Your patio, porch, deck, or backyard should feel like a private oasis. Retractable screens give you a simple way to create separation from nearby neighbors and passersby while still letting you enjoy fresh air and natural light.
Giglio Awning installs custom Sentry motorized retractable screens by Sunesta for homeowners throughout New Jersey. Each screen is measured for your space and provides privacy, shade, and protection when you want it. Here, we discuss the benefits of retractable screens and how they work – without blocking your view.
Key Takeaways
- Retractable screens provide privacy without adding a permanent structure blocking your outdoor view.
- Motorized operation lets you raise or lower the screen with the touch of a button.
- Screens can also reduce glare and heat while helping keep out insects, wind, dust, and debris.
- Giglio Awning repairs and installs retractable screens throughout Cape May, Atlantic, Burlington, Ocean, and Monmouth counties.
What Are Retractable Screens?
Retractable screens are motorized mesh panels that roll up or down. With the push of a button, you can lower the screen for shade, privacy, or insect protection and retract it when you want the area completely open.
Because the screens are custom measured, they are compatible with different openings and outdoor living areas. At Giglio Awning, our customers throughout New Jersey want them installed in:
- Patios
- Covered decks
- Porches
- Sunrooms
- Other spaces where a permanent wall or fixed screen feels too restrictive
When retracted, the screens are barely noticeable. Their discreet design makes them ideal for homeowners who want more control over an outdoor space without changing its appearance year-round.
How Screens Improve Privacy Without Feeling Closed In
You don’t have to install a solid fence, curtain, or wall to get privacy in your home. Retractable screens use mesh to obscure and soften sightlines into your patio while still allowing you to see outside.
Sunesta’s Sentry screens are available in different colors and mesh options, so you can choose the right balance of visibility and privacy that works for your home. You can still enjoy your yard, landscaping, and view while creating a boundary between your outdoor living area and your neighbors.
If you have a patio, porch, deck, or outdoor room that is close to your neighbor or public property, a retractable privacy screen can make your home feel more comfortable. You can lower the screen when you want more privacy for dinner or a quiet afternoon and retract it when you want to open the space back up.
What Other Benefits Do Retractable Screens Offer?
In addition to privacy, retractable screens offer the following benefits:
- More shade and less glare: Screens help block direct sunlight while still allowing natural light into the space.
- Reduced heat: Limiting direct sun can help keep patios and nearby indoor areas cooler.
- Insect protection: Screens create a barrier against mosquitoes, flies, gnats, and other pests while still allowing fresh air through.
- Protection from wind and debris: Mesh can help reduce the amount of wind, pollen, leaves, dust, and other debris entering your outdoor area.
- More usable living space: With better control over sun, pests, and privacy, a patio or porch can become a comfortable place for meals, relaxing, and entertaining.
Retractable screens can also make an outdoor area more comfortable throughout the warmer months and your home more energy efficient. Instead of deciding between a fully open patio and an enclosed room, retractable screens let you adjust your space based on the weather, time of day, and how you plan to use it.
What to Consider Before Installing Retractable Screens
A retractable screen works best when it fits your space. Before installation, you should consider the following:
- Opening size and mounting: Accurate measurements help the screen fit properly and work smoothly. At Giglio Awning, we measure each space before creating a custom solution.
- Mesh and visibility: What’s your biggest priority? Do you want privacy, shade, insect protection, or an unobstructed view? The size of your mesh can affect each of these.
- Motorization and controls: Are you planning on using your screens often? Having a motorized screen with sun or wind sensors can make retracting and extending your screen easier.
- Exposure to the elements: If your patio gets a lot of sun and wind, you’ll want a screen that can withstand harsh weather.
Create a More Comfortable Outdoor Space with Giglio Awning
Retractable screens give you more privacy without sacrificing the open views that make your patio, porch, or deck enjoyable. Giglio Awning is proud to serve Southern New Jersey, and we install custom Sentry motorized retractable screens from Sunesta. Our team carefully measures your outdoor space and provides professional installation for homeowners throughout Cape May, Atlantic, Ocean, Burlington, and Monmouth counties.
If you’re interested in finding a custom shade solution for your home, we can help. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and explore retractable screen options for your outdoor living space.
Frequently Asked Questions About Retractable Screens
Do retractable screens block the view?
No. The mesh provides protection while maintaining visibility through the screen. Different mesh options let you choose how much privacy and visibility you want.
Can retractable screens provide privacy from neighbors?
Yes. Retractable screens can help limit views into a patio, porch, or other living area while still allowing you to see outside. The level of privacy you get depends on the mesh you choose and lighting conditions.
Do retractable screens keep bugs out?
Yes. When lowered, screens create a barrier that helps keep mosquitoes, flies, gnats, and other insects away from your outdoor living space.
Are Giglio Awning’s retractable screens motorized?
Yes. At Giglio Awning, we offer Sentry motorized retractable screens by Sunesta. You can raise or lower your screen at the touch of a button, making it easy to adjust your space throughout the day.