VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door in Plantation, FL | TruePane Windows & Doors

The VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door is a modern aluminum single-entry door with a minimalist frame profile and a multi-point locking system. It’s for Plantation homeowners who want a front door that reads clean and architectural, not heavy and ornamental. TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Plantation, which means you get factory-backed product knowledge paired with local installation crews who set doors level, plumb, and square. Call (772) 577-2915 to schedule a free measurement and quote.

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Product Overview - VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

The VLX 100 is built around a simple idea: a door should feel solid, close quietly, and look like it belongs to the house rather than dominating it. The frame profile measures 2.56 inches wide, which gives the door a slim, contemporary sightline without sacrificing structural rigidity. Swing doors in this series are single-entry, meaning one active panel, and that simplicity translates into fewer moving parts, fewer alignment issues over time, and a cleaner silhouette.

What sets the VLX 100 apart from wood or vinyl entry doors is the aluminum frame. Aluminum doesn’t warp in South Florida humidity, doesn’t swell after a rainy season, and doesn’t require repainting every few years. The 0.098-inch wall thickness contributes to the frame’s stiffness, so the door holds its geometry through thousands of open-and-close cycles. In Plantation, where afternoon thunderstorms and high humidity are a daily reality for half the year, that dimensional stability matters.

The multi-point locking system engages at multiple points along the door edge rather than a single deadbolt location. That spreads the locking force across the full height of the panel, which improves security and also helps the door seal more evenly against the weatherstripping. Buyers choosing this series tend to be homeowners replacing a dated front door, builders specifying modern single-family homes, or condo owners in Plantation who want an entry that feels current without requiring structural changes.

TruePane Windows & Doors has installed ViewLux products throughout Plantation, from Jacaranda Lakes to Plantation Acres. We’ve seen how this door performs in real South Florida conditions, and we specify it because the factory tolerances are tight, the hardware is substantial, and the finish options hold up to UV exposure.

Technical Specifications

• Frame material: Extruded aluminum with 0.098-inch wall thickness
• Profile width: 2.56 inches
• Maximum panel span: Up to 48 inches wide for a single swing panel
• Glass options: Clear, frosted, obscure, Low-E, tempered, laminated
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Retractable screen or none
• Thermal performance: Thermal break technology, NFRC-rated energy performance
• Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant installation by TruePane Windows & Doors
• Perimeter seal: AAMA 812 compliant low-expansion foam sealant on all joints

These are the numbers that matter when you’re comparing products. The 2.56-inch profile is narrow enough for a modern look but deep enough to house the multi-point lock hardware. The 48-inch maximum width gives flexibility for wider entryways without moving to a double-door configuration.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency. The VLX 100 frame includes a thermal break, which separates interior and exterior aluminum surfaces to reduce heat transfer. In Plantation’s climate, that means less heat bleeding through the door frame during August afternoons. The door is NFRC-rated for energy performance, and pairing it with Low-E glass further reduces solar heat gain on west-facing entries.

Acoustic Performance. Aluminum frames with proper weatherstripping and laminated glass reduce exterior noise noticeably. Homeowners on busier streets in Plantation, like sections of Broward Boulevard or Sunrise Boulevard, benefit most. Laminated glass is the single biggest acoustic upgrade available for this series.

Airtightness & Weather Seal. The multiple locking points don’t just secure the door, they compress the weatherstripping evenly around the full perimeter. That even compression is what creates a genuine air seal. During installation, TruePane Windows & Doors applies AAMA 812 compliant low-expansion foam sealant along every perimeter joint so conditioned air stays inside and humid outside air doesn’t infiltrate.

Waterproofing. South Florida gets roughly 60 inches of rain a year, much of it in short, wind-driven bursts. The VLX 100 is designed with a sill and perimeter sealing system that directs water away from the threshold. Our installers follow AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards, which govern flashing and water management, and we water-test the completed install before we call the job done.

Wind Resistance. Impact-resistant laminated glass is available for this door, which matters for Plantation homes required to meet Miami-Dade or Broward County wind-load standards. Even without impact glass, the aluminum frame’s structural stiffness, combined with proper anchoring during installation, gives the door strong wind-load performance for local climate requirements.

Security & Hardware. The multi-point locking system engages at three or more points along the door edge with a single turn of the handle or key. That’s meaningfully harder to force open than a standard single deadbolt. The aluminum frame also resists prying and warping better than wood or vinyl alternatives.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door comes in six finishes. Premium Black and Anodized Silver suit modern and contemporary homes, and we see both frequently in newer Plantation communities. Pure White suits transitional homes and condo entries where a bright, clean look is the goal. Bronze and Champagne offer warmer metallic tones that work well on Mediterranean and older Florida ranch styles. Teak Wood is a wood-grain finish that gives the look of natural wood with none of the maintenance, which makes it a practical choice for Plantation Acres homes where a traditional entrance fits the streetscape.

Glass selection depends on where the door faces and how much privacy you need. For west-facing entries in Plantation, Low-E glass cuts heat gain dramatically while preserving visibility. Obscure and frosted glass are best when the entry door opens onto a living space and you want natural light without a direct sightline from the street. Tempered glass is standard for safety in doors, and laminated glass is the upgrade to choose if you want impact resistance, improved acoustics, or both. Laminated glass also blocks more UV, which helps protect flooring and furnishings near the entry.

Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Plantation

We don’t just sell the VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door, we install it to a standard that keeps the manufacturer warranty intact. Every installation starts with a pre-install inspection of the existing rough opening. We check the framing condition, measure the opening in three places, and identify any slab or jamb issues before the new door is ordered or brought on site.

On install day, the door is set level, plumb, and square. That’s the part of the job you can’t see after the trim goes on, but it’s the difference between a door that swings smoothly for a decade and one that binds at the corner after six months. Aluminum doors are unforgiving of sloppy framing, and in Plantation, where homes range from 1960s block construction to newer wood-frame builds, the rough opening conditions vary widely. We’ve worked in most of them.

Perimeter sealing is done with AAMA 812 compliant low-expansion foam at every joint. We follow AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards governing flashing, anchoring, and water management. After the door is installed, we run a water test around the perimeter to confirm no leaks at the threshold or jamb corners. Then we clean the glass, wipe down the finishes, and walk you through the locking hardware before we leave.

Improper installation voids the manufacturer warranty on this product. That’s not a scare tactic, it’s the reality of modern door systems. A door that’s installed out of square will have issues with the multi-point lock alignment. A door that’s sealed incorrectly will leak. TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means we install to the factory’s specifications and stand behind the workmanship after the job is done.

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Get a Quote - VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door in Plantation

If you’re ready to price a VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door for your Plantation home, start with a free on-site measurement. We’ll confirm your opening size, review glass and finish options in person, and give you a line-item quote with no surprises after the contract. Call (772) 577-2915 to schedule yours, or to ask any questions about this door.

Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, serving Plantation, FL and surrounding Broward County communities.