Insect screens are perhaps one of the most important ways of enhancing the comfort of your home. With window and door screens, you open your home up to fresh air and natural light without battling any pesky insects. Yet not all screens serve the same function – there are various insect screen products out there and it can be daunting to choose the right one for your specific needs. That’s where DIY Screens Direct comes in. We have decades of experience in the industry and can guide you to the insect screen solution that best fits your requirements. We often start with one of the most important screen questions: do you want fixed screens or retractable screens? Not sure? That’s okay, let’s dive into each screen type and narrow down which may be the right choice for you!
The Benefits of Fixed Screens in Your Home
Fixed screens are exactly as they sound – they are permanently installed in your window openings. You may also see fixed screens on doors in the form of sliding screen doors, hinged screen doors, and the likes. These are the most common insect screens you’ll see in homes.
Fixed screens are beneficial because they stay in place all year long. They are incredibly affordable and are low maintenance, in that there are very few moving parts. Every once in a while you may have to replace the screen door rollers or the insect screen mesh itself but otherwise, these screens are durable and long-lasting. Plus, they are the most versatile of screens, able to be cut into customized sizes and integrate into a wide range of applications beyond simply windows and doors.
DIY Screens Direct offers a wide range of fixed screens for sale online. Our screens can be completely customized so if you have French doors, sliding doors, odd-sized windows, large porch openings, and other more unique screen needs, we’ve got you covered!
The Advantages of Retractable Screens in Your Home
Retractable insect screens offer the versatile option of rolling up or sliding away out of place when you’re not using them. This provides an unobstructed view and complete access to your windows and doors, say for instance, in the winter when you are using them less or not at all. If a warm day happens to pop up and you want to open your windows with an insect screen in place, simply press a button and the screen will slide back into place.
These are the latest and greatest in modern insect screens, offering the ability for your insect screens to be out of sight when you are not using them. Most retractable screens are motorized or operated manually, and both options enable your screens to move out of the way in seconds, so retraction is easy. Retractable screens tend to be incredibly long lasting, as they are protected from damage, weather, and wear and tear when they’re tucked away. Ideal for porches, doors, windows, garages, and a wide range of other applications, retractable mosquito screens offer an aesthetically pleasing, easily operated insect screen solution. Due to the intricacies of the motorized engine and/or rolling components, these screens may require a higher level of maintenance and repair than fixed screens. With that said, DIY Screens Direct has an extensive inventory of DIY retractable screens that are easily installed and repaired yourself.
Best DIY Insect Screen Solutions
The question remains: should you choose fixed insect screens or retractable screens for your home? The right screen depends on your needs.
- Select retractable screens if you want style, convenience, and a clear, clean view.
- Choose fixed screens for an easy, budget-friendly option.
- Who says you have to decide between the two?! Choose a mix of the two screen solutions if you have areas where a permanent screen will work well and other areas where you’d like a retractable option.
When you choose either option from DIY Screens Direct, you’ll have the option of customizing the entire screen – including frame, screen mesh, size, and shape. As our name implies, we provide all DIY screens, often available in screen kits, making installation and repair easy and simple to do yourself. Shop our wide selection of fixed and retractable screens with a click and have everything you need delivered directly to your door!