VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door

VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door in West Palm Beach, FL | Sightline Windows & Doors West Palm Beach

The VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door is a CNC-bent aluminum arched entryway built for homeowners and builders who want a curved architectural statement with structural precision. At Sightline Windows & Doors West Palm Beach, we install this ViewLux system for clients across West Palm Beach who are tired of flat, ordinary entryways and want something that reads as intentional design, not afterthought. As an authorized ViewLux installation partner, we bring factory-trained fitting expertise to every project, which protects your warranty and ensures the door performs as engineered. Whether you’re renovating a Mediterranean Revival in El Cid, building new in Ibis, or upgrading a waterfront property along Flagler Drive, we’ll measure, fabricate, and install to exact spec. Call (561) 354-3861 to schedule your free on-site consultation.

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Product Overview - VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door

The VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door starts with a single premise: an arched opening should never be faked with a rectangular door and a half-moon transom. ViewLux engineers this system from extruded aluminum stock that is CNC-bent to your exact radius, then welded and finished as a unified frame. The result is a true curved entryway, custom fabricated to order, with no visible seams at the spring line.

Buyers in West Palm Beach choose this series for three reasons. First, the 0.098″ wall thickness and 2.56″ profile width give the frame rigidity that thinner residential systems lack. Second, the aluminum construction shrugs off the salt air, humidity, and driving rain that degrades wood and steel at Florida’s coast. Third, the custom fabrication means your arch isn’t limited to a catalog radius. Shallow segmental arches over wide modern openings, tall Gothic curves for two-story foyers, or true Roman half-circles for classical entries - the VLX 100 accommodates the architecture rather than forcing a compromise.

The material choice matters here. Aluminum doesn’t swell, rot, or invite termites. In West Palm Beach, where summer humidity sits above 80% for months and hurricane-season rain hits horizontally, that stability translates to doors that close properly year after year. The thermal break separates interior and exterior aluminum surfaces, so you get the structural benefits without the thermal bridging that plagued early aluminum systems.

Technical Specifications

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Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency

The VLX 100 uses a polyamide thermal break that separates interior and exterior aluminum extrusions. This barrier cuts conductive heat transfer and earns NFRC-rated energy performance numbers. In West Palm Beach, where air conditioning runs eight months a year, that thermal break keeps conditioned air inside and radiant heat outside. Pair it with Low-E glass for a complete thermal package.

Acoustic Performance

Laminated glass and precision frame gaskets work together to dampen exterior noise. The same interlayer that holds laminated glass together when shattered also absorbs sound energy. For homes near I-95, the airport flight path, or busy thoroughfares like Okeechobee Boulevard, this matters. The frame’s tight construction eliminates the rattles and whistles that let noise through lesser systems.

Airtightness & Weather Seal

Multiple compression seals engage as the door closes, creating a continuous barrier against air infiltration. AAMA testing protocols verify that the VLX 100 maintains its seal across repeated cycling and temperature swings. For West Palm Beach homeowners, this means no hot drafts in July and no dust intrusion during dry winter fronts.

Waterproofing

The sill profile includes integrated drainage channels that collect and evacuate wind-driven rain. AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant at all perimeter joints creates a secondary moisture barrier between frame and rough opening. During West Palm Beach’s summer thunderstorms, when rain hits at 45 degrees with sustained winds, this dual protection keeps water out of your walls and subfloor.

Wind Resistance

The 0.098″ wall thickness and welded corners give the VLX 100 frame the stiffness to resist racking under wind load. Impact-resistant laminated glass options meet Florida building code requirements for wind-borne debris protection. Every unit we install in West Palm Beach is specified for the local wind speed rating, with documentation available for permit and inspection.

Security & Hardware

Tempered and laminated glass options resist forced entry far better than standard annealed glass. The frame’s structural rigidity prevents the flexing that lets pry bars gain purchase. Multi-point locking hardware engages at several heights along the jamb, distributing force and eliminating the single weak point of a standard deadbolt.

Color & Glass Options

Premium Black reads modern and deliberate. It works on contemporary builds in West Palm Beach’s newer developments and creates sharp contrast against white stucco or coral stone. Pure White suits traditional Florida architecture, blending with trim and reflecting heat. Anodized Silver shows the aluminum’s natural character - industrial, honest, and maintenance-free since the finish is integral to the metal, not a coating.

Bronze warms up Mediterranean and Spanish Colonial entries without the maintenance burden of actual bronze. Champagne offers a neutral metallic that shifts with daylight, subtle on traditional homes, unexpected on modern ones. Teak Wood finish gives the appearance of tropical hardwood with aluminum’s durability; popular for homes near the water where real teak would gray and check within two seasons.

Glass choice depends on privacy and performance needs. Clear maximizes light and view. Frosted and Obscure provide privacy without sacrificing daylight - useful for entries facing streets or neighboring properties. Low-E coating reflects infrared heat, critical for west-facing doors in West Palm Beach. Tempered meets safety code and breaks into small granules rather than shards. Laminated adds impact resistance, sound damping, and security; required in hurricane zones and recommended for any entry you want to harden against intrusion.

Installation by Sightline Windows & Doors West Palm Beach in West Palm Beach

We install every VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door to AAMA 2400/2410 standards because the manufacturer warranty depends on it. ViewLux explicitly voids coverage for improper installation, and we’ve seen too many West Palm Beach homeowners learn that lesson after water intrusion or frame racking appears. Our process eliminates those risks.

Pre-install, we verify the rough opening dimensions and structural support. Arched units transfer weight differently than rectangular doors; the spring line needs adequate bearing, and the curve must be centered precisely. We check for plumb of the jack studs and level of the sill before the unit arrives. Fabrication lead times for custom radii mean we measure once, fabricate once, and install once - no field modifications that compromise the finish or the seal.

Setting the frame, we shim to achieve level, plumb, and square within 1/8 inch across the full span. The VLX 100’s 2.56″ profile width gives us material to work with, but an arched frame won’t correct for a crooked opening the way a rectangular unit might. We anchor through the jamb into structural framing, not just trim, with fasteners rated for the calculated wind load.

Perimeter sealing follows AAMA 812: low-expansion foam sealant fills the gap between frame and rough opening, creating an air and moisture barrier that remains flexible through seasonal movement. We cap that with compatible sealant at the exterior face, then flash to the weather-resistive barrier per manufacturer detail. Final water testing with a calibrated spray rack confirms no leaks at static pressure before we sign off.

West Palm Beach’s building department requires permits for door replacements that change the opening or involve impact-rated products. We pull those permits, schedule inspections, and provide the product approvals and Miami-Dade or Florida Product Approval documentation that inspectors expect. For homes in the historic districts near Clematis Street or the Norton Museum area, we coordinate with any additional architectural review requirements.

Cleanup means we leave the site broom-clean, with protective film removed from glass and hardware, and operation instructions provided. The door should swing or slide smoothly, lock cleanly, and seal silently from day one.

Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door

What is the lead time for the VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door?

Lead time runs 8 to 12 weeks from final measurement approval, since each unit is CNC-bent and fabricated to your exact radius and dimensions. We schedule your West Palm Beach site measure after you approve the preliminary quote, and we don’t start fabrication until you’ve signed off on the shop drawings. Call (561) 354-3861 to start the process - estimates are free.

Does the VLX 100 qualify for energy tax credits?

The VLX 100 with Low-E glass and NFRC-rated thermal break performance may contribute to federal energy efficiency tax credits depending on the tax year and your total project scope. We provide NFRC labels and product performance certificates for your tax preparer, but we don’t give tax advice. Call (561) 354-3861 and we’ll send the documentation you need.

What warranty comes with the Arched / Custom Door?

ViewLux backs the frame with a limited lifetime warranty and the finish with a 20-year warranty against fading and chalking, contingent on professional installation per AAMA standards. Sightline Windows & Doors West Palm Beach adds our own workmanship warranty on the installation. Full terms are provided with your written quote. Call (561) 354-3861 for details.

Can I customize the size?

Yes. The VLX 100 is custom fabricated to order with no standard maximum span. We measure your opening, confirm structural support for the arch load, and fabricate to that exact specification. Custom radius, height, width, and jamb depth are all configurable. Call (561) 354-3861 to schedule a free on-site measurement in West Palm Beach.

How do I maintain aluminum frames?

Rinse frames quarterly with fresh water to remove salt buildup, especially within a mile of the Intracoastal or ocean. Wash annually with mild soap and a soft brush; avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents on painted or anodized finishes. Lubricate hinges and lock mechanisms with a dry Teflon spray. Inspect weatherstrip annually for compression set. Call (561) 354-3861 if you notice finish chalking or seal degradation - early intervention prevents bigger issues.

Get a Quote - VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door in West Palm Beach

A custom arched door is not a stock purchase. It requires measurement, engineering, fabrication, and installation by people who understand how the curve transfers load and how the seal performs under Florida pressure. At Sightline Windows & Doors West Palm Beach, we’ve installed ViewLux systems across West Palm Beach from Palm Beach Shores to the western communities, and we bring that experience to your project from the first site visit. Call (561) 354-3861 to schedule your free on-site measurement and written quote. We’ll bring sample finishes, glass swatches, and a portfolio of completed arched entries so you can see exactly what your home will gain.

Written by the team at Sightline Windows & Doors West Palm Beach, serving West Palm Beach as an authorized ViewLux installation partner.