VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door

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

The VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door is a CNC-bent aluminum entryway built to order, and it’s one of the most requested architectural doors we install in Fort Lauderdale. Homeowners choose it when a standard rectangular door won’t do: when the entry needs a curve, a specific radius, or a custom profile that matches the home’s original character. TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means you get the manufacturer’s engineering paired with a Fort Lauderdale installation crew that knows how to set a heavy arched door level, plumb, and square in a coastal climate. Call (954) 280-4413 to talk through your project.

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Product Overview - VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door

The VLX 100 exists for one reason: most doors are rectangles, and a lot of beautiful homes aren’t. The arched entryway is a statement that goes back centuries, but the old ways of building them (wood laminations, steam bending, steel that rusts) created maintenance headaches. ViewLux took a different approach with the VLX 100. The frame is CNC-bent aluminum, which means the curve is cut and formed by machine, not bent by hand. The result is a curved architectural statement with structural precision that a craftsman could never achieve freehand. Every radius is repeatable. Every joint is consistent.

Where does this door fit? We see it most often in Fort Lauderdale’s older neighborhoods: Rio Vista, Victoria Park, Colee Hammock, Coral Ridge. Those 1920s through 1960s homes often have arched openings that were originally built for custom wood doors. The wood rotted, swelled in the humidity, or simply wore out. The VLX 100 lets those homeowners restore the arch without returning to wood’s maintenance cycle. And for new construction in Las Olas Isles or Harbor Beach, the VLX 100 gives architects a way to make a modern home feel distinctive without compromising on thermal or structural performance.

We’ve also installed the VLX 100 as a pivot door on contemporary builds, and as a matching arched door for Mediterranean and Spanish Revival homes throughout greater Fort Lauderdale. The aluminum won’t warp in the humidity, won’t corrode in the salt air the way steel will, and it holds its finish for decades. That’s why we recommend it for any homeowner who wants the look without a lifetime of upkeep.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what the VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door is made of, measured, and offered with. These are the numbers our Fort Lauderdale clients ask about most before scheduling a measurement.

• Frame wall thickness: 0.098 inches (roughly 2.5 millimeters), a heavier extrusion than most residential door frames, which is why the arch holds its shape under load.
• Profile width: 2.56 inches, a slim sightline that keeps the focus on the curve, not the frame.
• Maximum span: Custom fabricated to order. There is no stock size. We measure your opening, you approve the shop drawings, and the door is bent to that exact radius and height.
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Obscure, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated.
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood.
• Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant, installed by TruePane Windows & Doors.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency
The VLX 100 uses a thermal break inside the aluminum profile, which interrupts the conductive path between the outside Florida heat and your air-conditioned interior. Paired with Low-E glass, the door earns NFRC-rated energy performance numbers you can actually cite on a building permit application in Fort Lauderdale.

Acoustic Performance
Laminated glass makes a measurable difference on a busy street. We’ve installed the VLX 100 on homes along Federal Highway and Sunrise Boulevard where traffic noise was a daily complaint. The laminated interlayer cuts sound transmission noticeably, and the AAMA-rated airtightness seal keeps noise from leaking around the frame.

Airtightness & Weather Seal
Every perimeter joint on the VLX 100 is sealed with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam, which fills the gap between the frame and the rough opening without pushing the frame out of square. Then we apply an exterior-grade sealant bead. The result is a door that doesn’t whistle in a storm or let conditioned air escape.

Waterproofing
Fort Lauderdale gets over 60 inches of rain a year, much of it sideways during summer storms. The VLX 100’s sill design and perimeter sealing work together to direct water away from the threshold. After every install, our crew runs a water test on the exterior face before we call the job done.

Wind Resistance
Fort Lauderdale sits in a High Velocity Hurricane Zone. The VLX 100 is wind-load rated for local climate requirements, and you can specify impact-resistant laminated glass if your home is east of Federal Highway or if you simply want the strongest option available. We’ll confirm your specific code zone during the estimate.

Security & Hardware
A 0.098-inch wall thickness gives the frame real structural rigidity, and the multi-point locking hardware we recommend engages at multiple points along the jamb. It’s not a hollow builder-grade door. When it’s closed and locked, it feels solid.

Color & Glass Options

The six finish options cover most of what we see in Fort Lauderdale architecture. Premium Black is the current favorite for modern white exteriors and gives a sharp contrast against stucco. Pure White works well on coastal and Key West style homes where brightness matters. Anodized Silver is the bare aluminum look, a clean, metallic finish that suits contemporary builds. Bronze is a darker metal tone, popular on mid-century and ranch homes. Champagne is a warmer metallic that pairs beautifully with cream and beige facades, common in Mediterranean revival homes in Coral Ridge. Teak Wood is a wood-grain finish over aluminum, giving you the warmth of wood without the rot, termite, and humidity problems wood doors suffer in South Florida.

On glass: Clear keeps the view and maximizes light. Frosted and Obscure give privacy while still letting daylight through, useful if the arched door faces a street or neighbor. Low-E is the energy efficiency choice, cutting solar heat gain during a Fort Lauderdale summer. Tempered glass is safety glass, required by code in many door applications. Laminated glass adds impact resistance and sound dampening. You can combine options, for example Low-E laminated, and we’ll walk you through the cost of each during the quote.

Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Fort Lauderdale

Here’s something most door companies in Fort Lauderdale won’t tell you: an arched door lives or dies by its installation. A rectangular door can tolerate a slightly out-of-square opening. An arched door cannot. If the frame is set half a degree off, the arch won’t seat properly, the weather seal won’t compress evenly, and water will find its way in. Improper installation also voids the manufacturer warranty, which is why ViewLux requires installation by an authorized partner for full warranty coverage. We are that partner for Fort Lauderdale.

Our installation process starts before the door arrives. We measure the rough opening in three places: at the spring line of the arch, at the midpoint, and at the threshold. We check for uneven concrete, settling, and old termite damage in wood framing. When the VLX 100 shows up, we inspect the frame and glass before anything gets set.

Then we set the frame level and plumb, shimming precisely around the curve, checking our work with a digital level as we go. Every perimeter joint gets AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant, applied carefully so it seals without bowing the frame. We follow AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards on every job, including exterior flashing and sealant application. After the door is hung, we run a water test, adjust the hardware, and clean up the entire work area. The result is a door that opens smoothly, seals tightly, and keeps its shape through hurricane season after hurricane season.

Fort Lauderdale throws specific challenges at exterior doors: salt air, intense UV exposure, heavy summer rain, and wind pressure events. The VLX 100 is built for all of that, but only if it’s set correctly. That’s the job we do every week.

Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door

What is the lead time for the VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door?
Most VLX 100 orders in Fort Lauderdale run 4 to 6 weeks from final measurement and shop-drawing approval to delivery at our warehouse. Because every door is fabricated to order, the exact lead time depends on the radius, finish, and glass you choose. Call (954) 280-4413 and we’ll give you a current production estimate for your exact configuration.

Does the VLX 100 qualify for energy tax credits?
It can. The VLX 100 with a qualifying Low-E glass package and NFRC-rated thermal performance may meet federal energy tax credit requirements, depending on the glass configuration and the specific performance numbers for your door size. We’ll provide the exact NFRC documentation with your quote so you can confirm eligibility with your tax preparer in Fort Lauderdale.

What warranty comes with the Arched / Custom Door?
The VLX 100 carries a manufacturer’s warranty through and it remains valid only when the door is installed by an authorized partner using AAMA-compliant methods. As that authorized partner for Fort Lauderdale, TruePane Windows & Doors ensures your installation meets every requirement. We’ll walk you through the exact warranty terms during your estimate.

Can I customize the size?
Yes. The entire point of the VLX 100 is that it’s fabricated to order. There is no stock size. You give us the opening dimensions, the radius of the arch, the swing direction, the glass, and the finish. The door is CNC-bent to those exact specs. If you’re not sure what radius your opening needs, we’ll measure it for you during the free estimate.

How do I maintain aluminum frames?
Aluminum is low-maintenance, but Fort Lauderdale’s salt air means you should rinse the frame and glass with fresh water every few months, especially if you’re within a mile of the beach. Wipe the track and weather stripping with a mild soap solution, and lubricate the hinges and lock mechanism once a year. Avoid abrasive cleaners, which can dull the finish. We’ll give you a written care checklist after installation.

Get a Quote - VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door in Fort Lauderdale

The VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door is a serious upgrade to any Fort Lauderdale home, and it starts with one phone call. We’ll come out, measure your opening, confirm the radius, and put together a written line-item quote with glass, finish, and installation costs broken out. No pressure, no vague numbers. Call (954) 280-4413 to schedule your free on-site measurement, or to ask any question about the VLX 100.

Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Fort Lauderdale, FL.