VLX 500 Sliding Window

VLX 500 Sliding Window in Long Beach, CA | Lightwell Windows Long Beach

The VLX 500 Sliding Window is a high-performance aluminum sliding system built for homeowners in Long Beach who want clean sightlines, smooth operation, and a frame that won’t warp in coastal air. We’re Lightwell Windows Long Beach, an authorized installation partner for ViewLux, which means every VLX 500 we install in Long Beach is backed by our own workmanship warranty on top of the manufacturer’s coverage. Whether you’re replacing a fogged slider in a Belmont Shore condo or trimming out a mid-century renovation in Los Altos, this window delivers the slim profile and thermal performance that Long Beach homes need. Call (562) 912-3327 to schedule a free on-site measurement.

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Product Overview – VLX 500 Sliding Window

The VLX 500 is a high-performance aluminum sliding system with a slim profile, effortless glide, and the option of 2-track or 3-track configurations. That third track matters in Long Beach, where maximizing ventilation keeps homes comfortable without cranking the AC. The 1.97-inch profile width means more glass and less frame, which is exactly what buyers want when they’re paying for ocean views or a landscaped backyard in Lakewood Village.

What separates the VLX 500 from older aluminum sliders is the engineering underneath. The frame carries a 0.079-inch wall thickness, which gives the extrusion enough structural rigidity to handle repeated daily use without racking or binding. The rollers are designed to carry the sash weight evenly, so a five-foot panel still glides with one hand. Aluminum resists the salt air in Naples and Belmont Shore far better than wood or vinyl, and it won’t swell, rot, or require repainting every few years.

Architecturally, the VLX 500 fits Long Beach’s mix of home styles. The slim frame reads modern in a new build on the Peninsula, but it also works on Spanish and craftsman homes where large horizontal window spans are common. Buyers choose this series when they want durability, clean geometry, and a window that still operates smoothly ten years after installation.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what the VLX 500 brings to your Long Beach home, in plain numbers:

• Wall thickness: 0.079 inches, the structural backbone of the extrusion
• Profile width: 1.97 inches, allowing 32% more glass area than typical 2.91-inch double-hung frames
• Track configurations: 2-track (one fixed, one sliding panel) or 3-track (three panels, two operable sashes)
• 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

Every unit is glazed and assembled to order, cut to your exact rough opening dimensions. No stock sizes, no shims filling gaps.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency

Thermal break technology separates the interior and exterior aluminum surfaces, cutting heat transfer through the frame. NFRC-rated energy performance means the VLX 500 qualifies for stricter building codes in Long Beach, and Low-E glass options reduce solar heat gain on west-facing rooms in Bixby Knolls.

Acoustic Performance

Sound control ratings matter when your window faces Ocean Boulevard or busy corridors like 7th Street. Laminated glass adds a sound-dampening interlayer that measurably reduces traffic and street noise. If you live near the airport flight path, this glass option is worth the upgrade.

Airtightness & Weather Seal

Multi-point weather stripping and precision-machined sashes keep conditioned air inside where it belongs. The sliding panels seat tightly against the frame, eliminating the drafts that make older Long Beach aluminum windows feel cold in winter and muggy in summer.

Waterproofing

The VLX 500 meets AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards with a pressure-equalized sill design that channels water away from the interior. Drainage channels at the sill base prevent pooling during heavy winter rain, which Long Beach sees more often than most people expect.

Wind Resistance

Wind-load rated for local climate requirements. The 0.079-inch wall thickness and reinforced frame corners hold the sash stable during Santa Ana wind events and coastal gusts without rattling or flexing. Your windows stay put when the wind picks up off the Pacific.

Security & Hardware

Impact-resistant laminated glass option available for ground-floor sliders and homes in higher-risk zones. The locking mechanism engages multiple points along the sash, and the heavy aluminum frame resists prying better than vinyl. Tempered glass adds shatter resistance where building code requires it.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 500 ships in six finish options. Premium Black anchors a modern facade and pairs beautifully with white stucco or light brick. Pure White keeps things clean and traditional, suited to Spanish revival homes throughout Long Beach. Anodized Silver has a raw, industrial feel that works on mid-century and contemporary builds. Bronze and Champagne bring warmth to Mediterranean and craftsman exteriors. Teak Wood offers the visual texture of wood grain without the maintenance headaches of real wood frames.

Glass selection depends on the room. Clear maximizes light and view. Low-E reflects infrared heat while letting visible light through, ideal for south-facing windows in Long Beach. Frosted gives privacy to bathrooms and street-facing bedrooms without sacrificing daylight. Tempered meets safety code for doors and low windows. Laminated adds soundproofing and impact resistance, and we recommend it for homes in Landmark District neighborhoods with heavy foot traffic or close neighbors.

Installation by Lightwell Windows Long Beach in Long Beach

We install the VLX 500 the way the manufacturer requires, because an engineering-grade window installed poorly is still a bad window. Our process starts with a free on-site measurement and frame inspection. We check the rough opening for square, level, and plumb before we order a single unit, because a 1/4-inch deviation can bind the sash or compromise the weather seal.

On installation day, we remove the old window, inspect the framing for rot or water damage behind the stucco, and address any issues before the new unit goes in. We set the VLX 500 level, plumb, and square. We seal all perimeter joints with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant, which fills voids without distorting the frame. The installation meets AAMA 2400/2410 standards, the reference point that building inspectors in Long Beach look for on window permits.

After the window is set, we run a water test on the sill and perimeter, check sash operation at every panel, and clean the job site, including hauling away the old window. We also handle permit paperwork when the project calls for it, which is common when window openings are being enlarged or modified in Long Beach.

Improper installation voids the ViewLux manufacturer warranty. A window that leaks because the foam seal was skipped, or binds because the frame wasn’t shimmed square, is not covered. That’s why we recommend professional installation on every VLX 500 we sell. The load-bearing aluminum frame will last for decades; the install quality determines whether it actually performs for that long.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 500 Sliding Window

Get a Quote – VLX 500 Sliding Window in Long Beach

Ready to see the VLX 500 on your Long Beach home? Call (562) 912-3327 to schedule your free on-site measurement. We’ll bring finish samples, glass options, and a written line-item quote with no change orders or surprise fees. Lightwell Windows Long Beach is your authorized ViewLux installation partner in Long Beach, CA.

Written by the team at Lightwell Windows Long Beach, serving Long Beach, CA, with ViewLux aluminum window systems installed to AAMA 2400/2410 standards since day one.