HOW CAN I USE RETRACTABLE SCREENS TO EXPAND MY LIVING SPACE?
We’re seeing many new homes that have a continuous space and open sight lines extending from the kitchen to dining area to living area – and ultimately into outside areas, patios, and decks. And many of these are incorporating retractable screens to provide insect-free ventilation without interrupting the flow of the home. Retractable screens are perfect for creating outdoor rooms and extending the time you can enjoy your covered porches, patios, and lanais.
HOW I CAN REDUCE MY ENERGY BILLS WITH RETRACTABLE SCREENS?
Retractable screens can help reduce air conditioning costs and lower the amount of energy used to cool the home. This is particularly true of exterior mounted retractable screens, which are seven times as effective at keeping the interior cool as blinds or curtains on the inside, reducing solar heat gain by up to 80%. Retractable screens are used only when needed so your daylight can be maximized. This delivers significant payoffs in energy efficiency because the amount of artificial lighting and air conditioning is reduced.
CAN I REDUCE THE GLARE OF THE SUN WITH RETRACTABLE SCREENS?
If you need to reduce the glare of the sun to enjoy your space, you can do that too by using a mesh type designed for solar shading. The type of mesh used in a retractable screen, typically solar mesh and dark colored, can reduce glare by absorbing the direct light from the sun.
CAN I ADD SCREENS TO MY HOME AUTOMATION SYSTEM?
Yes, you can. Our Executive screens are powered by industry leading Somfy motors which can be connected to full home automation systems, as well as wind and/or sun sensors. Thanks to our flexible and intelligent technology we are able to connect your motorized screens to any brand of home automation system. Just contact your local Phantom representative for details.
ARE RETRACTABLE SCREENS ECO-FRIENDLY?
The housings are made from extruded aluminum – which is endlessly recyclable and is the most abundant metallic element on earth. Retractable screens can also help reduce air conditioning costs and lower the amount of energy used to cool the home. This is particularly true of exterior mounted retractable screens, which are seven times more effective at keeping the interior cool compared to blinds or curtains on the inside, reducing solar heat gain by up to 80%. Retractable screens are used only when needed so your daylight can be maximized. This delivers significant payoffs in energy efficiency because the amount of artificial lighting and air conditioning is reduced.
The mesh can be replaced if damaged which gives our retractable screens a longevity which is unmatched by other companies. Phantom screens can last for many years and be recycled at the end of their lives.
WE HAVE REALLY SEVERE WINTERS HERE – WILL MY SCREENS STILL WORK?
Yes, they will. Phantom screens are installed and used all over the world – from the heat of an Australian summer to the exceptionally cold winters of Canada and are durable enough to endure the harshest of winters. You will need to retract the mesh into the housing before winter. We would recommend cleaning the screens once or twice a season to eliminate any small dust particles in the mesh: in spring before starting to use the screens after winter season is over, and in autumn, when summer is over. You can clean our retractable screens with mild detergent and water, and gently wipe them off.
CAN I USE RETRACTABLE SCREENS ON MY HERITAGE HOME? AND ARE THERE ANY RESTRICTIONS?
Yes, you can. Phantom’s retractable screens are designed to be incorporated into any home design or décor choice. They are customizable with a wide variety of color choices, wood grain finishes and, depending on the product you choose can be recessed so they are completely hidden from view until needed.
WILL RETRACTABLE SCREENS ADD VALUE TO MY HOME?
We can’t promise a dollar value, but the feedback we get is that people love our retractable screens and wouldn’t be without them. They are certainly highlighted as a feature in many real estate listings – which means people view them as an attractive addition to their home and something that will help make the home easier to sell.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN MY WARRANTY?
There is a limited lifetime warranty on all parts excluding the mesh and a two-year warranty on labor
HOW LONG DO YOUR SCREENS LAST?
Our screens are very durable and will last you many seasons with proper routinely maintenance. We also recommend getting a Tune-up every 3-4 years to get your screens looking brand new. Contact our office to schedule a Tune-up.