Window Screens - Mesh Options
Phantom’s wide range of mesh options help you make any space a more comfortable and attractive living environment. You can choose from mesh types that provide insect protection, natural ventilation, increased privacy, improved daylight, and solar heat control.
The mesh openness factor determines the amount of heat, light, and air that enters a room. A more open fabric allows the breeze and heat to enter the living space, while tighter meshes block more sunlight and keep the space cooler.
Depending on your screening needs, Phantom Screens of Ventura County and Santa Barbara will recommend the best mesh choice for your retractable door screens.
These mesh samples are to be used only as a general guide. Please review actual mesh samples for true accuracy.
Insect Mesh
Ideal where insects are a problem, this mesh type reduces up to 55% of UV rays. Insect mesh also features a higher openness factor and is recommended for large openings, ventilation, and visibility to the outside.
Phifer 18/14 Insect Mesh - Charcoal
Openness: 58%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 40% blockage
Phifer 20/20 Insect Mesh - Charcoal
Openness: 45%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 55% blockage
Privacy Mesh
Available in multiple colors, this mesh type blocks up to 90% of UV rays. Thicker weaves provide extra solar protection and added privacy.
Phifer SheerWeave 2360 Privacy Mesh - Charcoal
Openness: 10%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 90% blockage
Phifer SheerWeave 2360 Privacy Mesh - Charcoal/Chestnut
Openness: 10%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 90% blockage
Phifer SheerWeave 2360 Privacy Mesh - Pearl Gray
Openness: 10%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 90% blockage
Phifer SheerWeave 2360 Privacy Mesh - Beige
Openness: 10%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 90% blockage
Phifer SheerWeave 2360 Privacy Mesh - Beige/Pearl Gray
Openness: 10%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 90% blockage
Phifer SheerWeave 2360 Privacy Mesh - Oyster
Openness: 10%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 90% blockage
Mermet E-Screen 7510, Charcoal
Openness: 10%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 90% blockage
Mermet E-Screen 7510, Charcoal/Grey
Openness: 10%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 90% blockage
Mermet E-Screen 7510, Charcoal/Cocoa
Openness: 10%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 90% blockage
Mermet E-Screen 7505, Charcoal
Openness: 5%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 95% blockage
Mermet E-Screen 7505, Charcoal/Grey
Openness: 5%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 95% blockage
Mermet E-Screen 7505, Charcoal/Cocoa
Openness: 5%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 95% blockage
Mermet E-Screen 7501, Charcoal
Openness: 1%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 99% blockage
Mermet E-Screen 7501, Charcoal/Grey
Openness: 1%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 99% blockage
Mermet E-Screen 7501, Charcoal/Cocoa
Openness: 1%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 99% blockage
Indiana Coated Fabrics Opaque - Black
Openness: 0%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 100% blockage
Indiana Coated Fabrics Opaque - Pewter
Openness: 1%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 100% blockage
Indiana Coated Fabrics Opaque - Suede
Openness: 1%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 100% blockage
BetterVue™
Phantom’s retractable window screens feature BetterVue mesh which delivers excellent protection from insects and preserves outdoor views – even when the screen is pulled in place. The screens also include a mesh retention system to prevent the screen from blowing out in light breezy conditions.
BetterVue™ Mesh
Openness: 64%
Sun/UV Protection: Up to 36% blockage