VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door in Oakland Park, FL | TruePane Windows & Doors

The VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door brings a clean, modern aluminum profile to entryways across Oakland Park. It’s a single swing door with a slim frame, multi-point locking, and enough glass to let Florida light in without compromising security or energy performance. Homeowners upgrading mid-century ranch homes near Royal Palm Park or newer builds off Dixie Highway choose this door when they want a front entrance that feels current, not cluttered. TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Oakland Park, which means you get manufacturer-backed product support paired with local installation that holds up to South Florida weather. Call (863) 264-3649 to talk through your project.

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Product Overview - VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

The VLX 100 is a modern aluminum swing door built around one idea: a single entry should be strong, minimal, and effortless to use every day. The frame profile measures 2.56 inches wide with .098-inch wall thickness, which gives the door real structural heft without the bulky look of older aluminum systems. For Oakland Park homeowners, that translates to an entrance that feels substantial when you close it but never visually heavy.

Architecturally, the VLX 100 slots into homes where the door is part of the design story, not just a way in. Think renovated 1960s ranch homes, contemporary additions, or townhomes near Oakland Park Boulevard where curb appeal matters. The minimalist frame puts the focus on the glass and the finish, not on bulky hardware or wide stiles.

Durability comes from the aluminum itself. It won’t warp in humidity, won’t absorb moisture during rainy season, and won’t swell the way wood doors do in Florida’s climate. The multi-point locking system engages at multiple points along the frame when you lift the handle, which stiffens the entire door panel against the weather stripping and gives you security that feels immediate and mechanical, not electronic or gimmicky.

Buyers choose this series because it does modern entry doors the way they should be done: thermal break technology for energy performance, laminated impact glass as an option, and a finish lineup that works with everything from white stucco to dark modern exteriors. TruePane Windows & Doors installs the VLX 100 throughout Oakland Park, and we’ve put these doors in everything from modest single-story homes to custom renovations near Lake Emerald.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what the VLX 100 is made of, in plain terms. These are the specs that matter when you’re comparing entry doors side by side.

• Frame wall thickness: .098 inches, a heavier gauge than most entry doors in this class
• Profile width: 2.56 inches, slim enough for a modern look but deep enough for thermal break
• Maximum panel span: up to 48 inches wide, which covers most single-door openings in Oakland Park homes
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Obscure, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Retractable Screen or None
• Thermal performance: NFRC-rated with thermal break technology
• Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant, AAMA 812 low-expansion foam on all perimeter joints
• Impact rating: Wind-load rated for local code, laminated impact glass available

Performance Features

Each of these features matters differently depending on where you live in Oakland Park and how your home is oriented. Here’s what to expect.

Thermal Efficiency – The VLX 100 uses a thermal break in the aluminum frame, which separates the interior and exterior metal so heat doesn’t conduct straight through the door. NFRC-rated performance means you can compare actual energy numbers, not marketing claims. For west-facing entryways in Oakland Park, Low-E glass makes a noticeable difference in afternoon heat gain.

Acoustic Performance – A solid, well-sealed aluminum door changes how your living room feels. The VLX 100 with laminated glass cuts down street noise, lawn equipment, and the general hum of Oakland Park neighborhoods. If you live within earshot of Dixie Highway or Oakland Park Boulevard, this is a feature you’ll appreciate every evening.

Airtightness & Weather Seal – All perimeter joints get AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant, which means no gaps for conditioned air to escape or outside air to sneak in. The compression weather stripping around the multi-point lock system seals evenly on all sides when the door is closed and locked. That’s the difference between a door that looks sealed and one that is sealed.

Waterproofing – South Florida rain doesn’t fall straight down. It comes sideways during afternoon storms. The VLX 100’s sill design and perimeter sealing keep water on the outside where it belongs. Proper installation with slope and drainage at the threshold prevents the slow rot and frame damage that happens when water pools at an entry door in Oakland Park.

Wind Resistance – Wind-load rated for local code requirements. If you’re required to meet Miami-Dade or Broward County product approval standards, the laminated glass option gets you there. Even the standard configuration handles the coastal wind patterns that roll through Oakland Park during storm season.

Security & Hardware – The multi-point locking system is the standout here. Instead of one latch at the handle, the door engages at several points along the height of the frame. It’s a physical, tactile lock that you can feel engage. Combined with laminated glass and the heavy .098-inch frame wall, it makes forced entry genuinely difficult without being a fortress.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 100 comes in six finishes. Premium Black and Pure White cover the two ends of the modern spectrum: black for contrast on light stucco homes around Oakland Park, white for clean integration on bright exteriors. Anodized Silver keeps it in raw aluminum territory, which reads as architectural and precise. Bronze and Champagne are warmer metals that work well on traditional or transitional homes. Teak Wood is a powder-coat finish that gives you the look of wood grain at the frame level without any of the maintenance concerns that real wood doors create in Florida humidity.

Glass is just as important as finish. Clear glass maximizes light and visibility for covered entryways. Frosted and Obscure glass add privacy for doors that face a neighbor’s house directly, which is common on the tight lots in older Oakland Park neighborhoods. Low-E glass is the energy play for west-facing doors. Tempered glass is standard for safety. Laminated glass is the choice if you want impact resistance and hurricane protection combined into one door panel.

Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Oakland Park

Installation is where entry doors live or die. A $3,000 door installed poorly will underperform a $1,500 door installed correctly, and a bad installation voids the manufacturer warranty. This is not an area to save money on a handyman.

TruePane Windows & Doors installs the VLX 100 to AAMA 2400/2410 standards, which is the accepted professional benchmark for window and door installation. Our process starts with a pre-install inspection of your rough opening. We measure the actual opening, not the old door, and we check the subfloor and threshold condition before ordering. In Oakland Park homes built in the 1950s through 1970s, rough openings have often shifted or been modified over the years, and working with the real dimensions is what prevents air leaks and sticking doors later.

During install, the frame is set level, plumb, and square before any fasteners go in. Every perimeter joint is sealed with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam, which fills gaps without bowing the frame. We flash the threshold to direct water away from the house, not into it. After the door is hung and hardware is adjusted, we run a water test and verify that the panel closes evenly against the weather stripping at all locking points. Cleanup is on us. Your old door is hauled away.

Oakland Park’s climate matters here. High humidity, intense afternoon sun, and heavy seasonal rain all punish entry doors. A properly installed and sealed aluminum door with thermal break handles all of it. An improperly installed one becomes a maintenance headache within two years.

Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

What is the lead time for the VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door?
Most VLX 100 orders in Oakland Park take 3 to 5 weeks from measurement to installation, depending on the finish and glass package selected. Custom sizes or laminated impact glass can add time. Call (863) 264-3649 and we’ll give you a realistic schedule based on your specific configuration.

Does the VLX 100 qualify for energy tax credits?
The VLX 100 can qualify for federal energy credits when configured with Low-E glass and ordered with a thermal break, since it meets NFRC-rated energy performance standards. Your specific eligibility depends on your tax situation and the door configuration. We recommend confirming with your tax preparer.

What warranty comes with the VSwing / Entry Door?
The VLX 100 carries a manufacturer warranty through ViewLux, and it remains valid only when the door is installed by an authorized partner like TruePane Windows & Doors. Improper installation voids coverage. We can walk you through the warranty terms on your specific configuration when you call.

Can I customize the size of the VLX 100?
The door supports panels up to 48 inches wide, so most standard single-door openings in Oakland Park homes work fine. If your rough opening is larger than that, we’ll need to talk about reframing or a different configuration. Call (863) 264-3649 and we’ll measure your opening before you commit to anything.

How do I maintain aluminum frames in South Florida?
Aluminum frames need occasional cleaning with mild soap and water, plus inspection of the weather stripping and locking points once or twice a year. In Oakland Park’s coastal climate, salt in the air can build up on exterior surfaces. A rinse every few months keeps the finish looking new. Avoid abrasive cleaners and pressure washers on the frame.

Get a Quote - VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door in Oakland Park

The best way to know what the VLX 100 costs in your specific opening is to get measured. Every home in Oakland Park is different, and pricing depends on size, glass, finish, and the condition of your rough opening. Call (863) 264-3649 to schedule a free on-site measurement and get a written, line-item quote for your project. We’ll bring finish samples and glass options to your home so you can see everything in your actual light.

Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Oakland Park, FL.