In home decoration, windows are an important part, but it is not enough to have windows alone. Screens are also needed. Screens can prevent dust, mosquitoes, flies, etc. from entering the room, creating a warm and comfortable indoor environment. So how should screens be chosen ? The following is a detailed introduction from Jiuzheng Windows and Doors.

What are the common types of screen windows?

Fixed screen

Fixed screens are actually the old-fashioned screens used at home, with screens in the middle of the four frames. Its advantage is that it is strong and durable. Many old houses still use this type of screens, and it is still sought after by many old users. Its disadvantage is that it looks a bit old-fashioned, not suitable for those new buildings, and the lighting effect is not very good. There are many such screens on the market, some of them are outdated, but the price is moderate, and it is also favored by some consumers due to its strong structure.

Magnetic screen

Soft magnetic screens are made by attaching magnetic strips around the window frame and the screen is also equipped with magnetic strips around the screen. When in use, the screen is sucked onto the window frame and removed when not in use. This type of screen was very popular when it was first introduced a few years ago. Although it is stronger and more sealed than the invisible screens on the market, it is not very convenient for lighting, and it cannot be folded when stored, so it takes up a lot of storage space. Another fatal weakness is that the life of the magnetic strip is limited. The magnetic strip generally needs to be replaced every three years or so, and if the screen is broken, the magnetic strip needs to be replaced together, and the cost of each window is 30 to 40 yuan more.

Invisible screen

The most popular type of screen window on the market is the invisible screen window. Generally, the invisible screen window can adjust the spring force in the screen box by itself. Some screen boxes can be removed to increase or decrease the force, and some can also automatically remove floating dust. Some people think that this type of new screen window is easy to break, but in fact, the technology of the common invisible screen window is already very mature.

Folding screen

Folding screens look good because they look like fans when folded. However, mosquitoes may enter through folding screens more easily than invisible screens. Moreover, folding screens have poor windproof effects. Invisible screens can be made to have a certain wind resistance by making adjustments inside the track, but folding screens are more difficult. The biggest disadvantage of folding screens is that the screen will not fold after being damp and exposed to the sun, and it cannot be retracted, and the cords are prone to breaking.

How to choose screen window?

When choosing screen windows, you can choose according to the material of the outer frame and the material of the screen mesh. There are also several common materials for screen windows:

1. Choose by frame material:

The most popular screens on the market now are made of aluminum alloy, and there are also screens with PVC frames.

Aluminum alloy screens are durable and have the characteristics of anti-aging, not easy to deform, anti-freeze and sun protection. The color of the aluminum alloy frame can be sprayed by powder spraying and electrospraying, and there are many colors to choose from. The thickness of the aluminum alloy screen frames on the market varies, some are 0.7mm, and some are up to 1.0mm. Of course, thicker ones are more durable and stronger!

PVC frame has the advantage of low cost, and its price is much lower than that of aluminum alloy, but it does not have as many advantages as aluminum alloy, and it is flammable, easy to freeze, and easy to age.

2. Choose by mesh material

The screen is an indispensable part of the screen window, so it is very important to choose a good material screen! Considering that it is troublesome to ask professionals to come to your home to change the screen, you should choose a screen that can be used for a long time.

The more popular yarns on the market are: glass fiber mesh, polyester yarn mesh

There are two types of screens: domestic and imported. Most imported screens are interwoven screens; domestic screens are made of fiberglass, and some are made of plastic. Imported high-quality screens can withstand tens of thousands of push-pull frictions without deformation; domestic fiberglass can generally only withstand a few thousand times; and plastic window screens are prone to thermal expansion and contraction due to their material, and are more likely to deform. Therefore, imported screens should be given priority.

3. Classification of common screen window materials

Common window screens include glass fiber yarn, polyester yarn and Taiwan SPL yarn. Glass fiber yarn and polyester yarn are both plain woven yarns. Now we often use glass fiber plain woven yarn. There are black, gray and off-white colors. Black is more commonly used in the north, and gray is more commonly used in the south, but black yarn is stronger than gray yarn.

1. Glass fiber yarn: Glass fiber material has certain flame retardant effect, strong anti-aging ability, strong weather resistance, and its physical properties do not change much. Currently, most screens use this material.

2. Stainless steel mesh: There are fine, medium and coarse meshes, which are divided into acid-resistant and non-acid-resistant. Therefore, stainless steel mesh is divided into several types. However, most consumers prefer coarse stainless steel mesh, which is durable, easy to wash, and belongs to the top grade mesh.

3. Fishing net: It is woven with the lines generally used for fishing. The lines are thick, relatively elastic, washable and easy to maintain.

The above is what Jiuzheng Windows and Doors Network shared with you about the common types of screens and how to choose them . I hope it will be helpful to you.