Screened porches
Best Screens compares the opening, existing structure, desired view, insects, pets, weather exposure and maintenance needs before recommending a porch-screening system.
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The right system depends on the porch—not a one-size-fits-all package. These are the primary solutions Best Screens uses for new enclosures and porch upgrades.
Large and custom openings
Custom 1×2 and 2×2 framing supports posts, rails, doors, transoms, knee walls and specialized layouts. Low-profile ARC is available when the porch structure supports perimeter-mounted screening.
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Serviceable wood porches
Custom rolled-aluminum panels can be removed individually for cleaning, repair or mesh replacement. A wood mounting strip can create a consistent exterior mounting plane.
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Spline-free screening
A base-and-cap system suited to large openings, gables, under-deck porches and projects where open views are a priority. Flush-mount and corner-mount methods are available.
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Open-air overhead screening
Screened walls and roof help keep out insects and larger debris while allowing air, sunlight and rainwater through. A screen roof does not provide rain protection like a solid roof.
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Raised porches and decks
Standard 18/14 insect screen can be stapled to suitable wood joists beneath a raised porch to help keep bugs out of the space below. Wider rolls are used when practical to reduce overlaps.
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Rail height, post placement, door location, mesh and framing all affect the finished view and performance. Best Screens can configure many porches around existing architecture or create new framing where support is needed.
White extruded-aluminum framing without an added rail or intermediate post preserves the broad opening.
Rail height can be selected for the opening, including alignment with the door crossbar for a continuous sightline.
A continuous transom line can extend from the door header around the porch.
Integrated pickets provide a finished lower section beneath a 36-inch rail.
Insulated panels can create a solid knee wall sized to match the depth of the aluminum framing.
A pet door can be framed beside the main porch door for convenient access.
Compare pet-door options →This enclosure uses a 36-by-80-inch PCA Zeus aluminum screen door.
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SunTex 90 provides substantial shade and daytime privacy in this black extruded-aluminum enclosure.
Compare all screen mesh →Completed screen porch
Screen selection
Screen affects visibility, airflow, insect protection, strength, shade and daytime privacy. Available options include standard porch screen, BetterVue, UltraVue2, No-See-Um mesh, TuffScreen, PetScreen and SunTex solar-control products.
Clearer view
BetterVue and UltraVue2 are designed to make the screen less visually prominent.
Tiny insects
Tighter mesh helps block smaller insects, with fiberglass and durable polyester options.
High contact
TuffScreen and PetScreen suit areas that need more resistance to contact and wear.
Sun exposure
SunTex 80 and 90 add shade, glare reduction and daytime privacy.
Approved project photography
Completed wood-porch installation.
How it works
Start with the project location, a short description and helpful photos. We evaluate the structure, discuss systems and selections, measure the openings, then fabricate and install the approved solution.