VLX 500 Sliding Window

VLX 500 Sliding Window in Woodland Hills, CA | Hale Windows Woodland Hills

The VLX 500 Sliding Window is a high-performance aluminum sliding system built for homeowners who want wide, unobstructed views without sacrificing thermal performance or durability. It’s the window you choose when a room faces the Santa Monica Mountains and you want every inch of glass working for you. Hale Windows Woodland Hills is an authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Woodland Hills and the surrounding San Fernando Valley, which means you get the product backed by a local team that measures, installs, and stands behind it. Call (831) 618-2053 to talk through your project or schedule a free measurement.

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Product Overview – VLX 500 Sliding Window

The VLX 500 answers a simple question: how do you get maximum glass area with effortless operation in a window that will still look and perform beautifully ten years from now? ViewLux engineered this series around a slim 1.97-inch profile and a 0.079-inch wall thickness that keeps the frame narrow enough to disappear into the wall while remaining rigid enough for large openings. You get a sliding system that glides on precision rollers with very little effort, even on panels that span six feet or more.

The series is available in two track configurations. The 2-track configuration gives you two sashes, one fixed and one sliding, which suits most bedroom, living room, and kitchen replacements. The 3-track version adds a third sash and is the right choice for wide openings, patio-facing walls, or anywhere you want two sliding panels moving past a fixed center panel. In Woodland Hills, where mid-century and contemporary ranch homes often feature long horizontal window runs, the 3-track VLX 500 is a frequent request. It keeps sightlines clean while delivering real ventilation.

Aluminum gets dismissed by some buyers who remember old, sweaty, condensing frames. The VLX 500 is not that window. The polyamide thermal break isolates the interior and exterior aluminum, cutting heat transfer at the frame itself. That matters in a climate like Woodland Hills, where summer afternoons push past 95°F and winter mornings dip into the 40s. Hale Windows Woodland Hills has installed this series in homes throughout the area, and the consistent feedback is that the window feels solid, closes with a confident stop, and stays smooth season after season.

Technical Specifications

Here are the numbers that define the VLX 500 Sliding Window, in plain terms. These specs reflect what Hale Windows Woodland Hills quotes and installs for Woodland Hills homeowners.

• Frame wall thickness: 0.079 inches, a measure of the aluminum extrusion’s structural depth. This is a mid-wall thickness that balances weight, rigidity, and thermal performance.
• Profile width: 1.97 inches. The visible frame face stays under two inches, which is what gives the VLX 500 its slim, contemporary look.
• Track configurations: 2-Track for a single sliding sash plus fixed panel, and 3-Track for dual sliding sashes. Both use stainless-steel roller assemblies.
• Glass types: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, and Laminated. Low-E is standard in most Woodland Hills installations for energy performance; tempered and laminated are specified where code or security calls for them.
• Frame finishes: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, and Teak Wood.
• Screen options: Sliding Screen for standard ventilation, Retractable Screen for a disappearing screen that preserves the view when closed.
• Performance standards: NFRC-rated thermal performance via thermal break technology. Installed to AAMA 2400/2410 standards using AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant at every perimeter joint.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency. The polyamide thermal break separates interior and exterior aluminum, which is the single biggest factor in stopping heat from moving through the frame. Combined with Low-E glass, the VLX 500 carries NFRC ratings that reflect real energy performance, not marketing. In Woodland Hills, that translates to less heat gain on the west-facing side of the house in August.

Acoustic Performance. The frame’s multi-chamber design and compression gaskets reduce outside noise transmission. For homes on busy streets like Ventura Boulevard or Topanga Canyon Boulevard, laminated glass can be specified in the VLX 500 for meaningful additional sound control.

Airtightness & Weather Seal. All perimeter joints are sealed with AAMA 812 low-expansion polyurethane foam, with an interior backer rod and sealant. That combination keeps conditioned air in and outside air out, which is what actually shows up on your utility bill.

Waterproofing. The sill design includes a sloped drainage path and integrated weep holes that route water out and away from the home. Paired with flashed and sealed rough openings at installation, the VLX 500 handles Woodland Hills’s occasional heavy winter rain without issue.

Wind Resistance. The 0.079-inch wall thickness and stainless steel roller hardware give this window the structural reserve to handle gusty canyon conditions. Wind-load ratings are matched to the specific elevation and exposure of your Woodland Hills property, which matters when you live in a hillside pocket like Valley Circle or Bell Canyon-adjacent streets.

Security & Hardware. The sliding sash locks at the meeting rail with a die-cast zinc lock. Interlocking members at the sash junction prevent prying. For more peace of mind, laminated glass resists shattering and buys valuable time against break-in attempts.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 500 comes in six durable finishes. Premium Black remains the most requested color in Woodland Hills right now, especially on modern and contemporary homes with black trim, black roofs, or dark aluminum exterior accents. Pure White is the classic choice for traditional and Spanish-style homes, and it keeps the frame visually quiet from the inside. Anodized Silver reads as architectural and crisp, which suits commercial-style modern builds or homes with stainless appliances and fixtures visible through the glass.

Bronze and Champagne both lean warm. Bronze adds depth to Mediterranean and ranch exteriors; Champagne is a softer, warmer metallic that works well with stone or stucco in neutral earth tones. Teak Wood is a wood-grain finish ideal for homeowners who like the warmth of timber but don’t want the maintenance. On the glass side, Clear maximizes light and views. Frosted works for bathrooms, side yards, or any window facing a close neighbor. Low-E is your everyday energy performer. Tempered glass goes anywhere safety glazing is required by building code, like windows near doors or low to the floor. Laminated adds both sound reduction and impact resistance, a popular pairing on street-facing walls in Woodland Hills.

Installation by Hale Windows Woodland Hills in Woodland Hills

A quality window installed badly is a bad window. The VLX 500 carries a manufacturer warranty, but that warranty assumes correct installation. ViewLux authorizes Hale Windows Woodland Hills as an installation partner precisely because of how we handle the work. Every installation starts with a pre-install inspection of the rough opening. We check the opening dimensions, the condition of the framing, the existing flashing, and the squareness of the opening itself.

From there, the window is set level, plumb, and square using shims at the manufacturer’s specified points. It is not forced into an out-of-square opening and screwed tight. That is how sashes bind, rollers wear, and tracks fail early. The perimeter is sealed with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam, which forms a continuous air and moisture barrier without bowing the frame. Interior joints receive backer rod and a compatible sealant.

The installation meets AAMA 2400/2410 standards, which are the accepted guidelines for installation of fenestration products. After the window is in, we perform a water test to verify the drainage path works, operate the sash through its full travel, and leave the work area swept and clean. Woodland Hills homes present particular conditions: older stucco openings in original 1960s and 1970s construction, new ADU projects with engineered plans and inspections, and hillside exposures that require careful flashing. Hale Windows Woodland Hills has installed the VLX 500 across all of them, and we pull every required permit on jobs where one applies. Call (831) 618-2053 for a free on-site measurement and line-item estimate.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 500 Sliding Window

Get a Quote – VLX 500 Sliding Window in Woodland Hills

If you’re planning a window replacement or new build in Woodland Hills, start with a conversation. We’ll walk you through the VLX 500 configurations, glass packages, and finishes that fit your home and your budget. Call Hale Windows Woodland Hills at (831) 618-2053 to schedule your free on-site measurement and project quote.

Written by the team at Hale Windows Woodland Hills, authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Woodland Hills, CA.