Plastic windows for screened porches

Weight bar and side tracks are extruded aluminum in an anodized black finish. DuraScreen units do not have a cassette cover. DuraScreen Systems is located in Jordan, Minnesota. Our Fenetex brand clear vinyl motorized retractables are manufactured in Florida. Fenetex manufactures their clear vinyl windows with a 30 mil polished soft vinyl and Ferrari Satin solid vinyl material.

Fenetex also offers a dual track system which allows for clear vinyl panels to reside in one track and the option of insect mesh or solar mesh in the other. This is great for patio level homes that need easy access to the yard, pool, or lake. Fenetex aluminum tracks, weight bar and cassette covers come in almond, white, black, and bronze powder coated finishes. Clear vinyl panels are the perfect choice for restaurant and wedding venue owners that have large outdoor eating spaces.

Clear vinyl roll-up panels allow you to seat customers outside maximizing occupancy during winter months. Diners and guest can be comfortable inside closed area on patio. Palmetto Outdoor Spaces can take a look at your restaurant patio or wedding venue to determine the best solution for enclosing for wintertime use. Eze-Breeze ceiling to floor views porch enclosure.

Eze-Breeze porch enclosure with transom windows. Eze-Breeze porch enclosure systems create a four season room. Panels are light weight and easily slide up and down.

Panels are made with a tough mil vinyl that protects your porch from rain, wind, cold air, and pollen. You may choose from clear, smoke gray, bronze, or dark gray vinyl panels. Frame colors are white, bronze, and beige. Panels hold up well in windy conditions, but should be removed if wind speeds exceed 65 mph. Vinyl movable panels are located on the inside of porch for easy access and screen mesh panel on the outside.

Eze-Breeze panels are made to order to ensure the perfect fit on your porch. Openings are framed to accommodate the custom made to fit panels. Measurements are taken upon completion of framing and windows are ordered. Expect delivery of your Eze-Breeze Porch Windows in about three weeks.

Get floor to ceiling views or choose a kick-plate option at your desired height. Hurricane Shutter Fasteners. As we mentioned previously many people don't love the idea of putting screw holes in their wood frames or decks year after year. This is a new option that will work well with grommets or wood frames.

This is a method that works great for an easy pop in and out clear vinyl window. Simply screw in the base and leave it in the wood see pictures below. Note you may need to pre-drill the holes to make it easier.

You can then easily hang your clear vinyl that has grommets in it or take your wood frames with clear vinyl stapled to it and simply hang them and secure them with the bolt or wing nut. Note these are affiliate links and we will get a small commission if you buy through these links. Now that we have helped you narrow down your desired method of installation lets help you make sure you order the right amount. There are 2 directions people hang the vinyl.

Most people prefer to hang it up vertically while some people prefer to run the clear vinyl horizontally sideways. The reason most people run the vinyl vertically up and down is because it makes the sheets easier to handle and store.

It also more evenly distributes the weight of the vinyl while it hangs. The only down side is there are more overlapping seams. We will discuss how to handle these shortly. There are 2 types of porch enclosures. The first type of porch enclosure is a screened in porch with partial walls and screened windows.

The second type of porch enclosure is the kind that is wide open with a few support beams holding up the deck above and is usually wide open. So you would need 5 yards to cover these openings. Hate math? Call us at and we can help you figure this out. This is usually wide open with the exception of a few support posts.

First start by measuring the distance between the posts. Saying that post openings are usually much larger. Start by measuring the openings length and height. That means you will need 5 vertical panels to cover the foot length. Now let's take the measurement of the height of your porch. For this example let's say the height is 8 feet tall from the ground to the ceiling. Now you know you need 5 panels each 8 feet long. So multiply 8x5 and you get 40 total feet.

Since most places only sell the material by the yard you will need 14 total yards to cover a foot opening. Repeat this process for each side or simply add the total feet of each side together when you start your calculations. If you have two sidewalls that are both 10 feet wide and the front wall that is 20 feet long you can add each side up to get 40 feet wide and than divide that number by 4.

We always recommend adding a little extra, as this calculation does not account for overlap of the material, which many people will likely need. If you still have questions about how much you need feel free to contact our sales team at and we can help you with your calculations.

Now lets help you figure out how to handle those dreaded seams. Some people have had success just overlapping the panels, as the vinyl will naturally want to stick to itself like a giant window cling. As long as the vinyl is securely in place the overlap should work. Granted if there are stronger winds this can open up and let in the cold air.

For some people that is simply enough, but others need a better solution. Remember for most of the following seam options we discuss below once the seams are joined together you will not be able to undo it. This is good usually for enclosures that will be up year round. If you plan on removing the clear windows seasonally we do not recommend this option, as the panels will be too large to handle.

Clear vinyl can be glued using HH66 vinyl cement. There are also other 3M products that work well. We have had lots of customers tell us they have had good success with HH66 glue.

The only down size is many glues are not UV stable and will eventually begin to yellow in direct sunlight. If you know how to sew and have a sewing machine this option might be perfect for you. You just need to make sure you have enough space to sew large pieces together.

We recommend a heavy-duty commercial machine if you plan on using the 40 gauge clear vinyl. Some companies will send the clear vinyl with paper interleafing between the layers of clear vinyl.

Make sure to check if your vinyl will come with the paper. At www. If you need the paper make sure you ask before purchasing. This makes the material easier to handle. Many people will sew right through both layers of the vinyl and paper and rip away and leftover paper.

If you feel like sewing the clear marine vinyl is your best option than consider taking the next step and adding zippers.

Adding zippers is also a great method for making doorways. Clear Tape. Colour matched screws are provided. Silicone sealant is available from Craft-Bilt but you can supply your own if you like. Apply a bead of sealant underneath the flange before installing. The sealant should be close to the edge, particularly at screw locations so that rain does not reach the holes made by the screws.

How do you replace the vinyl film in 4 track windows? It is a simple matter to re-glaze your 4 track window panes. The film is rolled in just like the screen. We can ship replacement vinyl film across Canada.

Sometimes you can re-use the spline but if it is damaged or worn you can order that as well. While it is a simple matter to re-glaze your stacking window, you will find that the vinyl can be difficult to handle. Order extra vinyl so you have some material for practice and blunders. A hairdryer is handy to warm up the vinyl, making it easier to roll into the grooves. There may be some small wrinkles when you are done, waving the hairdryer over the area often takes care of them.

How do you clean 4 track windows? Do not use chemicals or harsh cleaners to clean the vinyl film. Mild soap and water are recommended. Contact us for our 4 track warranty and care instruction document. How long does the vinyl film last? The industry-standard warranty on vinyl film is 10 years. However, we have had stories of the vinyl lasting well over 20 years. Contact us for our 4 track warranty details and maintenance.

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