VLX 80 Awning Window

VLX 80 Awning Window in Long Beach, CA | Lightwell Windows Long Beach

The VLX 80 Awning Window is a top-hinged aluminum window that opens outward from the bottom, letting you run ventilation even during a light Long Beach drizzle. Rain hits the sloped glass and rolls off while air still moves through the sides. Homeowners across Naples, Belmont Shore, and Bixby Knolls choose this window for kitchens, bathrooms, and second-story rooms where a crank-out casement would feel awkward. Lightwell Windows Long Beach installs this ViewLux product as an authorized partner, which means your warranty stays intact and the install meets AAMA 2400/2410 standards. Call (562) 912-3327 for a free project estimate.

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Product Overview – VLX 80 Awning Window

The VLX 80 is built around a simple idea: a window should ventilate your home without making you choose between fresh air and dry floors. Because it hinges at the top and opens at the bottom, the glass itself becomes a small awning when open. That geometry is why this style has been popular in coastal climates for decades, and why it works so well in Long Beach, where morning marine layer gives way to afternoon sun and occasional bursts of rain.

What separates the VLX 80 from older awning windows is the thermal break built into the aluminum frame. Traditional aluminum conducts heat aggressively, which is a problem when the sun hits a west-facing wall in Los Altos or a south-facing kitchen in Wrigley. ViewLux engineers split the frame with a non-conductive barrier between the interior and exterior aluminum, dramatically reducing heat transfer and condensation. The result is a window that holds up to salt air without the energy penalty older aluminum windows carried.

Architecturally, the VLX 80 fits mid-century modern homes as naturally as it fits newer coastal builds. The narrow sightlines keep glass area maximized, and the frame profile is designed to feel substantial without dominating the wall. Buyers choose this series when they want aluminum durability with modern thermal performance, and when they want a window that will still operate smoothly five or ten years down the road.

Technical Specifications

Here are the VLX 80 Awning Window specs, in plain terms. The frame extrusion measures 0.079 inches in wall thickness, which gives the sash its rigidity without adding bulk. Overall profile width sits at 1.97 inches, keeping sightlines clean while leaving room for the thermal break and multi-point hardware.

• Frame Material: Thermally broken extruded aluminum, 0.079″ wall thickness
• Profile Width: 1.97 inches
• Operation: Top-hinged awning, opens outward from bottom
• Glass Options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finish Options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen Options: Fixed or retractable
• Performance Compliance: NFRC-rated thermal performance, AAMA 2400/2410 installation standard

For Long Beach homes, we most often spec Low-E glass for west and south exposures, tempered for bathrooms and safety-glazing code areas, and laminated where extra sound control or impact resistance matters.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency
The thermal break in the VLX 80 frame interrupts the heat path through the aluminum. In a Long Beach summer, that means a west-facing bedroom in Los Altos stays cooler without overworking the AC. NFRC-rated energy performance gives you real numbers to compare against other window systems, not just marketing claims.

Acoustic Performance
Living near Pacific Coast Highway, the 405, or a busy stretch of 7th Street means traffic noise. The VLX 80 with laminated glass cuts sound transmission noticeably. We have installed these in homes along Ocean Boulevard where the difference between standard insulated glass and laminated was immediately apparent to the homeowner. Sound control ratings hold up under independent testing.

Airtightness & Weather Seal
Awning windows seal tighter than sliders by design. When the sash closes, the compression force presses the weatherstripping evenly around all four sides. That matters during winter storms, when wind-driven rain tests every seal. The VLX 80 is engineered to keep conditioned air in and marine air out, which also helps prevent the drafty feeling common in older aluminum frames.

Waterproofing
The top-hinged design naturally sheds water away from the opening. Combined with a proper perimeter seal on installation, this window resists water intrusion even on exposed coastal walls. We install with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on every perimeter joint, which prevents the gaps that allow moisture migration into the wall cavity.

Wind Resistance
Long Beach sees real wind pressure in exposed locations, particularly near Bluff Park and along the peninsula. The VLX 80 is wind-load rated for local climate requirements, and when specified with appropriate glass thickness, it handles coastal gusts without flex or rattling. The multi-point locking hardware keeps the sash seated tight even under pressure.

Security & Hardware
Awning windows are naturally harder to pry open than sliding or double-hung windows because the open gap is limited and the hinge point is at the top. The VLX 80 adds solid locking hardware that engages at multiple points. For homes wanting extra peace of mind, laminated glass holds together on impact rather than shattering into shards.

Color & Glass Options

Six powder-coated and anodized finishes give the VLX 80 flexibility across Long Beach architectural styles. Premium Black reads modern and crisp against white stucco and works beautifully on Spanish Revival homes in Belmont Heights. Pure White suits traditional and farmhouse styles common in the Eastside. Anodized Silver leans commercial-modern and feels right in loft conversions downtown. Bronze has a warm, understated presence that matches many mid-century facades in Los Altos. Champagne is a softer neutral that pairs well with warmer exterior palettes. Teak Wood brings a wood-look finish to the aluminum profile, useful where HOA guidelines or historic district rules in Bluff Park limit material choices.

Glass selection changes how the window performs. Clear glass maximizes visible light for north-facing rooms. Frosted gives privacy to bathrooms and ground-floor bedrooms without curtains. Low-E reduces solar heat gain and UV exposure, which protects furniture and floors near windows. Tempered glass meets safety glazing codes for windows near doors and in wet areas. Laminated glass cuts noise and holds together under impact. The right glass depends on where the window faces and which room it serves.

Installation by Lightwell Windows Long Beach in Long Beach

How the window is installed matters as much as how it’s built. A high-end aluminum window with a sloppy install will leak, bind, and eventually fail, and the manufacturer warranty will not cover problems caused by improper installation. That is why Lightwell Windows Long Beach handles every VLX 80 install with a process built around the AAMA 2400/2410 installation standard.

Before we cut anything open, we inspect the existing opening. We check for rot in the rough opening, verify the structural framing, and confirm the measurements match what we ordered. Long Beach has older housing stock, and in neighborhoods like Rose Park and Willmore City, we regularly find surprises behind the old trim: settlement, termite damage, improper flashing. Catching those before install day saves you from change orders and patched-together fixes.

When we set the frame, it goes in level, plumb, and square, with shims placed to support the weight properly. We anchor according to manufacturer specs, not guesswork. Every perimeter joint gets sealed with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant, which fills irregular gaps without distorting the frame like high-expansion foam can. That seal is critical in Long Beach, where the marine air pushes moisture into any opening it can find.

After the sash is in and the hardware is adjusted, we test the operation fully: open, close, lock, unlock. We run water on the exterior to verify no leaks around the perimeter. Then we clean up, haul away the old window and debris, and walk you through proper operation and maintenance. The job is not done until you can open that window with one hand and feel it seal tight when you close it.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 80 Awning Window

Get a Quote – VLX 80 Awning Window in Long Beach

If you’re replacing windows in Long Beach, Signal Hill, Lakewood, or the surrounding areas, let us spec the VLX 80 for your home. We provide a free on-site measurement, written line-item pricing, and a straight answer on lead time. Call Lightwell Windows Long Beach at (562) 912-3327 to schedule your quote and get your project moving.

Written by the team at Lightwell Windows Long Beach, your authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Long Beach and surrounding communities.