What Are Custom Porch Screen Panels with BetterVue Screen?

Porch screen panels with BetterVue screen are custom-made aluminum framed screens designed for screened-in porches and patios. BetterVue mesh provides clear outward visibility, improved airflow, and strong durability compared to standard fiberglass screens. These panels are ideal for homeowners who want a screened porch that protects from insects while preserving outdoor views.

Key Takeaways

• Custom porch screen panels made to your exact measurements
• BetterVue “invisible screen” offers superior visibility
• Durable ½-inch aluminum frame
• Can be permanently installed or removable
• Ideal for screened porches, patios, and outdoor enclosures

What Are Porch Screen Panels?

Porch screen panels are framed mesh screens designed to enclose a porch, patio, or outdoor living space while allowing airflow and visibility. They are commonly used in screened-in porches to keep insects out while maintaining an open outdoor feel. Unlike traditional roll screen material, porch screen panels are pre-framed and custom-sized, making installation easier and more durable.

Homeowners and contractors often use porch screen panels when building or upgrading:

• Screened-in porches
• Patio enclosures
• Deck enclosures
• Gazebos and outdoor living spaces

Benefits of Our Porch Screen Panels

• Durable design & quality materials
• ½ inch thick aluminum frame for increased durability
• Can be permanently installed with screws, or temporarily installed in the jamb between stops or with casement clips
• Multiple frame colors - black, white, almond, beige, bronze, mill (silver), and others
• Made-to-size
• Manufactured in our Denver-based warehouse

Custom Porch Screen Panels Made to Size

Our porch screen panels are custom made to your exact measurements, allowing them to fit perfectly into your porch or patio openings. Each panel is manufactured to order, so you can choose the size, frame color, and installation hardware that best suits your project. Please allow approximately 7 to 10 days for manufacturing. All panels are built in our Denver-based warehouse using durable aluminum framing designed to provide long-lasting performance in outdoor environments.

BetterVue Invisible Screen: Clearer Outdoor Views

Our porch panels with BetterVue screen offer ultimate outward visibility with the advantage of better durability with our extruded aluminum frame. Also called “invisible screen,” BetterVue mesh offers improved optical clarity thanks to its thin strands and charcoal color.

Benefits of BetterVue Screen Include:

• A black mesh that offers more optical clarity for a crisper, brighter outward view
• Provides the most visibility of screen types
• Best for enjoying outdoor views
• Sheds water and is dirt-resistant
• Offers optimal airflow and natural light
• GREENGUARD-certified

Are BetterVue Screens Actually Invisible?

BetterVue is not actually invisible or a clear mesh but appears invisible because of its finely woven construction, and when compared to the visibility that standard fiberglass offers. 

Where Can Porch Screen Panels Be Used?

• Screened-in porches
• Covered patios
• Deck enclosures
• Gazebos
• Pool patios

BetterVue vs Standard Screen Mesh

Porch Screen Panel Installation Options

Our porch screen panels offer flexible installation options depending on how permanent you want the installation to be.

Panels can be installed using:

• Screws for a permanent installation
• Casement clips for removable installation
• Installation between jamb stops for a clean finish

These options allow homeowners to remove panels for cleaning or seasonal adjustments if needed.

Suggested Tools For Installation

• Power drill (for fixed installation)

Frequently Asked Quetions

What Are Invisible Screens?

Screens that provide enhanced visibility. BetterVue screen, also called invisible screen, can provide the most visibility of all the screen mesh types, due to its charcoal color, strand size, and its water-wicking and dirt resistant abilities. BetterVue is designed to be used in large openings such as porch panels 

What Is The Best Screen For Visibility?

BetterVue screen. BetterVue is a vinyl-coated polyester screen designed to provide ultimate visibility. Due to its strand size, color (black), and its water- and dirt-resistant qualities, it allows for the best visibility even during wet weather. 

Can porch screen panels be removed?

Yes. Porch screen panels can be installed using clips or removable mounting methods so they can be taken down for cleaning or seasonal changes.

Are BetterVue screens waterproof?

BetterVue mesh is designed to shed water and resist dirt buildup, helping maintain visibility even during wet weather.

DIY Screen Porch Projects & Resources

• DIY Your Home’s Screen Porch Enclosure
• Summer Screen Project Musts
• Designing Your Dream Pool Patio
• A Screened-In Porch for You
• Want a Change? Try a Screened-In Porch

 We also offer unassembled porch panel kits. For contractors and larger projects, request a bid. Learn more about our custom porch panels below or contact us! We would love to answer your questions and help you find the right products for your home improvement projects. You can also visit the Metro Screenworks showroom in Highlands Ranch, Colorado.