faqs

SCREENEZE® is a fixed screen system featuring an Aluminum Base and a Vinyl Cap that when snapped together stretch and secure the screen fabric for you. Available in 8' and 12' lengths (color coordinated screws included).

SCREENEZE®, SNAPTRACK & Flatbar are available in White, Sand, Bronze, and Clay. The Wedge is available in Black & White.

Click on the find a dealer link to find your local dealer. If there is not one listed, give us a call at (800) 884.6697 or send us an email support@SCREENEZE.com.

Up to 150 Square Feet - SCREENEZE® does not limit you to forty square feet or a width of 3 feet. You can do a 10' x 15' panel with SCREENEZE®. Visit the Gallery to see pictures. If you are attempting a large panel (over 75 sq ft), we recommend using Phifer #1814 Fiberglass, TEXTILENE® nano 50 or TuffScreen®.

You need carpentry skills to install SCREENEZE®. Review installation instructions to determine if you are comfortable with the steps. If not, enter your zip code to find a local installer or take a sample to a builder or remodeler of your choice.

SCREENEZE® FLATBAR is recommended when installing arched openings. It is the same concept as traditional SCREENEZE®, however, it is flexible and does not have a 90º angle. It is installed the same as traditional SCREENEZE®, however, it is best to install the bottom piece first instead of the top. SCREENEZE® FLATBAR is available in all four colors, but only in 8' lengths. Please click here to review FLATBAR installation instructions.

If the area is a true half round, it is better to use FLATBAR on the verticals and the half round area. If the area is a soft radius, you can use the Flush Mount on the verticals and the miter works just fine. Please call us at (800) 884.6697 with questions.

Yes. We carry Phifer 1814 Fiberglass Screen, UltraVue 2, TEXTILINE® nano 50 (previously SuperScreen™), BetterVue®, TuffScreen®, and Insect Screen, all in 100' rolls. We also stock wide widths to accommodate the large panels you can do with SCREENEZE®. (TuffScreen® is available in 50' rolls in 4', 6' & 8' widths). Click here for more information.

4" - You may not need this much excess. However, this is a safe amount for your first installation and for estimating material.

We do not recommend it. It is difficult to install because it does not have the elasticity that fabrics have and it can also grate the fins on the inside of the caps making them useless. Metal screens can also dent and rust. Fabrics are the best choice for the SCREENEZE® system.

We do not recommend most solar screen fabrics or true pet screen because of the thickness and we do not recommend metal screens. When choosing screen fabric other than what we offer, please contact us if you are unsure if it will work with the SCREENEZE® system. If you have questions, please give us a call at (800) 884.6697 or send us a message.

The manufacturer that supplies us with our screen fabric recommends cleaning them with a mild soapy solution. You should​ avoid hard scrubbing and rinse well. We do NOT recommend power washing.

No. A part of being able to install SCREENEZE® is being able to estimate what you need. Since all sales are final, we believe that it is in our customer's best interest that they do the estimating. We are always happy to help you with your estimate, but the final decision on how much to purchase is yours to determine. Click here for an instructional guide to estimating materials.

Yes. SCREENEZE® has a 10-Year Limited Warranty for the Aluminum Base & Vinyl Cap.

Hopefully you can get SCREENEZE® at your local lumber yard. If not, please plan 7 to 10 days to receive your product.

Hopefully, you can purchase SCREENEZE® from a local lumber yard to avoid shipping costs. However, if you have to purchase direct because there is no distribution in your area, it depends on your location. In the United States, shipping for 8' SCREENEZE® tends to run between $70 and $175 based on the quantity; to ship 12' SCREENEZE® you are looking at $175 to $400. 12' SCREENEZE® is shipped freight because of its length. Shipping to Canada and the Caribbean are more expensive and quoted on an individual basis. To request a quote please contact us. However, please check if there is a dealer in your area first before requesting a quote from us directly.

Always cut vinyl cap and aluminum base together as one piece.

To cut the SCREENEZE® aluminum base and vinyl cap, use a 10" miter saw with a non-ferrous metal/plastic cutting blade. You may also use a hack saw with a fine tooth metal cutting blade.

Grip firmly and hold tight so there is no movements while making cuts.

Check Blade: Do NOT use the blade if it is missing teeth, dull, or if teeth are not straight

Building a jig will make it easier for multiple cuts.

We recommend the Lenox® 10" X 5/8" 5200 RPM 52 Teeth Extended Life™ Titanium Carbide Tipped Circular Saw Blade (For Metal Cutting)

Click here for Cutting-Tips.

We recommend a standard drill. Impact drills have too much torque which can damage the screw heads. We also recommend pre-drilling a 3/16" hole.

SCREENEZE® can be attached to any smooth uniform surface. When attaching SCREENEZE® to masonry, a Flush Mount is typically the best application. We would recommend that you secure the base to your structure with Tapcon screws when attaching to masonry. The screw leg needs to ride smoothly against the masonry. We would recommend once your alignments and cuts are made you should use a double sided sticky tape or a small bead of silicon prior to attaching your SCREENEZE® system.

No, we do not recommend using our screws in salt air. Use stainless steel screws (nothing smaller than 1 1/4", #10) and purchase touch up paint. This has been and always will be our recommendation.

Yes, we tested our product with Intertek and determined that SCREENEZE® can handle wind gusts up to 140 mph. - Wind Test Full Video - Wind Test Short Video - Intertek Report (Please only share in full).

Yes, as with all building materials, SCREENEZE® is affected by temperature and will expand and contract. Installation temperature and sun exposure are the conditions to adjust for. To minimize the effects of expansion and contraction, we use an aluminum base. So, when installing your SCREENEZE® system, plan for the temperature change your porch endures.

Installation in Cold Temperatures: Take temperature and porch location into consideration during installation. For cold days or days with no sun, make the fit a little loose. When installing in temperatures below 60º, make sure that the vinyl caps are warmed or stored in a heated area. Cool temperatures can make the vinyl brittle causing it to split/crack during installation. This will occur at the ends, so be sure to hand press the caps at the corner and take the previous stated precautions. Also, tap the cap close to a previously expanded point.

Installation in Hot Temperatures: Take temperature and porch location into consideration during installation. Whether there is full sun, partial sun, or no sun; adjust your cuts for the day you are installing SCREENEZE®. On a hot day, or a day with full sun, make snug fits.

UV: Will the Vinyl cap color be affected in high UV areas? The cap is UV protected so it should hold its color under normal conditions.

Our team is constantly looking for ways to improve our product offerings. That said, we are excited to announce an enhancement to our Black Vinyl cap. We recently upgraded our black vinyl to HTX Vinyl.

NEW HTX VINYL - HTX vinyl is a higher heat rigid vinyl that extends heat distortion temperature above standard rigid vinyl formulations; 183° vs 163°. It also has excellent low temperature impact performance. At the same time, it maintains key vinyl attributes of flame, chemical, and UV resistance.

The glide comes with a liberal coating of Castrol EPL2 which should last for many years. If after repeated cleanings you should apply more grease. You could find the Castrol EPL2 or its equivalent Lithium Base EP2.