VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door

VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door in Plantation, FL | TruePane Windows & Doors

The VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door is a CNC-bent aluminum entryway built to order for homeowners in Plantation who want a curved architectural statement without sacrificing structural performance. This is not an off-the-shelf door. Every unit is fabricated to your exact opening dimensions and radius, which means you get a true custom fit instead of a modified stock product. TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Plantation and surrounding Broward County neighborhoods, so you get the product, the installation, and the warranty support from one accountable local team. Call (772) 577-2915 to talk through your project.

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Product Overview - VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door

The VLX 100 exists for one reason: most door manufacturers cannot produce a genuine arched entryway with the precision that aluminum allows. The frame is bent on CNC-controlled equipment, which produces a continuous, smooth radius rather than the segmented or faceted curves you see on lower-end arched doors. That’s the “structural precision” part. The “architectural statement” part is what happens when the door is installed: a clean sweep of anodized or powder-coated aluminum that draws the eye to the entry and changes how the whole facade reads from the street.

In Plantation, we see this door specified for three situations. Mediterranean and Spanish Revival homes on tree-lined lots off Broward Boulevard and in Plantation Acres use the arch to echo traditional mission-style openings. Mid-century ranch homes getting a modern refresh use it as the one dramatic move on an otherwise flat front elevation. And new custom builds in developments around Central Park use the VLX 100 because the architect drew an arch and nobody wanted to compromise the line with a rectangular door squeezed into an arched rough opening.

The wall thickness is 0.098 inches, which is substantial for a door frame, and the profile width measures 2.56 inches. These are not decorative numbers. The thicker wall resists deflection better over the life of the door, and the 2.56-inch profile gives the weather stripping and hardware mounting surfaces room to work properly. Because every unit is fabricated to order, the maximum span is limited only by what the engineering review approves for your specific wind-load zone and opening size. In South Florida, that review matters.

Technical Specifications

Here is what the VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door brings to your Plantation project, in plain terms:

• Frame material: CNC-bent aluminum, wall thickness 0.098 inches
• Profile width: 2.56 inches
• Span: Custom fabricated to order - no stock sizing
• Glass types: Clear, Frosted, Obscure, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Thermal performance: Thermally broken frame, NFRC-rated for energy performance
• Impact option: Impact-resistant laminated glass for wind-borne debris zones
• Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant installation by TruePane Windows & Doors

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency - The VLX 100 frame is thermally broken, which means the inside and outside aluminum faces are separated by a non-conductive barrier. In Plantation’s year-round heat, that keeps air-conditioned air inside where it belongs. The NFRC-rated performance numbers vary by glass package, but the frame itself is designed to reduce conductive heat transfer, not just pass it through.

Acoustic Performance - Aluminum frames paired with laminated glass provide measurable sound reduction. If your Plantation home fronts a busier street, like parts of Sunrise Boulevard or University Drive, the laminated glass option makes a noticeable difference in interior quiet. Sound ratings improve further with the right weather seal installation, which is part of how we set every door.

Airtightness & Weather Seal - The 2.56-inch profile width leaves real estate for proper perimeter weather stripping. During installation our team applies AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on all perimeter joints, which fills voids without bowing the frame. Airtightness is not just a comfort issue; it prevents the slow air exchange that drives up cooling costs during Plantation summers.

Waterproofing - Doors in South Florida deal with horizontal rain, tropical systems, and afternoon thunderstorms that drop an inch of water in twenty minutes. The AAMA 2400/2410 installation standard that our crew follows is specifically written for fenestration products in demanding climates. Water management starts at the rough opening and continues through flashing, sealant, and sill details. Every VLX 100 we install gets a final water test before we call the job done.

Wind Resistance - Plantation sits in Broward County’s High Velocity Hurricane Zone. The VLX 100 can be configured with impact-resistant laminated glass and is wind-load rated for local climate requirements. We work with your engineer or building department on the specific design pressures for your opening because custom arched doors fall outside the prescriptive wind-load tables that stock doors use.

Security & Hardware - The frame is thick enough to anchor multi-point hardware without flexing, and the aluminum construction resists the prying forces that compromise thinner doors. We recommend the laminated glass option for entry applications for two reasons: impact debris protection during storms and a meaningful delay factor against forced entry.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 100 ships in six finishes. Premium Black is the boldest choice and reads beautifully against light stucco or white painted brick, which covers a large share of Plantation homes. Pure White blends seamlessly on bright coastal-style elevations. Anodized Silver is the honest-metal option, a natural aluminum finish that suits modern and industrial-inspired homes. Bronze is a classic South Florida choice that hides water spotting and pairs well with dark window frames. Champagne is warmer and less common, a good fit for homes with travertine or sandstone accents. Teak Wood is a wood-grain powder coat that gives the look of a solid timber door with none of the rot, swelling, or termite risk a real wood door carries in our humidity.

Glass selection depends on where the door leads and what you want it to do. Clear glass maximizes light. Frosted and obscure glass preserve privacy while still glowing during the day. Low-E glass cuts solar heat gain, which matters on west-facing entries in Plantation. Tempered glass meets code for safety glazing near floors. Laminated glass, the impact option, is the one we recommend most often for exterior arched doors in Broward County.

Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Plantation

An arched custom door is only as good as the crew that sets it. The frame is fabricated to a radius and if the rough opening is not square, level, and plumb, that beautiful arc binds, gaps, or leaks. We handle the entire installation process in Plantation, and we do it to the AAMA 2400/2410 standard, which is the benchmark for fenestration installation in high-wind regions.

Our process starts before the door ever arrives. We inspect the rough opening, verify the radius and dimensions, check the sill for level and the jambs for plumb, and flag any structural issues that need correcting first. When the VLX 100 arrives from ViewLux fabrication, we set it level, plumb, and square by shimming and anchoring per the engineer’s details for your wind-load zone. Then we seal: AAMA 812 low-expansion polyurethane foam on all perimeter joints, backing rod and sealant at the exterior face, and a continuous sill pan detail that directs water away from the frame, not into it. Every install ends with a water test, a hardware function check, and a walkthrough with you.

One thing worth stating plainly: an improperly installed custom door voids the manufacturer warranty. We have seen homeowner-installed and handyman-installed arched doors in Plantation fail within two seasons because the rough opening was prepped wrong or the perimeter was not sealed. The warranty on your VLX 100 is only as strong as the installation behind it, which is exactly why TruePane Windows & Doors exists as an authorized ViewLux partner rather than a reseller without skin in the game.

Plantation-specific conditions, high heat, heavy seasonal rain, and hurricane wind pressure, mean there is no forgiving margin for shortcut installation. We pull permits when required, and we install to code, not to convenience.

Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door

What is the lead time for the VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door? Because every VLX 100 is fabricated to order rather than pulled from stock, lead time typically runs several weeks from final measurement and engineering approval, depending on finish selection and glass package. Call (772) 577-2915 and we’ll give you a realistic production window for your specific configuration.

Does the VLX 100 qualify for energy tax credits? The door itself may qualify for tax credits when built with qualifying Low-E glass and thermally broken framing that meets current energy standards. Eligibility depends on the glass package and your project details, and we recommend confirming with your tax preparer. We can provide the NFRC performance documentation you’ll need.

What warranty comes with the Arched / Custom Door? The VLX 100 carries a manufacturer warranty through and TruePane Windows & Doors backs our installation work with a separate workmanship warranty. The key condition on the product warranty is professional installation; a custom arched door that is not installed per AAMA standards can lose coverage entirely.

Can I customize the size of my arched door? Yes, this is the entire point of the VLX 100 line. The frame is CNC-bent to your specific opening radius and dimensions. There is no standard size you have to adapt to. We measure, the fabricator bends, and the door arrives built to your opening.

How do I maintain aluminum frames in Plantation? Aluminum frames are low-maintenance, but in our climate we recommend rinsing the frame and track twice a year to remove salt and dirt buildup, checking the weather stripping each spring, and wiping the glass with a non-abrasive cleaner. Powder-coated finishes should not be scrubbed with abrasive pads. Keep drainage channels clear and your VLX 100 will hold up for decades.

Get a Quote - VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door in Plantation

If you are planning an arched entry in Plantation, we would like to measure your opening and put a written quote in your hands. Call (772) 577-2915 to schedule a free on-site measurement and design consultation with TruePane Windows & Doors. We’ll walk you through glass options, finish samples, and a realistic budget for your custom door.