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VLX 120 Series

VLX 120 Glass Railing System

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Every project is priced on the same lines, side by side - the price indicators below are relative, and your consultant shows exact numbers on your actual openings.

PGTThe line Florida homeowners arrive naming - the most Miami-Dade certifications in the industry$$$
  • More Miami-Dade NOA certifications than any other line we quote
  • WinGuard, EnergyVue and ClassicVue Max systems built for every wind zone
  • 99% on-time delivery keeps your install date on the calendar
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CGIThe heavyweight impact line$$$$$
  • Large-missile impact ratings for the strictest wind zones
  • Architectural-grade aluminum with commercial-depth frames
  • The line we quote when protection is the whole point
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CWSThe Florida value pick$$
  • Vinyl systems built in Florida for Florida codes
  • Strong energy packages at the friendliest price point
  • The smart start for whole-home replacements on a budget
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ESWSlim lines, big glass$$$$
  • Narrow-sightline aluminum for modern elevations
  • Oversized openings and floor-to-ceiling glass
  • Impact-rated without the bunker look
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ECOThe aluminum impact workhorse$$$
  • Miami-built aluminum impact systems
  • A strong price-to-protection ratio for coastal homes
  • Proven inventory lines with short lead times
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VLX 120 Glass Railing System in Long Beach, CA | Juniper Windows Long Beach

The VLX 120 Glass Railing System delivers the clean sightlines Long Beach homeowners and architects keep asking for: frameless glass panels set into a slim 2.20-inch aluminum profile with stainless hardware that won’t corrode in salt air. Juniper Windows Long Beach is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means you get the product backed by a crew that installs it to AAMA standards, not a third-party handoff. Whether you’re enclosing a rooftop deck in Belmont Heights or updating an oceanfront balcony on the Peninsula, this system holds up to coastal conditions without sacrificing the view. Call (562) 317-8865 to discuss your project.

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Product Overview – VLX 120 Glass Railing System

The VLX 120 sits in a sweet spot of the railing market. It’s simpler than a fully framed system but more structured than a base-shoe-only design, which is why it shows up on everything from mid-century remodels in Los Altos to new builds in Bixby Knolls. The aluminum rail profile measures 2.20 inches across, substantial enough to feel solid underhand, narrow enough to disappear into the architecture. ViewLux engineered the system around tempered glass panels held by stainless hardware, and the whole assembly works for both interior stairwells and exterior decks.

What draws most Long Beach buyers to this series is the balance of durability and transparency. You get the structural backbone of aluminum with the openness of frameless glass. The 0.079-inch wall thickness on the profile gives you a rail that resists flexing even on longer runs, and the panel sizing is made to order, so a staircase in Naples with an unusual pitch gets the same tight fit as a standard deck rail in Cal Heights. Juniper Windows Long Beach has installed this system on condos, single-family homes, and commercial rooftops across the city, and the feedback is consistent: it reads as glass, performs as structure.

Technical Specifications

Here’s what the VLX 120 brings to the table in concrete terms, based on the manufacturer’s published engineering data and our installation experience across Long Beach:

  • Profile width: 2.20 inches, a slim rail profile designed to preserve sightlines while maintaining rigidity
  • Profile wall thickness: 0.079 inches, heavier than many competing aluminum railing extrusions in this class
  • Panel sizing: Cut to order for each project, no stock panel constraints
  • Glass types: Clear Tempered, Frosted Tempered, Low-Iron Tempered, and Laminated Safety glass
  • Finish options: Premium Black, Brushed Stainless, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Pure White
  • Hardware: Stainless steel, selected for corrosion resistance in coastal environments like Long Beach
  • Mounting: Engineered for both interior and exterior applications, surface-mount and fascia configurations

Every VLX 120 we order is fabricated to your measurements. No cutting corners on site, no improvising with stock lengths. That’s the difference between a rail that looks custom and one that looks like it was made to fit somebody else’s deck.

Performance Features

Thermal Efficiency. The VLX 120 incorporates thermal break technology that interrupts heat transfer through the aluminum profile. For Long Beach homes with west-facing decks, this means the rail doesn’t turn into a radiant heater in the afternoon. ViewLux rates the system for NFRC energy performance, which matters when the rail ties into conditioned space or when an inspector asks about thermal bridging on a remodel.

Acoustic Performance. Aluminum frames with proper glass selection do real work cutting street noise. In dense neighborhoods like Alamitos Beach or near the 710 corridor, laminated glass panels dampen traffic sound noticeably compared to open cable rail or standard tempered glass. The system carries sound control ratings that let you spec the right glass for your decibel reality.

Airtightness & Weather Seal. Every perimeter joint on a VLX 120 install gets AAMA 812 compliant low-expansion foam sealant. This is not caulk from a hardware store. It’s a closed-cell foam designed to move with the aluminum through thermal cycles without cracking or pulling away, which is the number one failure point we see on railing installs done by general contractors who skip this step.

Waterproofing. Coastal moisture is relentless in Long Beach. Morning marine layer, salt spray, and the occasional wind-driven rain all test perimeter seals. The VLX 120’s engineering pairs the AAMA 812 sealant spec with drainage paths built into the profile, so water that gets past the glass edge has a way out instead of pooling inside the frame. On ocean-view properties in the Peninsula and Naples, this is the difference between a rail that lasts 15 years and one that corrodes from the inside in five.

Wind Resistance. Long Beach sits in a wind zone that demands real engineering, especially on rooftop decks and balconies above the third floor. The VLX 120 is wind-load rated for local climate requirements, which means the panel thickness and hardware are matched to your exposure. A deck off Ocean Boulevard in Belmont Shore faces a very different wind calculation than a sheltered courtyard in Lakewood Village, and we spec accordingly.

Security & Hardware. Impact-resistant laminated glass is available for anyone who wants the extra layer of protection, and the stainless hardware resists the salt-induced pitting that cheap plated fasteners develop within a few seasons near the water. If you’ve ever seen a railing with rust streaks running down white stucco in Long Beach, you know why hardware material matters.

Color & Glass Options

The VLX 120 comes in six finishes, and each one earns its place in different Long Beach architectural vocabularies. Premium Black is the most requested finish right now, especially on white and gray stucco homes where a dark rail line gives the elevation a crisp edge. Brushed Stainless reads as quietly expensive and pairs well with stainless cable accents or modern door hardware. Anodized Silver is the workhorse for mid-century and minimalist homes, and it hides salt haze better than most finishes. Bronze suits Spanish Revival and Craftsman homes in Bluff Heights and Rose Park, where a warm dark tone fits better than black. Champagne is the choice for transitional homes that want warmth without the weight of bronze. Pure White disappears into white exteriors and gives interior stairwells a bright, open feel.

On the glass side: Clear Tempered is the standard for unobstructed views. Frosted Tempered adds privacy for tight lots where neighbors are close, common in Alamitos Beach and the East Village. Low-Iron Tempered removes the green tint standard glass carries, which matters when you’re looking at ocean water through the rail. Laminated Safety is what we recommend for high-exposure decks, homes with kids, and any rail over a hard surface drop where impact resistance adds real peace of mind.

Installation by Juniper Windows Long Beach in Long Beach

We install the VLX 120 the way ViewLux designed it to be installed, which is to say: to AAMA 2400 and 2410 standards, with every step documented and every perimeter joint sealed with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam. The process starts with a pre-install inspection. We measure the deck, stair, or balcony ourselves, check the substrate for level and structural integrity, and flag any issues before the rail is fabricated. A railing system is only as good as what it’s bolted into, and Long Beach has plenty of older decks that need blocking or reinforcement before a new rail goes on.

During install, our crews set every post level, plumb, and square. We don’t shim and hope. The glass is set into the aluminum profile with the correct clearances, the stainless hardware is torqued to spec, and the perimeter foam is applied cleanly and left to cure. After the rail is in, we run a water test on all sealed joints and walk the project with you before we call it done. The site is left clean, no foam scraps, no fastener boxes. This matters because improper installation voids the manufacturer’s warranty on the VLX 120, and we’re not interested in handing you a rail that fails inspection or leaks into your stucco. Long Beach building codes require compliant railing heights and load ratings, and we pull permits and pass inspections regularly across the city. If you’re replacing an existing rail on an older home in California Heights or adding a rooftop guardrail in the East Village, we’ll make sure the permit path is handled before the first hole is drilled.

Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 120 Glass Railing System

Get a Quote – VLX 120 Glass Railing System in Long Beach

The VLX 120 is a premium railing system, and pricing reflects the engineering and the custom fabrication. The best way to get an accurate number is to start with a free on-site measurement. We’ll come out to your Long Beach property, measure every run, talk through glass and finish options, and give you a written line-item quote. No change orders, no surprises. Call (562) 317-8865 to schedule yours.

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

Why Impact

Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Juniper Windows Long Beach

Storm Protection

Laminated glass and reinforced frames hold up to wind-driven rain, hail and flying debris, so your openings stay sealed when the weather turns.

Energy Savings

Low-E insulated impact glass from our manufacturer lines commonly cuts monthly cooling bills 20-30%.

Noise Reduction

Laminated impact glass shuts out up to 40% of outside noise - traffic, neighbors, weather.

Burglar Resistant

Monitoring services run $30-90 a month. Laminated impact glass resists forced entry around the clock, with no subscription.

Year-Round Comfort

Tighter seals and insulated glass even out hot and cold rooms and stop the drafts at the frame.

Property Value

A full impact package upgrades curb appeal, buyer confidence and appraised value in one project.

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