VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door in Long Beach, CA | Juniper Windows Long Beach

The VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door is a modern aluminum single-entry door with a slim 2.56-inch profile and a multi-point locking system built into the frame. You get a clean, minimalist front door without giving up security or weather performance. Juniper Windows Long Beach is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, so when you buy this door through us, it’s measured, ordered, and installed by one team that stands behind the whole job. We’ve installed this series in homes across Long Beach, from Belmont Shore to Bixby Knolls, and it’s become a go-to for homeowners replacing dated wood or steel entry doors. Call (562) 317-8865 to talk through your project.

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Product Overview – VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

The VLX 100 is a single swing entry door built around a reinforced aluminum frame with a wall thickness of 0.098 inches. That’s a heavier gauge than you’ll find on entry-level aluminum doors, which matters when a door gets opened and closed thousands of times in Long Beach’s salt air. The frame is 2.56 inches wide, which gives the door a sharp, architectural line that reads modern without feeling industrial.

ViewLux designed this series for homeowners who want something different from a traditional paneled door. The minimalist frame puts the focus on the glass, so the door works as both an entrance and a light source. The multi-point locking system is integrated into the frame profile, not bolted on as an afterthought. Latch points engage at the top, bottom, and middle of the panel when you lift the handle, which spreads the locking force across the full height of the door instead of a single deadbolt point.

Why do buyers in Long Beach choose this series over a standard hinged door? Three reasons come up most often in our consultations. First, the thermal break in the aluminum frame keeps the interior side of the door from conducting heat, which matters on west-facing entries in neighborhoods like Alamitos Heights. Second, the narrow frame means more glass area, so narrow entry halls feel wider and brighter. Third, this door is available in six finishes and six glass types, which makes it easy to match a range of architectural styles, from the Craftsman homes in Rose Park to the mid-century condos along Ocean Boulevard.

Juniper Windows Long Beach carries the VLX 100 as a made-to-order product. Each door is built to the measurements of your specific opening, which means we can accommodate non-standard rough openings without shimming a poorly-sized door into place.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what the VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door brings to the table. Every figure below is based on the standard aluminum system configuration we order for Long Beach homes.

• Frame wall thickness: 0.098 inches, heavy-gauge aluminum extrusion
• Profile width: 2.56 inches, narrow sightline for a modern look
• Maximum panel span: up to 48 inches wide, single panel configuration
• Glass types: Clear, Frosted, Obscure, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
• Finishes: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
• Screen options: Retractable Screen or None
• Locking: Multi-point locking system integrated into the frame
• Performance compliance: NFRC-rated thermal performance, AAMA 2400/2410 installation standard
• Sealant standard: AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on all perimeter joints

Glass selection changes the door’s weight, so tempered or laminated glass may be required depending on the panel size and Long Beach building code requirements for glazed entry doors.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency
Aluminum conducts heat quickly, which is why the VLX 100 includes a thermal break inside the frame extrusion. The break separates the exterior and interior aluminum faces, cutting heat transfer so your entryway doesn’t become a radiator in summer or a cold spot in winter. The frame carries an NFRC-rated energy performance certification, and pairing it with Low-E glass measurably improves whole-door U-factor.

Acoustic Performance
If you live near a busy corridor like Pacific Coast Highway or under the Long Beach Airport flight path, door acoustics matter. The VLX 100’s multi-point locking pulls the panel tight against the weatherstripping at three points, reducing air gaps that let sound through. Laminated glass is the biggest acoustic upgrade available on this door, and it also changes the security profile.

Airtightness & Weather Seal
A door that doesn’t seal tightly costs you money every month in conditioned air. The VLX 100 uses continuous perimeter weatherstripping that compresses when the multi-point locks engage. Juniper Windows Long Beach installs every unit with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant around the full perimeter, so there’s no daylight gap between the frame and rough opening, which is where most entry door air leaks actually happen.

Waterproofing
Long Beach gets about 12 inches of rain a year, but most of it arrives in a handful of strong winter storms. The VLX 100’s sill design channels water away from the interior, and the perimeter sealant installation standard prevents water from wicking behind the frame. We water-test every entry door installation with a hose before we call the job done.

Wind Resistance
Coastal wind gusts in Long Beach can exceed 50 mph during winter storm events. The VLX 100 is wind-load rated for the local climate requirements in Los Angeles County. The multi-point locking system keeps the panel rigid under wind pressure, and the frame gauge resists deflection better than lighter aluminum door systems.

Security & Hardware
The multi-point lock is the headline here. Instead of one deadbolt, the VLX 100 engages three locking points when you lift the handle. This is the same locking philosophy used on European entry doors, and it makes forced entry significantly harder than a standard single-cylinder deadbolt. Laminated glass adds another layer: even if the glass is struck, the interlayer holds the pane together. For Long Beach homeowners, that’s meaningful peace of mind on a door that faces the street.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 100 comes in six finishes. Premium Black is the most popular choice for modern and contemporary homes in Long Beach, especially paired with white or light stucco exteriors. Pure White works well on traditional Spanish-style homes and matches white window trim cleanly. Anodized Silver has a matte metallic look that suits mid-century architecture, and it’s the most fade-resistant option for south-facing entries with constant sun exposure. Bronze reads warmer than black and complements homes with earth-tone exteriors or wood accents. Champagne is a lighter metallic with a warmer cast, often chosen for coastal properties in Naples and the Peninsula. Teak Wood is a wood-grain finish that gives you the look of a wood entry door with aluminum’s low maintenance.

Glass selection depends on what you want the entry to do. Clear maximizes light and visibility. Frosted and Obscure give privacy while still letting light through, ideal for entries that face a busy sidewalk. Low-E adds a microscopically thin coating that reflects heat, which makes a real difference on west-facing doors in Long Beach summer afternoons. Tempered is safety-rated and required in many door configurations by code. Laminated is the upgrade for sound reduction and impact resistance.

Installation by Juniper Windows Long Beach in Long Beach

We install every VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door to the AAMA 2400/2410 installation standard, which is the window and door industry’s reference for proper installation practices. If you’re comparing quotes in Long Beach, ask each contractor whether they install to AAMA standards. Many don’t, and the manufacturer warranty for ViewLux products is conditional on correct installation.

Our process starts with a pre-installation inspection. We measure the rough opening in three places for width and height, check the floor level with a laser, and inspect the existing framing for rot, termite damage, or water intrusion before the new door goes in. Long Beach’s older housing stock, especially pre-1970 homes in neighborhoods like California Heights and Wrigley, often has out-of-square openings or framing that’s settled over decades. Installing a new aluminum door into a compromised rough opening is how you get a door that binds, leaks, or voids its warranty. If we find framing issues, we’ll show you what we found and quote the repair before we proceed.

On install day, we set the frame level, plumb, and square using shims at the anchor points, then fasten the frame to structural framing. We apply AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant around the full perimeter, which seals the gap between the frame and rough opening without warping the aluminum. After the panel is hung, we adjust the hinges and multi-point lock so the door closes smoothly and the locking points engage fully. Then we run a water test on the sill and perimeter with a hose to confirm the waterproofing. Finally, we remove all packaging, haul away the old door and debris, and walk you through the operation and maintenance of your new entry.

Long Beach sits in a coastal climate zone, which means salt air and onshore moisture are constant factors. Entry door installations here need stainless or coated fasteners and proper perimeter sealing, not just a caulk line. That’s the difference between a door that looks good for two years and one that still operates smoothly after fifteen.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door

Get a Quote – VLX 100 Swing / Entry Door in Long Beach

If you’re considering the VLX 100 for your Long Beach home, the next step is a free on-site measurement and consultation. We’ll show you finish samples, glass options, and give you a written, line-item quote with no surprises. Call Juniper Windows Long Beach at (562) 317-8865 to schedule your appointment. We’re the authorized ViewLux partner that measures, installs, and stands behind the work.

Written by the team at Juniper Windows Long Beach, authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Long Beach, CA.