Anne_in_VA
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Post by Anne_in_VA on Aug 11, 2016 10:57:54 GMT -5
What brand did you have? Was it sturdy and how did it hold up to everyday wear and tear? Was it easy to install? Did you install it or have it done?
We're considering one as opposed to a regular screen door, but don't know how sturdy they are. If we do get one, DH would probably install it, but the reviews are mixed and we're not sure if we should get one or go with a regular screen door.
Any help would be appreciated!
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Post by busymom on Aug 11, 2016 13:54:06 GMT -5
We put two of those on Mom's house this Spring, as we figured it'd be easier to deal with that, than possibly losing the screens. They're easy to operate, but because they're so new, I can't give you any information on how well they last. I can't think of the brand name, but Andersen Windows makes a generic version sold in hardware stores (which is the one we bought).
We had our contractor get us a guy to professionally install them. At least they look good!  |
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Post by toomuchreality on Aug 11, 2016 23:18:48 GMT -5
I only know about the 'as seen on tv' screens, that come together with the magnets. Sorry. (the magnet kind are great! LOL)  |
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Tennesseer
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Post by Tennesseer on Aug 12, 2016 7:42:42 GMT -5
What brand did you have? Was it sturdy and how did it hold up to everyday wear and tear? Was it easy to install? Did you install it or have it done? We're considering one as opposed to a regular screen door, but don't know how sturdy they are. If we do get one, DH would probably install it, but the reviews are mixed and we're not sure if we should get one or go with a regular screen door. Any help would be appreciated! I have two of them: on the front door and the door to the back yard. I bought them as I like open windows in the spring and fall seasons but don't open the house windows because the house cats have popped a screen out and ended up outside (single story house). So no open windows. I have had no problems with the retractable screens and I like the fact I can open them up just a little or a lot. I bought Larson brand doors. |
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Post by Tennesseer on Aug 12, 2016 7:44:34 GMT -5
The retractable screens are only on the upper half of the door. No screen on lower half so no animals goingvthrough screens.
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finnime
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Post by finnime on Aug 12, 2016 9:55:48 GMT -5
I have one on the back door off the kitchen. It came with a broken screen retraction mechanism, which was promptly replaced by Home Depot. After over 10 years - it's working great. I really like being able to switch between glass and screen. Not sure what brand it is. This is an older house, so it wasn't a typical size.
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Post by TheOtherMe on Aug 12, 2016 18:42:34 GMT -5
I have one on my front door and love it. Have had it 7 years or so.
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