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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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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 100 Arched / Custom Door in San Jose, CA | Meridian Windows and Doors San Jose
An arched entry door changes how a home meets the street. The VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door from ViewLux is a CNC-bent aluminum arched entryway, fabricated to your opening rather than adapted to it. Meridian Windows and Doors San Jose is an authorized ViewLux installation partner, which means we handle measuring, ordering, and installation under one roof. If you’re planning a curved entry in Willow Glen, Almaden Valley, or the Rose Garden, this is the product we specify most often when a homeowner wants a true architectural statement. Call us at (669) 201-3739 to talk through sizing and finishes.
Product Overview – VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door
Most arched doors on the market are flat doors set into arched frames. The VLX 100 is different. The aluminum profile is CNC-bent to the exact radius of your opening, so the door leaf itself follows the curve. That distinction matters the first time someone stands at your entry: the arc reads as intentional, not adapted.
The material is extruded aluminum with a profile width of 2.56 inches and a wall thickness of 0.098 inches. That’s a substantial cross-section for a residential door, and it allows for a true thermal break inside the extrusion that separates the exterior and interior aluminum faces. The result is a door that holds its shape across San Jose’s hot inland summers and damp winter mornings without swelling, warping, or binding.
This series is popular for front entries on Spanish Revival and Mediterranean homes in the San Jose area, but we’ve also installed it on modern builds in Japantown where a full-height arch over floor-to-ceiling glass creates a focal point that flat doors simply don’t deliver.
Because every VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door is fabricated to order, there’s no stock-size compromise. We measure the rough opening, confirm the radius at multiple points, and send exact fabrication data to ViewLux. The door arrives built for your house, not a warehouse shelf. Call (669) 201-3739 and we’ll walk through the process and pricing for your specific opening.
Technical Specifications
Here’s what the VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door brings to a San Jose project. These numbers reflect the standard aluminum system ViewLux builds this series around.
- Profile width: 2.56 inches, extruded aluminum
- Wall thickness: 0.098 inches
- Maximum span: Custom fabricated to order, no fixed size cap within engineering limits
- Glass options: Clear, Frosted, Obscure, Low-E, Tempered, Laminated
- Finish options: Premium Black, Pure White, Anodized Silver, Bronze, Champagne, Teak Wood
- Thermal performance: Thermal break technology, NFRC-rated energy performance
- Installation standard: Installed by Meridian Windows and Doors San Jose per AAMA 2400/2410
- Perimeter seal: AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant on all joints
- Impact option: Laminated impact-resistant glass available
- Wind rating: Engineered for local wind-load requirements
Sizing is completely open. We’ve installed the VLX 100 on entries ranging from a modest 3-foot single door in Campbell-adjacent older homes to double arched entries spanning 8 feet or more in Silver Creek and Evergreen Hills. The fabrication process handles the curve precisely, so anything within structural limits is on the table.
Performance Features
Thermal Efficiency – The VLX 100 carries a polyamide thermal break inside the 2.56-inch profile. That barrier interrupts heat transfer between the exterior aluminum face and the interior frame, which keeps your air conditioning inside during San Jose’s 90-degree August afternoons. Our installations carry NFRC-rated energy performance data on every order.
Acoustic Performance – Thick aluminum extrusions damp vibration better than thin steel or wood frames, and pairing the VLX 100 with laminated glass cuts exterior noise noticeably. If you’re within earshot of Highway 87, 280, or the Caltrain line, the laminated option is worth pricing.
Airtightness & Weather Seal – We seal every VLX 100 perimeter joint with AAMA 812 low-expansion foam and install to AAMA 2400/2410 standards. That means no draft at the sill, no air leakage at the arch spring line, and no pressure differences that make your entry door whistle when it’s windy in Santa Clara County.
Waterproofing – The arched shape sheds rain naturally, but windows and doors leak at the joints, not the face. Our installation includes a full sill flashing detail and foam perimeter seal so the door stays dry whether it’s a light drizzle or one of the atmospheric rivers we see in San Jose winters.
Wind Resistance – Aluminum arched doors handle lateral pressure well, and the VLX 100 is engineered for wind-load requirements in our region. For homes near the foothills or exposed lots with no tree cover, we’ll verify the engineering package before ordering.
Security & Hardware – The 0.098-inch wall thickness is a real structural number, not a decorative gauge. Multi-point lock hardware fits this profile cleanly, and you can add impact-resistant laminated glass if security is a priority. Ask us about hardware options when we measure.
Color & Glass Options
The VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door comes in six finishes. Here’s how we see these land in San Jose architecture.
Premium Black is the current favorite on modern and farmhouse-style homes across San Jose, particularly in new builds where black window frames are already specified. Pure White suits Spanish and Mediterranean facades with stucco walls. Anodized Silver gives a raw aluminum look that fits mid-century ranch homes in neighborhoods like West San Jose. Bronze reads warm and works well where the entry needs to feel substantial without going dark. Champagne is uncommon and gets attention; it’s a warmer metallic that pairs with earth-toned exteriors. Teak Wood is a wood-grain finish over aluminum, giving you the look of a timber arched door without the swelling, cracking, and sanding that real wood demands in our dry summers.
Glass options serve different jobs. Clear glass maximizes light. Frosted and Obscure glass give you privacy at a front door without blocking the daylight. Low-E glass is the energy play; it cuts heat gain on south-facing entries. Tempered glass is a safety requirement in most jurisdictions for door glass and provides shatter resistance. Laminated glass combines sound control and impact resistance, and it’s the option we recommend most often on front doors in San Jose where both are concerns.
Installation by Meridian Windows and Doors San Jose in San Jose
An arched door fails at installation far more often than at the factory. The curve means every shim, every perimeter seal, and every flashing detail has to follow the arc, and small gaps become visible quickly. That’s why Meridian Windows and Doors San Jose handles this product from measure to final walkthrough.
Our process starts with a pre-install inspection of the rough opening. We check the structural header, verify the radius at the spring line and the crown, and confirm the opening dimensions match what the fabricator needs. Any framer who’s built an arched opening in San Jose knows how easy it is to be half an inch off at the top. We catch that before the door is fabricated, not after.
During install, we set the door level, plumb, and square using shims at the hinge and lock points, then check the reveal around the full arc. We follow AAMA 2400/2410 installation standards throughout. Perimeter joints get AAMA 812 low-expansion foam sealant, which seals without distorting the frame. Sill flashing, head flashing, and jamb details are all installed to shed water outward, never in.
After the door is set and sealed, we run a water test on the exterior and check the interior for any air movement or light gaps. Then we adjust the hardware, clean the glass, and walk you through operation and maintenance.
One note that matters more than most homeowners realize: virtually every premium door manufacturer conditions their warranty on proper installation. A DIY install or a general handyman setting an arched door voids that coverage. With Meridian Windows and Doors San Jose, you keep the ViewLux warranty intact and get an installation backed by an authorized partner. Call (669) 201-3739 to schedule a measurement.
Frequently Asked Questions – VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door
Because every VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door is fabricated to your opening, expect roughly 6 to 10 weeks from final measurement to delivery, depending on ViewLux production schedules and your finish selection. We’ll lock in a firmer timeframe once your order is placed. Call (669) 201-3739 after you’ve measured, and we’ll give you a current estimate.
The VLX 100’s NFRC-rated thermal break and Low-E glass options may qualify for federal energy tax credits if the specific glass package meets the current efficiency thresholds for our climate zone. We can pull the performance data for your spec and you can confirm eligibility with your tax professional. Ask us at your estimate appointment and we’ll provide the documents you need.
The VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door is covered by ViewLux’s manufacturer warranty on the frame, glass, and finish, and that warranty remains valid when the door is installed by an authorized partner like Meridian Windows and Doors San Jose. Our workmanship is also backed by our own installation warranty. We’ll walk you through the specific terms when we quote your project.
Yes. That’s the core of the VLX 100 series. ViewLux fabricates each door to your exact rough opening dimensions and radius, so you’re not picking from stock sizes. We measure at multiple points along the curve to give the fabricator precise data before production starts. If you have an unusual opening, schedule a free measurement at (669) 201-3739.
Aluminum frames need very little maintenance here in San Jose. Wash the frame with mild soap and water two or three times a year, keep the track and weatherstripping clear of debris, and inspect the perimeter sealant annually. Unlike wood, there’s no repainting or refinishing cycle. If you ever notice sealant shrinking or cracking at the arch, call us and we’ll address it before water gets in.
Get a Quote – VLX 100 Arched / Custom Door in San Jose
If you’re planning an arched entry anywhere in San Jose, Santa Clara, or the surrounding South Bay, we’ll come measure, review your finish and glass options, and give you a written line-item quote. No pressure, no vague numbers. Call Meridian Windows and Doors San Jose at (669) 201-3739 to schedule your free on-site measurement and start the conversation.
Written by the team at Meridian Windows and Doors San Jose, authorized ViewLux installers serving San Jose, CA and the South Bay.
Six Reasons Homeowners Choose Meridian Windows and Doors San Jose
Laminated glass and reinforced frames hold up to wind-driven rain, hail and flying debris, so your openings stay sealed when the weather turns.
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.
Tighter seals and insulated glass even out hot and cold rooms and stop the drafts at the frame.
A full impact package upgrades curb appeal, buyer confidence and appraised value in one project.
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