VLX 80 Awning Window

VLX 80 Awning Window in Miami, FL | Hale Windows Miami

The VLX 80 Awning Window is a top-hinged aluminum window built for one thing Miami homeowners constantly ask for: ventilation that keeps working when the afternoon storm rolls through. You can leave it open in the rain. The sash tilts outward from the top, so water runs off the glass instead of into your house. Hale Windows Miami installs the VLX 80 as an authorized ViewLux partner, which means you get the product warranty intact, a crew that installs to AAMA standards, and a local team that understands Miami building codes and coastal corrosion. Call (786) 442-1123 to talk specs or schedule a free measurement.

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Product Overview – VLX 80 Awning Window

The VLX 80 is part of ViewLux’s aluminum awning series, designed around a thermal break profile that separates the interior and exterior aluminum faces. That break matters in Miami. Without it, aluminum transfers heat straight through the frame, and your air conditioning bill pays for it. With it, the frame stays noticeably closer to room temperature, and condensation becomes far less likely on humid days.

Architecturally, the VLX 80 fits where fixed glass won’t do. Think above kitchen sinks in Coral Gables bungalows, high on bathroom walls in Coconut Grove, or paired in rows across a sunroom in Pinecrest. The top-hinged design lets you position them high on a wall and still open and close them easily with a crank or handle. They work especially well in modern flat-roof homes and mid-century ranches across Miami, where clean horizontal lines are part of the design language.

Buyers choose this series when they want aluminum’s slim sightlines without its traditional energy penalty. The frame is only 1.97″ wide, so you get more glass area than a bulkier vinyl or wood frame would give you at the same rough opening. The wall thickness of the aluminum extrusion is 0.079″, which gives the sash rigidity without looking heavy. It reads as contemporary, performs as engineered, and holds up against Miami’s salt air, heavy rain, and UV exposure better than most alternatives.

Hale Windows Miami has installed this product in single-family homes, condos where the association allows window replacement, and small commercial storefronts across Miami-Dade. If you’re replacing old jalousie or single-pane aluminum windows, the VLX 80 is a natural step up. If you’re building new, it’s an easy way to get operable ventilation into rooms where a sliding or casement window doesn’t make sense.

Technical Specifications

Here are the numbers that matter when you’re comparing this window against other aluminum products on the market in Miami.

• Frame material: Extruded aluminum with a thermal break
• Wall thickness: 0.079 inches
• Profile width: 1.97 inches
• Operation: Top-hinged awning, opens outward from the bottom
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Fixed screen or retractable screen
• Glazing: Single or dual-pane insulated glass units, depending on application
• Impact rating: Impact-resistant laminated glass available for wind-borne debris zones
• Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency
The polyamide thermal break between the inner and outer aluminum extrusion cuts conductive heat transfer through the frame. The result is an NFRC-rated energy performance that meets Miami-Dade’s energy code requirements, particularly when paired with Low-E insulated glass. In practical terms, rooms with these windows hold temperature better and put less strain on the AC during July and August.

Acoustic Performance
Aluminum frames with proper weatherstripping make a tighter seal than older single-pane units, and when you add laminated glass, the sound reduction jumps significantly. For homes near US-1, I-95, or Miami International Airport flight paths, the laminated option is one of the most cost-effective noise upgrades available on an awning window.

Airtightness & Weather Seal
The VLX 80 uses continuous compression gaskets around the full sash perimeter. When closed, the sash presses into the seal evenly, which minimizes air leakage. That means fewer hot, humid drafts sneaking in, and less conditioned air escaping. Hale Windows Miami sets every sash to spec so that seal actually does its job, because a barely-visible misalignment defeats the engineering.

Waterproofing
Weep channels at the sill allow any water that reaches the track to drain outward. Combined with the top-hinged design and proper slope on the opening, rain runs off the sash rather than pooling. During a classic Miami downpour with sideways wind, the weatherstrip and weep system work together to keep water on the outside where it belongs.

Wind Resistance
The 0.079″ wall thickness on the extrusion gives the frame a stiffness that matters during tropical storm and hurricane conditions. These units are wind-load rated to meet local climate requirements. For homes in high-velocity hurricane zones, we recommend the impact-resistant laminated glass package, which brings the whole assembly up to the protection level Miami-Dade demands.

Security & Hardware
Awning windows are naturally harder to force open from outside than sliding windows, because the opening direction works against a pry bar. The multi-point locking hardware on the VLX 80 engages at two points along the sash. The crank or handle mechanism is smooth, and the aluminum hardware resists the corrosion that eats cheaper steel components in Miami’s salt air.

Color & Glass Options

One of the reasons we stock the VLX 80 at Hale Windows Miami is the finish range. Six finishes cover nearly every architectural style you’ll find from El Portal to Kendall.

Premium Black is the strongest seller in modern and contemporary homes. It frames the glass sharply and pairs well with white stucco, natural wood, and concrete. Pure White is the default for traditional Miami homes, especially in neighborhoods like Shenandoah and Coral Way where the original window styling leaned lighter. Anodized Silver gives you that clean, commercial look that works on condo towers and Miami Modern architecture. Bronze reads warmer and hides dirt well, which is a practical point on busy streets. Champagne is a softer metallic tone that blends with beige and cream exteriors. Teak Wood is a wood-grain textured finish that gives you aluminum’s durability with the look of stained hardwoods, a common choice in Pinecrest and Palmetto Bay ranch homes.

On the glass side, Clear is what it sounds like. Frosted gives privacy for bathrooms and street-facing windows without closing the blinds. Low-E is the efficiency upgrade we recommend on nearly every Miami install: it blocks solar heat gain while keeping visible light. Tempered glass meets safety glazing code for windows near doors and low to the floor. Laminated glass holds together if broken and is the base for impact-rated packages.

Installation by Hale Windows Miami in Miami

We’ll be blunt: the best window in the catalog fails if the installation is sloppy. A 1/8″ sag on an awning sash changes the seal compression, and a skipped perimeter foam bead leaves a thermal and water pathway. That’s why Hale Windows Miami installs the VLX 80 to the AAMA 2400/2410 standard, which is the industry benchmark for residential window installation. It’s also the standard ViewLux’s warranty assumes was followed.

Our process starts with a pre-install inspection. We measure the rough opening, check the existing framing for rot or termite damage, and verify the opening is square. If the opening is off, we correct it before the window goes in, because shimming a window plumb and square is not optional. Every VLX 80 we set gets checked for level, plumb, and square before a single fastener is finalized.

Around the entire perimeter, we apply AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant. That product choice is specific: AAMA 812 foam is formulated for window and door applications, so it expands with enough force to seal but not enough to bow the frame. On the exterior, we seal all perimeter joints and then run a water test before we call the job done. If water gets in, we find out before the drywall is patched, not after the next Miami thunderstorm.

Miami’s climate adds two wrinkles most national installers don’t account for. First, wind-driven rain is routine, not exceptional, so our flashing detail and sill slope matter more than they would in most of the country. Second, older Miami homes often have out-of-square rough openings from decades of settling. We correct those rather than forcing the frame to conform, which is what keeps the warranty intact and the window operating smoothly for years.

If your window was installed incorrectly by a previous contractor, the manufacturer will not honor the product warranty. That’s not a ViewLux policy quirk, it’s industry standard. Professional installation by an authorized partner protects the warranty and, more importantly, protects the window’s performance.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 80 Awning Window

What is the lead time for the VLX 80 Awning Window?
Standard finishes and glass packages on the VLX 80 typically run 3 to 5 weeks from order to delivery at our Miami warehouse, while custom sizes and special finishes can extend to 6 to 8 weeks. We confirm a specific lead time at quote, because ViewLux’s production schedule shifts with demand. Call (786) 442-1123 and we’ll give you a current estimate for your exact configuration.

Does the VLX 80 qualify for energy tax credits?
The VLX 80 can qualify for federal energy tax credits when configured with Low-E insulated glass that meets the current ENERGY STAR criteria for the South region, which includes Miami. The tax credit rules change periodically, so we recommend confirming eligibility with your tax preparer. We can quote the specific glass package that meets the efficiency threshold.

What warranty comes with the Awning Window?
ViewLux provides a manufacturer’s warranty on the VLX 80 frame, glass, and hardware, and that warranty is preserved when the window is installed by an authorized partner like Hale Windows Miami to AAMA standards. Our installation workmanship is also covered. We’ll walk you through the exact warranty terms on your quote, in plain language, before you sign anything.

Can I customize the size?
Yes. The VLX 80 is fabricated to the dimensions of your rough opening, not sold only in stock sizes. Awning windows work especially well in wide, short openings, like above a kitchen counter or below a fixed picture window. We’ll measure, recommend proportions that keep the hardware functioning long term, and order exactly what your opening needs.

How do I maintain aluminum frames?
Wash the frames twice a year with mild soap and water, rinse thoroughly, and keep the weep holes at the sill clear of debris. That’s the entire maintenance routine for the VLX 80 in Miami. The powder-coated finishes don’t need repainting, and the aluminum won’t rust. If you live within a few blocks of the ocean, rinse the frames monthly to remove salt residue. Call (786) 442-1123 if you ever need replacement weatherstripping; it’s a quick hardware swap, not a window replacement.

Get a Quote – VLX 80 Awning Window in Miami

We quote the VLX 80 Awning Window with line-item pricing, so you know exactly what the window costs and exactly what the installation costs. No vague allowances, no surprises after the drywall is cut. Call Hale Windows Miami at (786) 442-1123 to schedule a free on-site measurement anywhere in Miami-Dade County. We’ll bring finish samples, glass options, and an honest recommendation for your home.

Written by the team at Hale Windows Miami, authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Miami, FL.