass and wood-look finishes can add production time. TruePane Windows & Doors confirms the current timeline before you commit. Call (863) 334-2933 and we’ll quote your exact configuration and delivery window.
That depends on the glass package selected. Fixed windows with Low-E coatings that meet the current ENERGY STAR performance criteria for the South Florida climate zone may qualify for federal residential energy efficiency tax credits. The aluminum frame’s thermal break helps the overall unit rating. TruePane can print the NFRC label for your exact configuration so your tax professional can confirm eligibility. Call (863) 334-2933 and mention you’re interested in the energy credit.
The VLX 80 comes with ViewLux’s manufacturer warranty on the frame and glass unit, and that warranty is only valid if the window is installed by an authorized partner using compliant methods. TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, so your warranty stays intact. We also stand behind our installation with our own workmanship warranty. Call (863) 334-2933 for full warranty terms on your specific configuration.
Yes. The VLX 80 is fabricated to your exact rough opening dimensions, in any size up to the 120-inch maximum span. If your wall opening is larger than 120 inches, we can install multiple fixed panels mulled together to create a wider glass wall. TruePane will measure your opening precisely before ordering. Call (863) 334-2933 to schedule a free measurement in Hollywood.
Aluminum frames in Hollywood need a rinse every few months to remove salt residue and a mild soap wash on the interior twice a year. The anodized and powder-coated finishes on the VLX 80 are designed to resist corrosion, but coastal salt builds up over time and should not sit on the metal for weeks. Keep the sill track clean and inspect the sealant line annually. TruePane includes care instructions with every install. Call (863) 334-2933 if you notice any sealant cracks or fogging between glass panes.
Get a Quote - VLX 80 Fixed / Picture Window in Hollywood
If you’re planning a fixed window in Hollywood, FL, get it priced and installed by a team that treats the VLX 80 as if it were their own home. Call TruePane Windows & Doors at (863) 334-2933 to start your project or book a free on-site measurement. We’ll walk you through glass and finish options, confirm your dimensions, and give you a written line-item quote with no surprises.
Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Hollywood, FL with premium window and door installations.
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