Screen Fabric Choices
Choosing the screen mesh material is another consideration when designing your screened-in porch.
Fiberglass Screens: Commonly used in residential and commercial properties. They are lightweight, do not corrode or rust, and will become flat again if bent or dented. It is also a very versatile material and can be sized for various projects.
Coated Polyester Tough Screens: Best choice for any specialty screens that need to be reinforced with extra strength. This screen material is more expensive than your standard fiberglass, but it is not replaced as quickly. It is commonly used in sliding screen doors, low windows, and cold locations.
Pet Resistant Screens: Heavy-duty screens designed to put up with the rough treatment your pet may dish out from time to time. The size of your pet and the damage they cause will determine the best screen to fit your needs.
Solar Screens: Perfect for windows that attract a lot of heat and sunlight. A solar screen’s dark exterior blocks the sun’s warmth and absorbs the excess heat while providing additional privacy. They are mainly used on patios, porches, pool decks, and in warm climates.
No-see-um Screen: Perfect for regions of the country that have No-See-um bugs. This screen is a 20×20 mesh, which is woven tighter together so even the smallest of bugs like No-See-ums can’t even get through.
