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MeshGuard Screening System
MeshGuard from Screen Tight is a revolutionary guardrail infill screening system.
The MeshGuard screening system is a durable guardrail infill screen system designed for below-handrail applications on screened porches and elevated outdoor spaces. Unlike traditional pickets or balusters, the MeshGuard guardrail infill system creates a more open view while maintaining a clean, modern porch design. Installed below the handrail, MeshGuard is compatible with Screen Tight components to create a seamless screened porch appearance. Whether you're upgrading an existing porch or designing a new outdoor living space, the MeshGuard screening system offers a visually open alternative for homeowners seeking wider views with fewer visual obstructions.
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MeshGuard Screening System Kit
$1,295.00MeshGuard Kit includes a 20-pack of caps and bases, 20 steel strips, 75 feet of screen mesh, 200 feet of screen spline, and 200 screws. Product Benefits Wide-Open View to the Outdoors: MeshGuard can be used in 6-ft x 3-ft openings below the...
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Screen Tight Cap Continuous Roll
$89.51Screen Tight cap is now available in continuous rolls in easy-to-handle project packs. Trim to your exact dimensions and eliminate waste - the perfect fit for your next screening project! Screen Tight Cap provides a finished look to your porch screening...
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Screen Tight Cap 1 1/2" x 8' (20 Pack)
$154.88Screen Tight Cap provides a finished look to your porch screening project and works with both the Screen Tight system as well as the MeshGuard system. Screen Tight Caps come in multiple colors but can be painted if cleaned with denatured alcohol, and...
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MeshGuard Base 1 1/2" x 8' (20 Pack)
$184.38MeshGuard Base is the first product needed to install the MeshGuard screening system. The base comes in packs of twenty sticks and are 1 ½ inches wide by 8 feet long and are installed directly onto your deck screen enclosure. Standard Screen Tight...
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MeshGuard Steel Strip 8' (20 Pack)
$234.15MeshGuard Galvanized Steel Strips provide added strength and stability to your MeshGuard porch screen system. One order comes with twenty, 8 foot steel strips. The Steel Strips need to be added in the process of installation after the Base is installed...
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MeshGuard Screen Material 42" x 25'
$182.60MeshGuard Screen Material is made of durable polyester that provides the strength and support needed to meet building code — in addition to the installation of other components. This roll of material is 42 inches x 25 feet and comes in black...
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MeshGuard Flat Safety Spline 100' Roll
$61.11Use MeshGuard Flat Spline to install the MeshGuard Screen Material into the Meshguard Base. The Flat Spline comes in 100 foot rolls — the size of your enclosure will determine how much you need. Use the MeshGuard porch screening system to enclose...
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MeshGuard Self-Drilling Screw (100 Per Pack)
$30.58Use the MeshGuard Screws to attach the MeshGuard Base and Steel Strip to the porch of the MeshGuard infill system — this pack includes 100 screws. MeshGuard can replace the pickets of decks and similar structures for a less obscured view and insect...
MeshGuard Screening System for Open-View Screened Porches
Create a Screened Porch View Without Pickets or Balusters
The MeshGuard porch screening system replaces traditional pickets or balusters in the guardrail infill area below a porch handrail. Guardrail infill refers to the space beneath the handrail that must be filled to meet safety and building requirements.
Unlike bulky railing systems, this screen porch guardrail system creates a more open, picket-free porch design with fewer visual obstructions and wider outdoor views. MeshGuard also integrates with the Screen Tight system for complete screened porch projects. This screened porch railing alternative is designed for code compliance when installed according to approved specifications and local building requirements.
What Is the MeshGuard Screening System?
The MeshGuard guardrail infill system is a screening solution for the lower portion of screened porches, decks, and elevated outdoor living spaces.
Unlike a standard porch screen system that encloses larger openings above the rail, this guardrail infill screen system is made for below-handrail applications where traditional pickets or balusters are typically required. MeshGuard helps create a screen porch without pickets, making it ideal for homeowners looking for a more open outdoor view.
A Guardrail Infill Screen System
A guardrail infill screen system is designed to fill the open space below a porch or deck handrail that is required for safety and building compliance. Instead of using traditional pickets or balusters, the screen porch guardrail system uses a durable mesh screen to create an open porch design with fewer visual obstructions.
MeshGuard is installed beneath the handrail in guardrail infill applications. Proper installation and using approved MeshGuard components are important for achieving intended performance and code-compliant applications.
Designed for Wide-Open Outdoor Views
MeshGuard helps homeowners create a screen porch without pickets to enjoy wider views of their yard, pool, landscape, or surrounding outdoor space with fewer visual obstructions. Unlike bulky railing systems that can make a porch feel closed in, this screened porch railing alternative gives you a clean, finished appearance without sacrificing your view.
Whether used on a screened porch, deck, or elevated patio, MeshGuard is perfect for homeowners who want a more modern outdoor living space.
Why Choose MeshGuard for Your Screen Porch?
Design Freedom
Traditional railing systems with vertical pickets often limit the overall appearance of a porch or outdoor living space. MeshGuard offers a screen porch without pickets, giving homeowners, builders, and designers more flexibility when planning screened porches, decks, and elevated patios. By eliminating the need for vertical pickets, MeshGuard allows for a more open porch design with fewer visual obstructions below the rail.
Compatible with ScreenTight
MeshGuard can be used with a variety of other ScreenTight porch screening systems for a more seamless installation. This makes it easier to match the guardrail infill area with the rest of the screened porch.
Insect Protection
MeshGuard provides reliable insect protection for screened porches. The durable mesh screen helps keep insects out while still allowing fresh air to circulate and preserving your view.
Easy Installation
The MeshGuard system is not only easy to install, but takes less time than traditional picket systems require. Designed as a coordinated guardrail infill system, MeshGuard helps create a clean, finished appearance for screened porches and elevated outdoor spaces.
Open Views Without Traditional Pickets
With Meshguard, homeowners can enjoy wider views of their yard, pool, landscape, or surrounding outdoor space without the visual interruption of traditional pickets or balusters. This screen porch railing alternative can be used in 6-ft x 3-ft openings below the porch handrail and provides an unobstructed view without compromising safety.
ICC-ES Evaluated for Guardrail Infill Applications
MeshGuard is engineered as a guardrail infill screen system and has been evaluated by the ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) under ESR-3938 when installed according to approved specifications. The system is designed for openings up to 72 inches (6-ft, 1828.8 mm) between posts, but local building requirements and conditions may vary. Check local code requirements before installation.
Premium Hardware and Durability
The MeshGuard porch screening system uses window screen hardware and components made from high-density vinyl, steel, and heavy-duty polyester screen materials. Designed for screened porches and outdoor spaces, this porch screening system is built to last, resists everyday wear, and is perfect for homeowners who want a low-maintenance porch solution.
MeshGuard Porch System Specifications and Project Fit
Available Cap Colors
Beige, White, Grey, Brown (no painting required!)
Approved for 6-Ft x 3-Ft Infill Openings
The MeshGuard guardrail infill system is designed for below-handrail applications commonly referenced as 6-ft x 3-ft openings between support posts. This guardrail infill screen system is made specifically for guardrail infill areas below the porch handrail and is not intended for full-wall porch screening applications. MeshGuard should always be installed using approved system components.
Works with the Original Screen Tight System
The MeshGuard porch screening system can integrate with the Original Screen Tight system for complete porch enclosure projects. MeshGuard is designed for guardrail infill areas below the handrail, while the rest of the porch screening system can be used for screened openings above the rail to create a more seamless finished appearance.
What Comes with the MeshGuard Screening System Kit?
The MeshGuard porch screening system works for below-handrail guardrail infill applications on screened porches and elevated outdoor spaces. Complete kits are available for standard installations, while individual components may also be purchased for custom projects, larger porch layouts, or replacement needs.
MeshGuard Kit Components
The MeshGuard porch screening system includes bases and caps, steel strips, screen mesh, spline, screws, installation instructions, and other required system components.
Individual Components for Custom Projects
Larger or custom porch projects may require additional components depending on opening sizes and project layout. Homeowners and contractors who are unsure how many materials are needed should request a quote or contact Metro Screenworks for project planning assistance.
MeshGuard vs. Traditional Porch Railing Options
Unlike traditional railing styles that can obstruct outdoor views, MeshGuard helps homeowners create a cleaner, more modern screened porch design with fewer visual barriers.
MeshGuard vs. Pickets and Balusters
Traditional pickets and balusters can interrupt views of your yard, pool, landscape, or surrounding outdoor space. As a screened porch railing alternative, MeshGuard helps create a screen porch without pickets for homeowners who want a more open outdoor living environment.
MeshGuard vs. Cable Rail
Cable rail is another open-view screen porch railing alternative, but MeshGuard may appeal to homeowners looking for a screened porch solution that also provides insect protection and guardrail infill functionality below the handrail.
MeshGuard vs. Standard Porch Screen Systems
Most porch screening systems are designed to enclose large screened openings above the rail. MeshGuard is different because this screen porch guardrail system is specifically designed for guardrail infill areas below the porch handrail and can integrate with Screen Tight systems for complete porch enclosure projects.
Installation and Planning Considerations
Before installation, homeowners and contractors should carefully measure openings, confirm local code requirements, and use all required system components as directed. Because every project layout is different, proper planning is important for achieving the intended performance of this screen porch guardrail system.
Measure Your Guardrail Infill Area
Before you order, measure the openings below your handrail where the guardrail infill screen system will go. Start by measuring each opening individually, since post spacing can vary from section to section even on the same porch or deck. Confirm your post spacing and the exact opening dimensions, and write them down section by section so nothing gets missed.
Use All Required MeshGuard Components
The MeshGuard porch screening system is designed to function as a coordinated set of compatible components. Proper installation and approved system materials are important for intended guardrail infill applications, especially on larger or more complex porch projects.
Get Help Choosing the Right Porch Screening System
Planning a MeshGuard guardrail infill system requires careful consideration of porch dimensions, installation requirements, and compatibility with the rest of the porch screening system. If you are unsure whether MeshGuard is the right fit for your project, request a quote or contact Metro Screenworks for assistance with product selection, project planning, and installation guidance.
MeshGuard Screening System FAQs
What is guardrail infill and why do I need it?
Guardrail infill refers to the barrier installed below a porch or deck handrail to help meet safety and building requirements. Traditional guardrail infill often uses pickets or balusters, while MeshGuard offers a screened porch railing alternative for approved below-handrail applications.
Can I use MeshGuard instead of traditional pickets?
Yes, MeshGuard is designed to create a screen porch without pickets by replacing traditional balusters in approved guardrail infill applications. Proper installation and local code requirements should always be confirmed before beginning a project.
How do I know if my porch is compatible with MeshGuard?
MeshGuard is designed for specific guardrail infill applications and works best when openings, post spacing, and installation conditions match approved specifications. Homeowners who are unsure about compatibility can request a quote or contact Metro Screenworks for project guidance.
Is MeshGuard difficult to install?
MeshGuard is designed for installation by capable DIY homeowners or professionals, but proper mounting, screen tensioning, and approved component use are important for intended guardrail infill applications.
Can MeshGuard be used with Screen Tight?
Yes, MeshGuard can integrate with the Original Screen Tight system for complete porch enclosure projects where MeshGuard is used below the rail and Screen Tight components are used for screened areas above the handrail.