VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window in Columbus, OH | TruePane Windows & Doors

The VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window brings a classic vertical-glide design into a modern aluminum frame, built to handle Columbus weather without warping, sticking, or losing its seal. We’re TruePane Windows & Doors, an authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Columbus and the surrounding suburbs. That means we don’t just sell this window. We measure, order, install, and stand behind it. If you’re replacing old wood sashes in Clintonville or upgrading a 1960s brick ranch in Westerville, this series gives you tilt-in cleaning, a clean sightline, and aluminum durability that outlasts vinyl. Call (888) 635-0804 for a free in-home measurement.

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Product Overview - VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

ViewLux builds the VLX 500 as a straightforward answer to a common problem: homeowners want the traditional look of a double hung window without the maintenance headaches of wood or the flex you get with cheap vinyl. The frame is extruded aluminum with a 0.079-inch wall thickness, which reads as solid when you operate the sash. There’s no bowing in the middle of a wide opening, no sag over time. The 2.36-inch profile width keeps the frame slim enough to preserve glass area while still housing the tilt mechanism and weatherstripping.

Both sashes tilt inward on hidden release tabs. Cleaning the exterior glass from inside your home is a 30-second job, no ladder, no screen removal first. For Columbus homeowners with two-story colonials in Upper Arlington or brick bungalows in German Village, that’s the feature people mention first when they call us back months later.

The VLX 500 suits a wide range of Columbus architecture. We’ve installed it in 1920s Four Square homes near Grandview, mid-century ranches in Hilliard, and new builds in Dublin. The slim aluminum lines keep sightlines crisp, and because the frame doesn’t need a bulky vinyl weld, the glass-to-frame ratio stays high. You get more daylight per rough opening.

What makes this series different from budget hung windows is the engineering tolerance. The sash glides on a track system that stays true, the balance system holds position without creeping, and the sill design sheds water fast. For a city that gets freeze-thaw cycles, heavy spring rain, and humid summers, that matters.

Technical Specifications

Here are the key numbers and options for the VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window, the way we order it for Columbus homes:

• Frame wall thickness: 0.079 inches, a heavier extrusion than typical residential aluminum lines
• Profile width: 2.36 inches, balancing structural rigidity with glass area
• Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Half-screen (top or bottom ventilation) or full screen (whole opening)
• Operation: Both sashes vertical-glide on a balanced track; tilt-in for interior cleaning
• Thermal performance: Engineered with a thermal break for NFRC-rated energy efficiency
• Installation standard: AAMA 2400/2410 compliant, AAMA 812 low-expansion foam on all perimeter joints

All glass packages are dual-pane as standard. The laminated option adds impact resistance for storm season and significant sound reduction, which we’ll get into below.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency. The VLX 500 uses a thermal break, a non-conductive barrier between the interior and exterior aluminum faces. Without it, an aluminum frame conducts cold directly into your home. With it, the frame stays warmer at the interior surface, which reduces condensation on cold Columbus mornings and keeps the window within NFRC energy performance ratings. Pair with Low-E glass for the best U-factor.

Acoustic Performance. Columbus isn’t just quiet suburbs anymore. If you live near High Street, the hospital district, or a busy arterial like Sawmill or Bethel Road, glass selection matters. Laminated glass in the VLX 500 cuts mid-frequency noise significantly, traffic rumble, sirens, the neighbor’s leaf blower. We recommend it for bedrooms facing the street.

Airtightness & Weather Seal. The VLX 500 uses a continuous weatherstripping system at the meeting rail and jamb pockets. What that means in January: no drafts curling around the sash. Every VLX 500 we install in Columbus gets AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant around the full perimeter joint, which creates a continuous air seal between the window frame and the rough opening. That’s where most “brand-new window still leaks air” complaints come from, the gap around the frame, not the window itself.

Waterproofing. The sill on the VLX 500 is sloped to drain, with weep channels that direct water away from the interior. Combined with the AAMA 2400/2410 installation method we follow, which includes a sill pan and back-dam flashing where the opening requires it, water that gets past the weatherstripping during heavy Columbus thunderstorms exits outside instead of pooling in the frame or soaking the rough opening.

Wind Resistance. The aluminum extrusion is engineered and wind-load rated for the load requirements typical of central Ohio. We see gusty spring storms and the occasional severe thunderstorm line moving through Franklin County. A rigid aluminum frame holds its shape under positive and negative pressure better than hollow vinyl extrusions, which means the seals stay pressed and intact.

Security & Hardware. The VLX 500’s meeting rail lock engages both sashes with a solid throw. The aluminum frame resists prying in ways vinyl cannot. If security is a concern, we recommend the laminated glass option. It doesn’t shatter like annealed glass. It holds together under impact, which slows forced entry and meets impact-resistance standards for storm protection.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 500 comes in six finishes. Premium Black is the most requested finish we order for modern builds and renovated ranches in Columbus. It gives a sharp, architectural edge against brick and fiber cement siding. Pure White is the traditional choice for cottage and colonial exteriors. Anodized Silver has a commercial aesthetic that suits contemporary and transitional homes. Bronze and Champagne both read as warm metallics, and Bronze looks especially good on 1970s split levels around Worthington and Westerville. Teak Wood gives you a wood-tone look from ten feet away without any of the maintenance. It’s a popular choice for HOA neighborhoods that require wood-look windows but prohibit actual wood sash.

On glass: Clear is the budget option, fine for most cases when paired with the thermal break. Frosted is for bathrooms, walk-in closets, and side yards where you want light but not sightlines. Low-E is our default recommendation for Columbus climate, it reflects summer heat out and keeps winter heat in, and it cuts UV fading on floors and furniture. Tempered glass is safety-rated and required by code in certain locations like near doors or low to the floor. Laminated adds impact resistance and acoustic dampening. If you’re near a highway, rail line, or a loud arterial, laminated is the upgrade that changes how you feel about your house.

Installation by TruePane Windows & Doors in Columbus

Here’s what we tell every homeowner: a great window installed wrong is a bad window. The VLX 500 is only as airtight and watertight as the opening it sits in. That’s why installation is the part we won’t cut corners on.

Our process starts with a pre-install inspection. We open the existing window, check the rough opening for rot, water damage, and squareness. In Columbus homes, especially older stock in Clintonville, Old North, and Beechwold, we regularly find rotted sills hiding under aluminum cladding. That has to be fixed before the new window goes in, or you’re sealing rot inside the wall. We quote it honestly when we see it.

We set every VLX 500 level, plumb, and square. We don’t “eyeball it.” If the frame is racked even slightly, the sashes bind, the weatherstripping gaps, and operation gets stiff. After the frame is secured, we foam the entire perimeter joint with AAMA 812 low-expansion sealant. This is a specific low-pressure foam that seals without bowing the frame. Skipping this step, or using the wrong foam, is the most common cause of drafty new windows. Then we flash and seal per AAMA 2400/2410 standards, including sill pan flashing where the window sits over a wall cavity that gets wind-driven rain.

After installation, we run a water test on the exterior and an air check at the interior perimeter. We show you how the tilt latches work, how the locks engage, and how to remove and replace the screens. Then we clean up, haul away the old sashes and frame debris, and leave the opening ready for paint or trim.

One more thing. Improper installation voids the ViewLux manufacturer warranty. If a window fails because it was installed out of square, or flashed wrong, or sealed with the wrong product, the warranty won’t cover it. Buying the window through TruePane Windows & Doors as an authorized ViewLux partner keeps the warranty intact and gives you one company to call if anything goes wrong. No finger-pointing between the manufacturer and an installer.

Frequently Asked Questions - VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window

What is the lead time for the VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window?
Most VLX 500 orders arrive in Columbus in 3 to 4 weeks from the date we finalize measurements and confirm your finish and glass selections. Custom sizes and less common finishes like Teak Wood or Champagne can add one to two weeks. We’ll give you a written projected timeline before you sign anything. Call (888) 635-0804 to start the process, and we’ll lock in a date based on current ViewLux production schedules.

Does the VLX 500 qualify for energy tax credits?
That depends on the glass package you choose and the current federal and Ohio incentive programs. The VLX 500 is NFRC-rated, which is the baseline requirement for most energy-efficiency tax credits. Low-E glass packages typically meet the U-factor threshold, but we can’t guarantee a credit without checking your specific configuration against the program rules for the year you install. Ask us during your estimate and we’ll pull the numbers for your glass package.

What warranty comes with the Single & Double Hung Window?
The VLX 500 carries ViewLux’s manufacturer warranty on the frame, glass seal, and hardware, and the coverage terms vary by component. The critical part is that the warranty requires installation by an authorized partner. TruePane Windows & Doors is an authorized ViewLux installation partner in Columbus, so your warranty stays valid and enforceable. We’ll provide the full warranty document at your estimate, not just a verbal summary.

Can I customize the size of the VLX 500?
Yes. ViewLux fabricates the VLX 500 to your rough opening dimensions, within the series’ minimum and maximum size limits. We don’t pad openings with extra trim to make stock sizes fit. During your free measurement, we’ll confirm the exact opening width and height, check for squareness, and order the window to actual size. That’s the difference between a window that fits and one that works.

How do I maintain aluminum window frames in Columbus’s climate?
Aluminum frames are low-maintenance, but they’re not zero-maintenance. Twice a year, wipe the frames and tracks with a damp cloth to remove dust and pollen buildup, especially after a dry spring in central Ohio. Check the weep holes at the bottom of the sill that they’re clear. Clean the weatherstripping gently, don’t scrub it. The tilt-in sashes make glass cleaning easy from inside. If you ever notice stiffness in the balance system or condensation between panes, call us before it gets worse. Small issues caught early stay small.

Get a Quote - VLX 500 Single & Double Hung Window in Columbus

If you’re ready to replace windows, the next step is a free on-site measurement. We’ll confirm your openings, discuss glass and finish options with samples in hand, and give you a written line-item quote. No pressure, no surprise change orders after the job starts. Call TruePane Windows & Doors at (888) 635-0804 to schedule your free estimate in Columbus, OH.

Written by the team at TruePane Windows & Doors, authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Columbus, OH.