VLX 80 Awning Window

VLX 80 Awning Window in Fort Worth, TX | Juniper Windows Fort Worth

The VLX 80 Awning Window is a top-hinged aluminum window built for two things Fort Worth homeowners care about most: ventilation that works even during a spring downpour, and a frame that won’t warp in Texas heat. Juniper Windows Fort Worth is an authorized installation partner for ViewLux, which means you get the factory product installed by a crew that knows the window inside and out. We sell it, we install it, we stand behind it. If you’re researching this window for a remodel or new build in Fort Worth, call (682) 354-9300 and we’ll walk you through real pricing for your openings.

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Product Overview – VLX 80 Awning Window

The VLX 80 is a top-hinged aluminum awning window, meaning it opens outward from the bottom and creates a sloped canopy when open. That canopy lets you keep windows open during light rain without water pouring onto the sill, which matters a lot in Fort Worth where pop-up thunderstorms roll through on a regular basis. The aluminum frame carries a 0.079-inch wall thickness and 1.97-inch profile width, giving you a slim sightline without sacrificing rigidity.

People choose this window when they want modern lines, a window that works high on walls or above fixed windows, and hardware that stays tight after years of use. The thermal break in the frame separates the interior and exterior aluminum so heat doesn’t conduct straight through the metal. In a Fort Worth summer, that’s the difference between a frame that’s warm to the touch and one that’s actively fighting your AC. We’ve installed these in Fairmount bungalows, Walsh Ranch new builds, and mid-century remodels in Wedgwood. The window fits all of them because the design is clean enough to disappear into the wall opening.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what the VLX 80 brings to the table, in plain terms. Frame wall thickness runs 0.079 inches, which is substantial for an aluminum residential window and resists flexing under wind load. The 1.97-inch profile depth keeps the frame narrow enough for standard 2×4 and 2×6 wall construction across Fort Worth subdivisions and custom builds alike.

• Frame material: Thermally broken aluminum, 0.079″ wall thickness
• Profile width: 1.97 inches
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Fixed Screen, Retractable Screen
• Performance testing: NFRC-rated thermal performance, AAMA 2400/2410 installation standard, AAMA 812 sealant compliance
• Wind load: Rated for North Texas climate requirements

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency
The VLX 80 uses a thermal break built into the aluminum frame, interrupting heat transfer between the outside face and the interior. Paired with Low-E glass, the window earns NFRC-rated energy performance that holds up in Fort Worth’s July and August heat. Less heat gain means your HVAC isn’t fighting the windows.

Acoustic Performance
Aluminum isn’t known for quiet, but the VLX 80’s frame design and multi-point weatherstripping cut down on outside noise. Laminated glass is the upgrade to choose if you’re near I-30, Loop 820, or a busy school zone in Fort Worth. The glass layer dampens sound noticeably before it enters the room.

Airtightness & Weather Seal
This window is built to seal. The compression gaskets around the sash create a tight closure that keeps conditioned air inside. In a Fort Worth winter that dips below freezing, a leaky window is a draft you feel from across the room. The VLX 80’s sealing system is rated for airtightness that passes AAMA testing.

Waterproofing
Top-hinged awning windows naturally shed water away from the opening when open. Closed, the VLX 80 relies on its perimeter seal and sloped sill design to direct water out and down. Juniper Windows Fort Worth installs every unit with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam on all perimeter joints, so the window-to-wall junction stays dry.

Wind Resistance
Spring in Fort Worth brings gusts that test every window in the house. The VLX 80 is wind-load rated for the local climate, and its aluminum frame handles pressure without bowing the way vinyl can. The 0.079-inch wall thickness is doing real structural work here, especially on larger openings.

Security & Hardware
Awning windows are inherently harder to pry open from outside because the sash overlaps the frame when closed. The VLX 80’s locking hardware engages at multiple points along the frame. Upgrade to tempered or laminated glass if security near ground-level access points is a concern for your Fort Worth home.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 80 comes in six finishes. Premium Black is the most popular choice in Fort Worth right now, especially for modern farmhouse and contemporary builds where black window frames anchor the exterior. Pure White suits traditional brick homes in neighborhoods like Ryan Place and Park Hill. Anodized Silver reads as sleek and commercial, common on lofts near downtown Fort Worth. Bronze and Champagne warm up the frame for Mediterranean or Tuscan-style homes you’ll see in parts of Tanglewood or Mira Vista. Teak Wood is a wood-look finish that gives you the appearance of stained wood without the rot risk in Texas humidity.

For glass, Clear is the baseline. Frosted works for bathrooms and side yards where privacy matters but light still needs to pass through. Low-E is the energy upgrade most Fort Worth homes should have, it reflects infrared heat before it enters the glass. Tempered satisfies code requirements for windows near doors and low to the floor. Laminated adds impact resistance and sound reduction, worth considering if your home faces a busy street or you want storm protection beyond standard glass.

Installation by Juniper Windows Fort Worth in Fort Worth

The best window in the world performs poorly if it’s installed wrong, and with aluminum windows, the margin for error is tighter than with vinyl. A window set out of square will bind on the hinges. A perimeter that isn’t sealed properly will leak. A frame that isn’t level will have water pooling in the wrong place within a year. That’s why Juniper Windows Fort Worth treats installation as half the product.

Our process starts with a pre-install inspection of the rough opening. We check the framing for square, level, and plumb before anything goes in. The VLX 80 gets set with shims to hold the frame true, then fastened per ViewLux’s installation specifications, which keeps the manufacturer warranty intact. Next comes the perimeter seal: AAMA 812 low-expansion foam on every joint, followed by exterior sealant and interior trim as specified. Every installation we do in Fort Worth follows the AAMA 2400/2410 standard, which covers installation practice for fenestration products.

For this climate, we pay attention to details specific to North Texas. Brick veneer homes in Fort Worth settle differently than framed walls, so we check reveal gaps and account for any existing movement. West-facing windows in summer take direct afternoon sun, so we verify the thermal break isn’t compromised during install. We test the operation, check the seal, water-test where needed, and clean up the site before we call it done. Improper installation voids the ViewLux factory warranty, which is exactly why you want the install crew to be an authorized partner, not a generalist.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 80 Awning Window

Get a Quote – VLX 80 Awning Window in Fort Worth

We’ll measure your openings, spec the VLX 80 with the glass and finish that make sense for your home, and give you a line-item quote you can compare line by line. Free on-site measurement, no pressure, no change orders down the road. Call Juniper Windows Fort Worth at (682) 354-9300 to get your VLX 80 project started this week.

Written by the team at Juniper Windows Fort Worth, serving Fort Worth and surrounding North Texas communities with premium window sales and installation.