New windows and doors improve comfort, cut energy bills and add long-term value to your home. Hale Windows Orlando pairs proven product lines with our own installing crews for lasting performance - and a price we put in writing.
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The unit is half the job - the install is the other half. Our own background-checked crews measure, set, seal and insulate every opening, and they know the lines we quote inside and out because they install them every week.
Select the right products
Compare styles, materials and glass packages side by side until the fit is right for your rooms, your budget and your goals. The product-line comparison below is the place to start.
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Before install day we walk you through a short checklist - furniture pulled back, treatments down, a clear path to each opening - so install day is watch-it-happen, not scramble.
Compare the Lines We Quote
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$$$
- More Miami-Dade NOA certifications than any other line we quote
- WinGuard, EnergyVue and ClassicVue Max systems built for every wind zone
- 99% on-time delivery keeps your install date on the calendar
CGIThe heavyweight impact line$$$$$
- Large-missile impact ratings for the strictest wind zones
- Architectural-grade aluminum with commercial-depth frames
- The line we quote when protection is the whole point
CWSThe Florida value pick$$
- 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
ESWSlim lines, big glass$$$$
- Narrow-sightline aluminum for modern elevations
- Oversized openings and floor-to-ceiling glass
- Impact-rated without the bunker look
ECOThe aluminum impact workhorse$$$
- Miami-built aluminum impact systems
- A strong price-to-protection ratio for coastal homes
- Proven inventory lines with short lead times
VLX 120 Glass Railing System in Orlando, FL | Hale Windows Orlando
The VLX 120 Glass Railing System is a premium aluminum-framed glass railing built for homeowners and builders in Orlando who want clean sightlines, serious structural performance, and a finish that holds up to Florida humidity. Hale Windows Orlando is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means you get the product backed by factory-trained installation, not a third-party crew guessing at the details. Whether you’re enclosing a second-story balcony in Winter Park, framing a pool deck in Dr. Phillips, or adding a modern stair rail in Baldwin Park, this system delivers frameless-looking glass with the strength of engineered aluminum. Call (850) 613-9382 to schedule a free on-site measurement.
Product Overview – VLX 120 Glass Railing System
The VLX 120 is what you choose when you want the look of a frameless glass railing without sacrificing the structural reliability of a metal frame. The panels are tempered glass set into a slim aluminum profile, so you get the uninterrupted view that frameless systems are known for, but with a frame that resists racking, warping, and movement over time. In Orlando, where daily sun, afternoon thunderstorms, and high humidity are constants, that matters.
We see this system specified most often for lakefront homes in Windermere, modern builds in College Park, and high-rise balconies downtown. The profile width sits at 2.20 inches, which reads as a thin line from across the room but carries the load of a much beefier railing. Wall thickness comes in at 0.079 inches, which is substantial for an aluminum extrusion and contributes directly to the railing’s rigidity and longevity. Stainless steel hardware throughout means no rust streaks bleeding down your white stucco or pool coping after two seasons of Orlando rain.
This is an interior and exterior railing system. We’ve installed it as a stair rail in two-story foyers in Celebration, as a second-floor loft guard in Thornton Park condos, and as a pool enclosure barrier in Isleworth. The same profile, the same glass, the same hardware. The difference is how it’s spec’d: interior applications typically run with clear tempered or low-iron glass, while exterior jobs in Orlando lean toward laminated safety glass for impact resistance and code compliance in wind-borne debris zones.
What separates the VLX 120 from budget glass railing kits you can order online is the engineering behind the extrusion and the way it seals. This is not a DIY product. The tolerances are tight, the glass is heavy, and the perimeter sealing work is what determines whether you’ll be looking at fogged glass and water intrusion in five years or a railing that looks the same as the day it went in.
Technical Specifications
Here’s what you’re working with on the VLX 120. These numbers come from the manufacturer’s published spec sheet, and we verify them against every job we order in Orlando:
| Specification | VLX 120 Value |
|---|---|
| Profile Width | 2.20 inches |
| Aluminum Wall Thickness | 0.079 inches |
| Maximum Panel Span | Custom panel sizes available per project |
| Glass Options | Clear Tempered, Frosted Tempered, Low-Iron Tempered, Laminated Safety |
| Finish Options | Premium Black, Brushed Stainless, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Pure White |
| Hardware | Stainless steel throughout |
| Installation Standard | AAMA 2400/2410 compliant |
| Thermal Performance | NFRC-rated with thermal break technology |
The custom panel sizing is worth highlighting because Orlando homes are not one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re working with a 1960s ranch in Conway or a new construction custom in Lake Nona, Hale Windows Orlando will measure the actual opening and order panels to fit, not force your railing to fit a stock panel size.
Performance Features
Thermal Efficiency
The VLX 120 uses thermal break technology in the aluminum profile, which interrupts the transfer of heat through the metal. In Orlando summers, that means the railing surface doesn’t become a heat source radiating into your conditioned space. NFRC-rated performance means the numbers are independently verified, not marketing fluff.
Acoustic Performance
Laminated safety glass in the VLX 120 measurably reduces sound transmission compared to monolithic tempered glass. For balconies facing I-4, the 408, or busy Orlando streets, the laminated option cuts road noise enough to make the difference between a usable balcony and a place you never sit.
Airtightness & Weather Seal
Every perimeter joint on the VLX 120 installation gets AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant, which is the industry standard for preventing air infiltration through aluminum glazing systems. In a humid climate like Orlando’s, this is the detail that keeps conditioned air in and the swamp outside where it belongs.
Waterproofing
The extrusion design channels water away from the glass edge and toward weep paths that drain to the exterior. Combined with the AAMA 812 sealant work, the VLX 120 is engineered to handle the volume of water an Orlando afternoon thunderstorm can dump in thirty minutes without pooling, streaking, or fogging between the glass lites.
Wind Resistance
Wind-load ratings for the VLX 120 are sized to meet Florida Building Code requirements, including the higher wind zones in Orange County. When you opt for laminated safety glass on an exterior railing, you’re also getting an impact-resistant assembly that’s appropriate for wind-borne debris regions. Your railing isn’t just decorative; it’s engineered for named storms.
Security & Hardware
Stainless steel clamps, standoffs, and fasteners secure the glass panels to the aluminum frame. This is not the pot-metal hardware you find on big-box railing kits. In Orlando’s salt-adjacent humidity, stainless is non-negotiable for anything that faces the elements year-round, and it’s standard on every VLX 120 we order.
Color & Glass Options
The VLX 120 comes in six finish options: Premium Black, Brushed Stainless, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, and Pure White. Premium Black is far and away the most requested finish for modern Orlando builds; it disappears against dark window mullions and landscape backgrounds, letting the glass do the talking. Bronze reads warmer and pairs well with the Mediterranean revival homes you see in Winter Park and Maitland. Pure White matches white stucco and crisp coastal interiors. Champagne and Brushed Stainless give you a metallic presence without the reflectivity issues of a glossy finish, and Anodized Silver is the closest to a natural aluminum look with a protective coating that doesn’t chalk.
Glass selection depends on code requirements and design intent. Clear Tempered is the default for interior railings where impact resistance isn’t mandated. Frosted Tempered is what we spec for privacy on stairwells or when a client wants light diffusion without full transparency. Low-Iron Tempered removes the greenish cast of standard glass, so it’s the choice for anyone building a showpiece balcony in Dr. Phillips who wants the clearest possible view. Laminated Safety is the one we recommend for exterior applications in Orlando and the one that Florida code will require in wind-borne debris zones. It’s two layers of glass with an interlayer, so even if the glass cracks under impact, the panel stays in place.
Installation by Hale Windows Orlando in Orlando
Hale Windows Orlando installs the VLX 120 to AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards, which exist for one reason: installed windows and railings fail at the perimeter far more often than they fail at the product. We’ve torn out enough contractor-grade railing jobs in Orlando to know exactly what improper installation looks like. Crooked posts. Silicone smeared over gaps that should have been foam-sealed. Glass panels that rattle because the hardware was over-torqued or under-torqued. Water rings on interior drywall because nobody flashed the base track properly.
Our process starts with a pre-installation inspection. We check the actual substrate, the framing behind the mounting surface, and the elevations before we order a single panel. Every railing gets set level, plumb, and square; not close, not “good enough for a railing.” We use AAMA 812 low-expansion foam on all perimeter joints, then a full water test before we call the job done. After that, we clean the glass, remove the debris, and walk you through the maintenance and warranty paperwork.
Orlando’s climate adds two specific considerations to railing installation. First, the daily thermal cycling means the aluminum expands and contracts more than it would in a temperate climate, so the sealant joints have to be sized correctly. Second, if you’re in a wind-borne debris zone, which covers a large portion of Orange County, your glass choice and attachment methods must satisfy the stricter provisions of the Florida Building Code. We handle both. If a railing is installed out of square by an unqualified crew, the manufacturer’s warranty is void, and that’s a conversation no homeowner in Orlando wants to have after spending money on a premium system.
Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 120 Glass Railing System
Lead time on VLX 120 orders typically runs three to five weeks from the time we take final field measurements until the panels and extrusions are ready for installation at your Orlando property. Custom panel sizes and specialty finishes like Champagne may add time. We’ll give you a written timeline when we quote the project, so you’re not left guessing. Call (850) 613-9382 and we’ll tell you exactly what the current manufacturer lead times look like.
No. While the VLX 120 carries NFRC thermal performance ratings and incorporates thermal break technology, railing systems are not covered under the energy tax credit programs that apply to windows, doors, and skylights. The thermal break is a comfort and condensation-prevention feature, not a tax credit lever. If you’re doing a larger project that includes qualifying ViewLux windows and doors, we can help you understand which components do qualify.
The VLX 120 is covered by ViewLux’s manufacturer warranty on the aluminum extrusions, glass, and hardware against defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty is only valid when the product is installed by an authorized partner like Hale Windows Orlando, using the factory-specified AAMA 2400/2410 installation method. Warranty claims on railings installed by unqualified crews are routinely denied, which is exactly why we insist on doing the installation ourselves.
Yes. VLX 120 panels are made to custom sizes per project, so the railing is built around your actual Orlando home dimensions, not the other way around. We take precise field measurements before ordering, and any non-standard angles, returns, or elevation changes are handled in the shop drawings. Call (850) 613-9382 for a free on-site measurement and we’ll spec it out properly.
Wash the aluminum frames every few months with mild dish soap and water, rinse thoroughly, and dry with a microfiber cloth to prevent mineral spotting from Orlando’s hard water. Don’t use abrasive cleaners or ammonia-based glass products on the aluminum, and never power wash the sealant joints. The glass cleans with standard glass cleaner, and stainless hardware can be wiped with a dry cloth. With minimal care, the VLX 120 finish will hold its color and sheen for decades.
Get a Quote – VLX 120 Glass Railing System in Orlando
If you’re building or renovating and want a glass railing that will still look sharp in twenty Orlando summers, let’s talk. We’ll come out, measure your opening, review glass and finish options with you, and give you a written quote with no pressure and no vague numbers. Call (850) 613-9382 to schedule your free on-site measurement and start the conversation.
Written by the team at Hale Windows Orlando, authorized ViewLux installation partner serving Orlando, FL and surrounding areas.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Hale Windows Orlando
Impact systems engineered to design pressures up to +/-100, matched to your wind zone - your openings hold when the storm arrives.
Low-E insulated impact glass from our manufacturer lines commonly cuts monthly cooling bills 20-30%.
Laminated impact glass shuts out up to 40% of outside noise - traffic, neighbors, weather.
Monitoring services run $30-90 a month. Laminated impact glass resists forced entry around the clock, with no subscription.
Florida homeowners average around 25% savings on the windstorm portion of their policy after protecting every opening - some homes qualify for more.
A full impact package upgrades curb appeal, buyer confidence and appraised value in one project.
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