VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door in Boca Raton, FL | Sightline Windows & Doors Boca Raton

The VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door is a modern aluminum single entry door built around a minimalist frame and multi-point locking system. In Boca Raton, homeowners and architects specify this door when they want clean sightlines, thermal efficiency, and security without the bulk of traditional entry systems. We’re Sightline Windows & Doors Boca Raton, an authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Palm Beach County since 2018. That partnership means your door ships with full factory warranty protection and our crews train directly on ViewLux installation protocols. We’ve hung VLX 100 doors in Boca Raton communities from Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club to Boca Villas, and we know how this system performs in our coastal climate. Call (561) 200-8592 to schedule your free on-site measurement and written quote.

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Product Overview - VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

The VLX 100 answers a specific question: how do you build an entry door that disappears visually while standing up to Florida’s demands? ViewLux designed this as a single-swing aluminum system with a frame so slim it reads as glass-first, metal-second. The 2.56-inch profile width keeps sightlines tight. The 0.098-inch wall thickness gives the extrusion the structural integrity to carry large lites without flexing.

Multi-point locking is standard, not an upgrade. Three locking points engage simultaneously when the handle lifts, compressing the door against its seals top to bottom. In Boca Raton, where afternoon thunderstorms drive rain against entryways at angle, that compression matters. The door stays sealed.

Architecturally, the VLX 100 fits transitional and contemporary homes throughout Boca Raton. We’ve installed it as a primary entry in Addison Mizner-inspired renovations where owners wanted modern contrast, and in new construction along the Intracoastal where the brief was “nothing visible but the view.” The maximum 48-inch width handles most residential openings without sidelights. For wider entries, we stack pairs or flank with fixed glass.

Aluminum was the right material choice for this climate. It won’t swell, rot, or invite termites. The thermal break separates interior and exterior surfaces so the frame doesn’t sweat or transfer heat the way solid aluminum would. That’s engineering you feel when you walk past it in August.

Technical Specifications

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Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency

The thermal break inserts a polyamide barrier between interior and exterior aluminum surfaces. NFRC-rated performance means the frame contributes to your whole-home energy score, not undermines it. In Boca Raton, where cooling loads dominate nine months of the year, that break keeps conditioned air inside and attic heat outside.

Acoustic Performance

Multi-point compression and dual durometer seals create an acoustic barrier at the perimeter. Laminated glass adds mass damping for traffic noise or pool equipment hum. We’ve had owners in East Boca report measurable reduction in A1A corridor sound after upgrading from hollow-core entries.

Airtightness & Weather Seal

The multi-point lock draws the door into its frame with uniform pressure. Compression seals activate at multiple heights, eliminating the single-point failure common in standard deadbolt doors. AAMA testing validates the assembly’s resistance to air infiltration under pressure differential.

Waterproofing

Perimeter joints receive AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant during installation. The foam fills irregularities between frame and rough opening, creating a capillary break. Sill pan flashing and proper slope direct any incidental water to the exterior. In Boca Raton’s driving rain events, that detail separates dry interiors from callbacks.

Wind Resistance

The 0.098-inch wall thickness and reinforced corners resist racking under wind load. Laminated glass options meet High Velocity Hurricane Zone requirements where applicable. Standard tempered configurations carry wind ratings appropriate for Boca Raton’s exposure categories per Florida Building Code.

Security & Hardware

Three-point locking engages top, bottom, and center deadbolts with a single handle lift. The hardware mounts into reinforced aluminum stiles, not wood blocking that can split. In Boca Raton, where seasonal residents leave homes unattended for months, that mechanical security provides real peace of mind.

Color & Glass Options

Premium Black reads as architectural intent on white stucco or limestone facades. We see this most in Boca Raton’s newer modern builds along Spanish River Road and in Royal Palm Polo.

Pure White disappears against painted trim, preserving the glass as the visual feature. Popular in traditional Boca Raton courtyard homes where the door shouldn’t compete with landscaping or ironwork.

Anodized Silver carries a metallic depth that shifts with light. It pairs with stainless hardware and contemporary railings without matching too precisely.

Bronze warms contemporary facades and complements terracotta roofs common in older Boca Raton subdivisions. The anodized finish resists the salt-air oxidation that darkens raw bronze.

Champagne splits the difference between silver and bronze. We’ve specified this for transitional homes in Boca Raton where the architecture doesn’t commit fully to warm or cool palettes.

Teak Wood finish gives the warmth of wood grain with aluminum’s durability. For Boca Raton’s humid climate, this eliminates the maintenance cycle of real teak entry doors.

Glass selection depends on exposure and privacy needs. Clear maximizes views and daylight. Frosted and Obscure provide privacy for street-facing entries or secondary doors visible from pools. Low-E coatings reject solar heat gain, critical for west-facing Boca Raton entries that bake in afternoon sun. Tempered satisfies safety code for all door applications. Laminated adds impact resistance and sound damping, and it’s the choice for hurricane-prone exposures.

Installation by Sightline Windows & Doors Boca Raton in Boca Raton

We install every VLX 100 to AAMA 2400/2410 standards because the alternative is warranty exposure you don’t want. ViewLux requires authorized-partner installation to maintain coverage. A handyman or general carpenter who skips the foam sealant, who shims the frame crooked, who forgets the sill pan, voids that protection. We’ve been called to fix those jobs in Boca Raton. The frame is usually salvageable. The drywall and flooring around it often aren’t.

Our process starts with a pre-install inspection. We verify rough opening dimensions, check for square, and identify any structural issues before the door arrives. In Boca Raton’s older homes, particularly in neighborhoods like Old Floresta or near the Boca Raton Resort, we find settled openings that need reframing. Better to know before demo day.

Setting the frame demands level, plumb, and square within 1/8 inch across the full height. We use composite shims that won’t compress or rot, then anchor through the jamb into structural framing, not just trim board. The multi-point lock mechanism has minimal tolerance for racked frames. A twisted installation binds the hardware and leaks air.

Perimeter sealing follows AAMA 812 with low-expansion foam sealant. In Boca Raton’s climate, standard expanding foam can over-expand and distort the frame. The specified foam cures with predictable volume, filling gaps without pressure. We tool exterior sealant joints for water shedding, not just appearance.

Final steps include operational testing of all locking points, a water spray test at the sill and jamb intersections, and jobsite cleanup. We leave the door adjusted, the hardware lubricated, and the warranty paperwork complete. Our Boca Ratan installations carry our own workmanship guarantee in addition to ViewLux factory coverage.

Boca Raton’s building department requires permits for entry door replacement when the opening is modified or when impact-rated products are specified for HVHZ compliance. We pull those permits, schedule inspections, and ensure code compliance. You don’t navigate that process alone.

Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

What is the lead time for the VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door?

Lead time typically runs 6 to 8 weeks from signed approval to delivery in Boca Raton, depending on finish and glass selection. Custom finishes or laminated impact glass can extend that slightly. Call (561) 200-8592 to check current production schedules and reserve your slot.

Does the VLX 100 qualify for energy tax credits?

The NFRC-rated thermal break and Low-E glass configurations may contribute to whole-home energy credit eligibility under current federal programs, though specific qualification depends on your total envelope improvement and tax situation. We provide NFRC performance data and product certifications for your accountant’s review. For definitive guidance on your Boca Raton home’s eligibility, consult a tax professional with your installation documentation.

What warranty comes with the Swing / Entry Door?

ViewLux provides a limited lifetime warranty on the aluminum frame and finish, with 20-year coverage on the insulating glass unit and 10 years on hardware, contingent on authorized-partner installation. Sightline Windows & Doors Boca Raton adds our own 5-year workmanship guarantee. Improper installation by non-authorized contractors voids the factory coverage entirely. Call (561) 200-8592 to ensure your installation maintains full protection.

Can I customize the size?

The VLX 100 single panel accommodates openings up to 48 inches wide. For larger entries, we design paired configurations or combine the door with fixed sidelites using matching ViewLux profiles. During your free Boca Raton on-site measurement, we’ll verify your rough opening and present options that maintain the design intent without custom engineering premiums.

How do I maintain aluminum frames?

Rinse frames quarterly with fresh water to remove salt deposits, especially in Boca Raton’s coastal exposure zones. Wash annually with mild soap and a soft brush. Lubricate the multi-point lock mechanism with silicone spray twice yearly. Avoid abrasive cleaners or pressure washers directed at seal joints. The anodized and powder-coated finishes are essentially self-maintaining; touch-up is rarely needed. Call (561) 200-8592 if you notice seal degradation or hardware binding.

Get a Quote - VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door in Boca Raton

We’re ready to measure your opening, walk you through finish and glass options, and deliver a written line-item quote with no pressure to decide on the spot. Every VLX 100 we install in Boca Raton carries authorized-partner warranty protection and our own workmanship guarantee. Call (561) 200-8592 or reach out through our site to schedule your free on-site consultation. We’ll bring samples, answer your questions, and give you real numbers you can build your project around.

Written by the team at Sightline Windows & Doors Boca Raton, serving Boca Raton since 2018.