VLX 100 Double Swing / French Door

VLX 100 Double Swing / French Door in Jacksonville, FL | Lightwell Windows Jacksonville

The VLX 100 Double Swing / French Door is a paired aluminum door system built for homeowners in Jacksonville who want wide, symmetrical openings without the maintenance headache of wood or vinyl. Two door panels swing open from the center, which makes it a natural fit for patios, covered lanais, sunrooms, and interior openings that lead to a pool deck or backyard. Lightwell Windows Jacksonville is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means you get factory-backed product support plus a local crew that installs to AAMA standards. If you’re pricing this door for a Jacksonville home, call (904) 914-3691 for a free estimate.

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Product Overview – VLX 100 Double Swing / French Door

The VLX 100 Double Swing is ViewLux’s paired French door, and it earns its place in the lineup through balance and restraint. The two panels are engineered so the center sightlines match the outer frame dimensions, giving the door a clean, mirrored look whether it’s open or closed. That symmetry matters in Jacksonville homes where the door is a focal point of a great room or a covered outdoor living space.

Builders and homeowners choose this series for three reasons. First, the flush threshold means no raised sill to trip over, which is a real advantage when you’re moving between a kitchen and a patio, or when someone in the household uses a wheelchair or walker. Second, the multi-point lock hardware secures the door at the top, bottom, and center of the frame rather than relying on a single latch. Third, the aluminum construction holds up to Jacksonville’s combination of humidity, salt air in coastal neighborhoods like Atlantic Beach and Ponte Vedra, and intense summer sun without warping, swelling, or fading the way wood and fiberglass often do.

The frame is extruded aluminum with a wall thickness of 0.098 inches and a profile width of 2.56 inches. That’s a slimmer sightline than bulkier commercial doors, which lets more glass into the opening while still carrying the structural load of a door that can span up to 96 inches wide. For a Jacksonville homeowner, the VLX 100 is the door you choose when you want the opening to feel architectural rather than purely functional.

Technical Specifications

Every VLX 100 we install in Jacksonville is ordered to the opening’s exact measurements. We don’t stock standard sizes and hope they fit. Your door is fabricated for your wall, which means fewer shims, tighter reveals, and a cleaner install.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency – The VLX 100 uses a thermal break in the aluminum frame, separating the exterior and interior metal so Jacksonville’s summer heat doesn’t conduct straight through to your air-conditioned rooms. NFRC-rated energy performance is available with Low-E glass packages, and the thermal break is standard, not optional.

Acoustic Performance – If you live near I-95, Jax Beach traffic, or a busy street in Riverside or San Marco, you’ll notice the difference a properly sealed aluminum door makes. The VLX 100’s frame design and glass options, especially laminated glass, are rated for sound control that cuts road noise and neighbor noise measurably.

Airtightness & Weather Seal – Every perimeter joint gets AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant during installation. The door’s weather stripping is compression-fit to the frame, which means no drafts through the center seam where the two panels meet. In Jacksonville’s humidity, that seal also keeps conditioned air in and muggy air out.

Waterproofing – The flush threshold integrates with a sill design that channels water away from the interior. Combined with perimeter sealing and proper flashing, the VLX 100 holds up to Jacksonville’s afternoon thunderstorms and the sideways rain we get during hurricane season without puddling at the door base.

Wind Resistance – The VLX 100 is wind-load rated for local climate requirements, which covers the coastal wind zones in Duval County and surrounding areas. For homeowners in evacuation zones or neighborhoods with stricter building codes, the impact-resistant laminated glass option brings the door up to the protection level those codes demand.

Security & Hardware – The multi-point lock hardware isn’t just a feature, it’s the reason this door feels solid when it closes. Three locking points engage the frame simultaneously, which means the door resists prying at the bottom and top corners, the two most common forced-entry points on French doors. The hardware is integrated into the profile, not surface-mounted as an afterthought.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 100 comes in six finishes. Premium Black is the current favorite for modern farmhouse and contemporary builds in Jacksonville’s newer communities like Nocatee and eTown. Pure White suits coastal and traditional homes from San Marco to Ortega. Anodized Silver reads as a classic aluminum finish that never goes out of style. Bronze adds warmth to Mediterranean and Spanish-style homes in St. Augustine and along the coast. Champagne is a softer metallic that works well with warm neutrals and transitional interiors. Teak Wood gives you a wood-look finish with none of the rot, termite, or repainting concerns of real wood in Florida’s climate.

Glass selection depends on where your door faces and what you need it to do. Clear maximizes the view and natural light. Low-E adds a microscopically thin coating that reflects heat, which matters on west-facing doors in Jacksonville where the afternoon sun is relentless. Tempered is safety glass required by code for doors and large panels. Laminated adds impact resistance and sound dampening, and is the choice for coastal wind zones or homes that want serious storm protection. Frosted and Obscure are for interior applications or privacy situations where you want light without a direct sightline, think a bathroom hallway or a home office entry.

Installation by Lightwell Windows Jacksonville in Jacksonville

We install the VLX 100 Double Swing the way the manufacturer requires it: level, plumb, square, and sealed. That’s not marketing language. A French door that’s out of square by even an eighth of an inch will bind, leak, or fail to latch properly, and those problems compound over time as the frame flexes with Jacksonville’s heat and humidity cycles.

Our process starts with a pre-install inspection of the rough opening. We check the framing, the subfloor, and the exterior wall condition before the door ever arrives from ViewLux. If there’s rot, water damage, or an out-of-plumb opening, we flag it and fix it before installation, not after.

During installation, we set the frame level and plumb using shims and fasteners at manufacturer-specified intervals. The perimeter gets a continuous bead of AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant around every joint, which is the standard ViewLux specifies for warranty-safe installation. The whole job follows AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards, the industry benchmark for window and door installation in residential construction.

After the door is hung and the hardware is adjusted, we run a water test on the sill and perimeter to confirm the seal is doing its job. Then we clean up, haul off the old door and debris, and walk you through how the multi-point lock works and how to adjust the hinges if they ever settle.

One thing we tell every homeowner in Jacksonville: an improper install voids the manufacturer warranty. That’s true for ViewLux and every other door brand. The VLX 100 is a precision product, and the difference between a door that performs for 20 years and one that fights you from day one is almost always installation quality.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 100 Double Swing / French Door

What is the lead time for the VLX 100 Double Swing / French Door? The VLX 100 is fabricated per order, so expect a lead time of roughly 4 to 6 weeks from final measurement to delivery in Jacksonville. We’ll confirm the exact timeline when you place the order, and we schedule installation as soon as the door arrives at our shop.

Does the VLX 100 qualify for energy tax credits? The VLX 100 with a qualifying Low-E glass package may be eligible for federal energy efficiency incentives, but eligibility depends on the specific glass configuration, your home, and the current tax year rules. We recommend confirming with your tax professional, and we can provide the NFRC ratings for any configuration you’re considering. Call (904) 914-3691 for the glass specs.

What warranty comes with the Double Swing / French Door? The VLX 100 carries the manufacturer’s warranty through ViewLux, and it stays valid when the door is installed by an authorized partner like Lightwell Windows Jacksonville. We’ll walk you through exactly what the warranty covers and for how long, in writing, before you sign anything.

Can I customize the size? Yes, the VLX 100 is fabricated to your exact opening measurements up to a maximum span of 96 inches wide. That includes non-standard heights and widths. If your opening is larger than the max span, we’ll talk through alternatives before you commit.

How do I maintain aluminum frames? Aluminum frames need almost no maintenance in Jacksonville. Wash the frame and glass with mild soap and water twice a year, and check the weather stripping and the multi-point lock’s strike plates for debris. If you live near the beach, rinse the frame with fresh water occasionally to remove salt residue from the finish.

Get a Quote – VLX 100 Double Swing / French Door in Jacksonville

The fastest way to get a real price on the VLX 100 Double Swing for your Jacksonville home is to call (904) 914-3691. We’ll schedule a free on-site measurement, walk through your glass and finish options, and give you a written line-item quote before you decide anything. No pressure, no change orders, no surprises.

Written by the team at Lightwell Windows Jacksonville, serving Jacksonville, FL with ViewLux products installed to AAMA standards.