Insect Screen FAQ's
Q: If I am replacing my insect screens with new screening products, what spline size should I use?
A: If you do not have a sample of your old spline to match the size, then the product that is being installed and the screen frame’s spline groove determine spline size. Measure across the spline channel or groove of the screen frame and use one size smaller spline for fabrication.
Q: Which products are best for a coastal/high humidity climate?
A: All fiberglass screens, sun control screens, Bronze screen and PetScreen.
Q: Which products provide the best insect protection?
A: All Phifer insect screening products provide excellent insect protection, but No-See-Ums’ 20x20 mesh and Solar Insect Screening’s 20x30 mesh provide insect protection against tiny insects.
Q: Which products are the longest lasting?
A: All Phifer products are made to provide years of enjoyment and protection.
Q: Which products provide extra strength?
A:
PetScreen: Vinyl-coated polyester makes PetScreen seven times stronger than traditional insect screening. It is puncture and tear resistant, and its strength and flexibility make it excellent for many non-traditional screening purposes, including sewn items.
SeeVue Stainless Screen: Has excellent visibility features and is very durable.
Pool & Patio Screening: Designed for use in large openings, this screen has the extra strength needed for open expanse applications such as pool enclosures, porches and patio rooms.
Aluminum Insect Screen: This is a durable traditional insect screen, and the black and charcoal coatings available on this product provide weather resistance.
Bronze: 90% copper and 10% zinc provides strength, durability and corrosion resistance, making this screen a long lasting insect screen.
See the following extra-strong products at Exterior Sun Control Landing Page.
SunTex: Heavy-duty mesh is tear and puncture resistant.
Super Solar: Extra strength insect screening is easy to fabricate into window and door frames.
Q: Which products allow the best airflow?
A:
SeeVue: Superior
BetterVue: Superior
Aluminum: Good
Bronze: Good
No-See-Ums: Good
Standard Fiberglass: Good
Pool & Patio: Good
Q: Which products have the best outward visibility/view?
A: SeeVue Stainless Screen and BetterVue have superior outward visibility, and the entire Phifer product line in the dark color options provide great visibility features.
Q: Which products block solar heat and glare?
A: Phifer’s Exterior Sun Control Products will block the sun’s heat and protect you from insects. See the full line of Phifer sun control screens at Exterior Sun Control Landing Page.
Q: Which products will provide daytime privacy?
A: No-See-Ums offers some daytime privacy and Phifer’s line of Exterior Sun Control Products provide good daytime privacy.
Exterior Sun Control Landing Page.
Q: Will bronze screen turn green?
A: No, this product weathers to a beautiful dark bronze finish that enhances outward visibility.
Q. How do you clean insect screening?
A. Rinse metal products with water only. Clean vinyl products with a mild soapy solution, avoiding hard scrubbing.