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Fast Track Porch Screening System
$696.50Fast Track Screened Porch Kit for DIY Porch Screening Projects Build a Professional-Looking Screened Porch with Fast Track The Fast Track screened porch kit helps homeowners and contractors create a clean, professional-looking screened in porch with or...
Limitless Project Creativity for Screened In Porches and Patios
Enjoy a clean, professional-looking screened in porch or patio screen enclosure with the Fast Track Porch Screening System from Metro Screenworks. Built for DIY homeowners and contractors, Fast Track uses snap-together aluminum channels to create porch screening systems that are functional, durable, and aesthetic.
Create a Screened-In Porch with a Premium DIY Track System
The system works with both existing porch frames and new custom layouts, giving homeowners more flexibility for outdoor living projects. Whether you are upgrading your patio or building a custom screen porch, Fast Track gives you a cleaner finish than basic screening methods.
Designed for Professional-Looking Porch and Patio Screens
The Fast Track Porch Screening System is designed for homeowners who want a more reliable alternative to traditional porch screening. The aluminum track system helps create straighter lines, consistent framing, and a finished appearance for screened in porch, screen porch, and patio screen projects.
Because our porch screening systems are DIY-friendly, they work well for covered patios, outdoor living spaces, decks, and custom porch enclosures.
What Is the Fast Track Porch Screening System?
Fast Track creates a durable framework for screened porch and DIY screened in porch projects using 1-in x 2-in aluminum channels that snap together to form 2-in x 2-in posts or rails. This gives the system a clean appearance while supporting both existing porch frames and custom layouts.
Screen from the Interior or Exterior of Your Porch
Fast Track allows installers to screen from the interior or exterior of the porch using flat spline. The flexible installation allows the system to adapt to different porch layouts, and gives DIY homeowners and contractors more options.
Fast Track Works for New Screen Porches and Existing Patio
Fast Track can transform existing patios, porches, covered decks, and outdoor spaces into comfortable screened living areas while also supporting new custom builds.
Screen In an Existing Porch, Patio, or Covered Outdoor Space
With Fast Track, Homeowners can turn covered patios and decks into more comfortable outdoor spaces with improved airflow, insect protection, and a cleaner finished appearance. It attaches directly to existing porch framing to create a durable screened in porch or patio screen enclosure.
Build a Screen Porch Without an Existing Frame
One of Fast Track’s biggest advantages is the ability to create structural elements using snap-together channels. The system can form porch posts and rails, giving homeowners and contractors more flexibility for custom screen porch projects without relying on an existing frame.
Screened-In Porch Ideas for Different Homes and Layouts
At Metroscreenworks, we offer a wide range of screened in porch ideas and ideas for screened in patios, including covered deck conversions, poolside patio enclosures, breakfast porches, and three-season outdoor spaces. White finishes for traditional homes and black powder-coated channels to create a more modern look. For more inspiration, see Metro Screenworks’ DIY screen porch enclosure guide.
Why DIY Homeowners and Contractors Choose Fast Track
Easier Installation Than Traditional Porch Screening Methods
Fast Track gives homeowners a simple approach to building a DIY screened in porch. The snap-together channels, screening flexibility, and flat spline system help make the installation process easy compared to fully custom porch framing.
A Reliable System for Contractors and Repeat Projects
Contractors choose Fast Track because the professional-grade aluminum system delivers consistent materials, repeatable installation methods, and a clean finished appearance for patio screen projects.
Durable Aluminum Channels with Finish Options for Your Home
Fast Track uses high-quality aluminum channels in 8-ft lengths to create a durable, low-maintenance foundation for outdoor porch projects. Aluminum resists many of the maintenance concerns associated with wood while maintaining a cleaner long-term appearance.
The system is available in white, dark bronze, and black powder-coated finishes to complement different home styles. White supports a classic porch look, dark bronze blends naturally with warmer exteriors, and black creates a sleek, modern contrast.
High-Quality Aluminum for Long-Term Outdoor Use
Fast Track is built on a foundation of high-quality aluminum, engineered with structural channel details that hold the screen securely and keep the system rigid across spans large and small. That aluminum base is what makes Fast Track a smart long-term choice for any screen porch or patio screen project.
Aluminum stands up to constant outdoor exposure in a way few materials can. It won't rot, warp, crack, or split the way wood does over years of sun, rain, and humidity. It resists corrosion, holds its shape through temperature swings, and keeps performing season after season. That durability translates directly into lower maintenance: no repainting, no resealing, no replacing weathered boards. You install it once and it keeps doing its job.
For homeowners, that adds up to real long-term value. A wood-framed screening system asks for ongoing upkeep and eventually wears out. An aluminum system like Fast Track gives you a clean, durable, low-maintenance foundation that protects your investment and keeps your porch or patio looking and working its best for years.
White, Dark Bronze, and Black Powder-Coated Finishes
Fast Track comes in three powder-coated finishes, white, dark bronze, and black, so your system complements your home rather than competing with it. A powder-coated finish isn't just about color; it adds a durable, even protective layer that resists chipping and fading while giving the system a clean, finished look.
Why does a finished system matter visually? Because on a patio screen project, the track is part of what you see every day. A raw or mismatched system draws the eye to the hardware. A properly finished one lets your eye land on the view, the furniture, and the architecture, exactly where it should. Matching the finish to your exterior style is a small choice that makes a big difference in how upscale the final space feels.
Choose the Right Screen Mesh for Your Porch or Patio Screen
The Fast Track system is only one part of a finished porch project. The screen mesh you pair it with determines how the space actually feels to live in, affecting insect protection, visibility, airflow, privacy, comfort, and durability. Here's a quick look at the most popular options to help you choose the right mesh for your project.
| Screen Mesh Option | Best For | Key Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Pool & Patio Screen | Everyday porch and patio use | Reliable, proven insect protection at a great value. The dependable default for most projects. |
| Super Screen | Long-term, high-use screen porch investments | Premium durability. Stronger and more tear-resistant than basic mesh against pets, weather, and heavy use. |
| Specialty Mesh | Custom needs (pets, sun, tiny insects, visibility) | Options including pet-resistant, solar, no-see-um, and fiberglass to match comfort, privacy, and airflow needs. |
Compare Fast Track with Other Porch Screening Systems
Choosing the right porch screening system comes down to your project. Fast Track is our premium, versatile option, built for homeowners and pros who want flexibility across a wide range of layouts and structures. But it isn't the only system we offer, and the best choice depends on what your screen porch project actually needs. Here's how Fast Track compares to our other systems so you can pick with confidence.
| System | Profile / Look | Best Suited For |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Track | Versatile, adaptable | Projects needing structural versatility, varied framing, or multiple/large openings. Maximum flexibility. |
| SNAPP Aluminum Track | Clean, low-profile, seamless | Straightforward layouts where you want the screen to integrate seamlessly into the structure. |
| Mini Track | Lowest-profile, most discreet | Projects where a clean, understated, visually minimal look is the top priority. |
When to Add a Hinged Screen Door
Most screened in porch kits need more than just screening, they need a way to get in and out. As you plan your project, consider how you'll enter and exit the space once it's enclosed. A hinged screen door is a clean, convenient finishing component that completes the enclosure and gives your patio screen project a functional, polished entry point. Adding one during the planning stage is easier than retrofitting later, so it's worth deciding early.
Metro Screenworks Can Help You Choose the Right System
A custom screened in porch kit requires selecting the right channel configuration, finish, mesh type, and accessories for your project and we can help.
Before requesting a quote, gather:
- 1Approximate opening measurements
- 2Existing porch or patio details
- 3Desired finish color
- 4Preferred screen mesh
- 5Door requirements
- 6Any unique layout notes
Metro Screenworks can help homeowners and contractors choose the right porch screening system, mesh, and accessories for their project. Request a quote today to get started.
With Fast Track, you can either attach the channels to existing porch frames or combine self-mating channels to create porch structure elements.
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