VLX 80 Awning Window

VLX 80 Awning Window in Los Angeles, CA | Hale Windows & Doors

The VLX 80 Awning Window from ViewLux is a top-hinged aluminum window that lets you keep air moving through your home even when it’s raining. The sash opens outward from the bottom, creating a canopy that sheds water away from the opening. For Los Angeles homeowners, that means real ventilation during the winter drizzle and marine-layer mornings without water creeping onto window sills or floors. Hale Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux installation partner in Los Angeles, and we install this specific series to the manufacturer’s exacting standards. If you’re researching the VLX 80 for a remodel or new build, call us at (252) 675-6980 for pricing and a free on-site measurement.

Product Overview – VLX 80 Awning Window

The VLX 80 is built for people who want a window that works hard and looks clean doing it. The top-hinged design means the sash rotates outward and upward, so you get ventilation without giving up privacy or weather protection. That geometry alone makes it a favorite for bathrooms, kitchens, and any wall facing a busy street in Los Angeles where you want airflow but not passersby looking in.

The frame is aluminum, which matters in Southern California more than people realize. Wood frames swell and contract with coastal humidity. Vinyl can warp under intense sun exposure. Aluminum holds its shape. The VLX 80 pairs that structural stability with a thermal break, a barrier that separates the interior and exterior frame sections to stop heat transfer. That’s the energy-efficient piece of the puzzle, and it’s a big reason why this series performs well in Los Angeles’s inland valleys where summer temperatures routinely push past 90 degrees.

Buyers choose this series when they want a modern profile with real engineering behind it. The frame is slim but not fragile. The hardware is concealed. The operation is smooth. And because ViewLux builds it as a complete system rather than a collection of parts, the sealing, the glazing, and the weatherstripping all work together as designed. When we install it properly, it performs for decades.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what you’re getting with the VLX 80 Awning Window, in plain terms:

• Frame wall thickness: 0.079 inches. That’s a substantial wall for an aluminum frame, which gives the window rigidity across wider openings.
• Profile width: 1.97 inches. Slim enough for a contemporary look, wide enough to house the thermal break and multi-point hardware.
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated. You can mix and match depending on which room the window serves.
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood. Powder-coated and anodized finishes hold up against LA sun and coastal salt air.
• Screen options: Fixed Screen, Retractable Screen. The retractable screen disappears when you don’t need it, which keeps sightlines clean.
• Performance compliance: NFRC-rated thermal performance, AAMA 2400/2410 installation standard compliance, AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant at the perimeter.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency – The thermal break in the VLX 80 frame interrupts conductive heat transfer between the exterior and interior aluminum. That keeps your air conditioning inside during Los Angeles summers and reduces the load on your HVAC system. NFRC ratings confirm measurable energy performance, which matters if you’re chasing utility savings or green building credits.

Acoustic Performance – Aluminum frames with the right glazing package can significantly cut exterior noise. Pair the VLX 80 with laminated glass and you’ll notice a real difference on streets like Sunset Boulevard or anywhere near the 405. The tight frame tolerances also reduce the small gaps where sound leaks through.

Airtightness & Weather Seal – The VLX 80 uses compression weatherstripping around the full sash perimeter. When the window closes, the sash presses into the seal, creating a continuous barrier against air infiltration. That means fewer drafts, less dust, and better indoor air quality in a city where the Santa Ana winds push fine particulate through every tiny opening.

Waterproofing – The top-hinged design naturally sheds rain outward. Combined with the multi-point locking hardware that pulls the sash tight against the frame, water has very few paths inside. Proper installation with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant around the perimeter is the final piece, and we handle that on every Los Angeles job.

Wind Resistance – The 0.079-inch frame wall and 1.97-inch profile depth give the VLX 80 serious structural integrity. Wind-load ratings for this series meet local climate requirements, including the gust-prone canyon areas and hillside exposures throughout Los Angeles County.

Security & Hardware – Multi-point locking hardware engages at several points along the sash, not just one latch in the middle. That makes the window dramatically harder to pry open from outside. Impact-resistant laminated glass is available as an upgrade, which adds a layer of protection against forced entry and accidental impact.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 80 comes in six finishes, and they cover the full range of Los Angeles architectural styles. Premium Black is the go-to for modern and contemporary homes, especially the black-window trend you see throughout Silver Lake, Venice, and the Arts District. Pure White suits traditional Spanish and Mediterranean homes, and it holds up well without yellowing. Anodized Silver is a classic aluminum look that works beautifully on mid-century homes in the San Fernando Valley. Bronze and Champagne offer warmer metallic tones that complement Craftsman and transitional designs. Teak Wood gives you a wood-grain appearance with zero wood maintenance, ideal for homeowners who want warmth without the upkeep.

On the glass side, Clear is the baseline for rooms where you want maximum light transmission. Frosted works for bathrooms and street-facing windows where privacy matters. Low-E glass is the energy upgrade we recommend for west-facing and south-facing walls across Los Angeles, since it reflects infrared heat while allowing visible light through. Tempered glass meets safety code requirements for windows near doors and low windows in bedrooms. Laminated glass is the choice for noise reduction and impact resistance, and it’s worth considering if your home sits on a busy corridor or you want extra security.

Installation by Hale Windows & Doors in Los Angeles

A window is only as good as its installation. We’ve seen expensive windows fail within five years because they were set out of level, sealed incorrectly, or flashed improperly. The VLX 80 is engineered for a long service life, but the manufacturer warranty depends on professional installation that follows the AAMA 2400/2410 standard. That’s the installation protocol ViewLux specifies for this product, and it’s the only way we install it.

Our process starts with a pre-installation inspection. We measure the rough opening, check the framing for moisture damage or rot, and verify that the wall cavity is sound before we order the window. When the VLX 80 arrives, we set it level, plumb, and square, which is non-negotiable for an awning window. A window that’s even slightly racked won’t seal properly, and the sash will fight the hardware every time it opens and closes.

We seal the entire perimeter with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant. This is the specific product standard for installing aluminum windows, and it matters because the foam creates an airtight, watertight bond without expanding so much that it bows the frame. After the window is set and sealed, we run a water test to confirm the sill drains properly and no moisture penetrates the perimeter. Then we trim out the interior, clean up thoroughly, and walk you through operation and maintenance.

Los Angeles has its own considerations. Coastal homes in areas like Playa del Rey and Redondo Beach deal with salt air, which is why we use corrosion-resistant fasteners and confirm the anodized or powder-coated finish is intact before installation. Inland homes in areas like Burbank and Pasadena face intense UV exposure, so we pay attention to sealant compatibility and UV degradation points. Los Angeles building codes also require tempered glass in specific locations, and we confirm compliance during the measurement phase so there are no surprises during inspection.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 80 Awning Window

Get a Quote – VLX 80 Awning Window in Los Angeles

The VLX 80 is a serious window for homeowners who care about how their house performs and how it looks. If you’re building or remodeling in Los Angeles, let’s talk about whether this series is right for your project. Call Hale Windows & Doors at (252) 675-6980 to schedule a free on-site measurement and get a written quote with no change orders down the line.

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