Garage Screen Doors Buying Guide

Garage screen doors are becoming increasingly common, and a quick search on the web will show there are more than a few companies that offer these products. However, these are not made equal and if you end up with the wrong screen, buying a replacement can be costly. Here are some tips.

What Type Do You Need?

French door screens is just one variant as there are a lot more including single doors, motorized screens, skylight screens and sliding door screens. Some screens are built with standard dimensions, but if you need a bigger one, look for those under the "wide openings" category. These have become very popular as well, particularly for garage doors, folding doors and patio doors.

Before you buy retractable door screens you should measure the area where the screen will be installed. Start by measuring the opening height and width, and make sure you record the smallest measurement. Remember too that there’s a big difference between an inside mount and a surface mount. To be brief, an inside mount means any mounting on a recess, but it’s a surface mount if you have to do it on a door face or flush.

If you’re not sure how to proceed, just call Bravo 1-800-446-1626 and they’ll be happy to provide the info, just make sure to have your sizes of the garage door opening so a proper assessment can be made. While there are different types of garage door screens available, it’s best to go with the retractable ones and built to last and out of the way when not in use. Some models can withstand 80 mph winds.

Mistakes to Avoid

Double check your measurement and don’t mix up the height and width. When shopping for garage screens, keep in mind that the width is almost always the first one given, whether it is a door or window. For instance, if the screen measurement given is 48" x 72", it means the screen is 48" inches wide and 72" inches high or for metric use cm. To avoid mistakes, just put the W and H prefixes when you take measurements.

If necessary, use a ladder to help you measure a door or window. If the shape isn’t a square, measure the square at the top, the bottom and the middle. For the height, check both sides and the center and take the least sizes.

Final Reminders

The cost of screen doors has gone down significantly over the years so there’s no reason for you to pay more than you should. Before buying anything, get some price quotes and compare them. Of course you shouldn’t just settle for the cheapest one, but the one that provides best warranty, style and the company has been around for long time.

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