Standard Fiberglass Screen Mesh
Standard fiberglass is a great economical choice of window/door/patio screen mesh. This mesh is the most commonly used in window/door/patio screens due to its good durability yet economical price tag.
Benefits:
- Most common & economical mesh option.
- Long lasting mesh with good durability.
- Most likely to match other existing screens due to it being the most common mesh.
Who should use this screen mesh:
- Anyone looking for the most cost effective mesh on the market.
- Anyone looking for good durability and good visibility from their screens.
- Anyone looking for just the basic screens, or isn't sure what screen option is best for them after researching all of the options available.
Who should not use this screen mesh:
- Anyone who needs the benefits of the other screen meshes below.
Ultravue® Screen
Hate your screens obstructing your view? Ultravue offers the best visibility outwards. It offers 50% better visibility compared to standard fiberglass mesh, making it look almost invisible when installed. This screen mesh also offers 25% better airflow compared to standard fiberglass screen, keeping your home really cool.
Benefits:
- Practically invisible screen mesh (50% better visibility compared to standard fiberglass mesh).
- 25% better airflow compared to standard fiberglass mesh.
Who should use this screen mesh:
- Anyone who loves looking out their windows and hates their screens blocking their view.
- Anyone who looks out of their window(s) for multiple hours a day (work from home, etc).
- Anyone who is okay with a thinner mesh in exchange for added visibility and airflow.
Who should not use this screen mesh:
- Window/doors in high traffic areas where durability is a concern.
- Pet owners whos cats/dogs scratch their screens (see pet screen below).
Pet Screen
Pet Screen makes pet problems past problems. Pet mesh is a super thick fiberglass coated screen that will prevent up to a large dog from being able to damage your screen by scratching (*Note: No mesh alone will prevent any determined animals from running through it. Pet mesh only protects your screens from scratching/pawing).
Benefits:
- Extremely tough & longer lasting durable mesh
- Pet resistant against scratching/clawing. Will prevent scratches up to a large dog.
Who should use this screen mesh:
- Pet owners who want to be able to open their windows/doors without worrying about their screens getting nicked/damaged.
- Preventing outside animals from breaking 1st floor screens (outside squirrels, neighborhood cats, etc).
- Anyone who wants an overall more tough/durable screen mesh.
Who should not use this screen mesh:
- Anyone who does not need the heavy duty features pet screen offers.
Sun Screen
Tired of seeing high energy bills in the summer? Solar mesh will save you energy costs by blocking up to 75% of the suns UV rays & reducing the amount of heat that enters your home. This mesh will also provide your windows with daytime privacy.
Benefits:
- Saves money on energy bills.
- Blocks around 75% of the suns UV rays.
- Reduces the amount of heat that enters your home.
- Lowers the likely-hood of furniture inside the home becoming sun faded.
- Doubles as a privacy screen, providing daytime privacy.
Who should use this screen mesh:
- Anyone who is looking to save on energy costs.
- Anyone who wants personal privacy (daytime privacy).
- Anyone who wants a fixed screen pane to stop the UV rays from entering as opposed to a solar shade.
- Anyone who wants a durable screen that also offers UV resistance.
- Anyone who does not want their furniture or anything inside wearing out overtime due to UV exposure.
Who should not use this screen mesh:
- Anyone who does not like reduced sunlight inside (this screen will make the room its installed in darker because of the sunlight resistance).
No-See-Um Screen
Live in a wooded area & suffer from no-see-ums that are too small for your standard screens to block? No-See-Um screen is a fiberglass screen mesh that is woven tighter than standard mesh to provide you good airflow while focusing on keeping out no-see-ums from entering your home.
Benefits:
- Great for preventing no-see-ums from entering your home while still allowing light & air to enter.
Who should use this screen mesh:
- Anyone who suffers from no-see-ums entering their home when they open their screens.
Who should not use this screen mesh:
- Anyone who does not worry about no-see-ums in their area.
Aluminum Screen
Looking for a metal alternative mesh option? Aluminum mesh is a great alternative to fiberglass if you desire a screen that offers more durability than fiberglass mesh while not loosing out on visibility.
Benefits:
- Metal mesh allows for long lasting durability.
- Will not sag over time.
Who should use this screen mesh:
- Homeowners near the ocean (Aluminum screening will resist the salt better than fiberglass screening).
- Anyone looking for a metal alternative to fiberglass for their screens.
- Anyone who does not want their screens sagging over time.
Who should not use this screen mesh:
- Anyone who wants a more economical screen mesh option.
- Anyone who wants pet proof screens (see pet screen)
For quick reference, here is an illustrative guide to all of the main pros & cons of each screen mesh to help you quickly decide which screen mesh option(s) might be best for you.