Screen Tight™
One Better Way
Georgetown, SC 29440
800-768-7325
843.527.7658
Fax: 843.527.6498
Screen Tight FAQ
WHAT IS SCREEN TIGHT™?
Screen Tight™ is a patented porch screening system designed to eliminate the old cumbersome method of
staples, nails, wooden lattice and paint. It provides the maintenance-free qualities of vinyl with the proven
method of spline screening that adapts to wooden frame porches.
WHAT TYPE OF CUSTOMER WOULD USE SCREEN TIGHT™?
Screen Tight™ is designed for both the Do-it-yourselfers and professional installers.
It can be used on both remodeling jobs and new construction.
WHAT TYPE OF SCREEN WORKS BEST WITH THE SCREEN TIGHT™ SYSTEM?
Fiberglass screen (including Sunscreen) works best in the Screen Tight™ system.
Aluminum screen wire will work too.
WHAT SPLINE SIZE SHOULD BE USED IN THE SCREEN TIGHT SYSTEM?
Recommended spline sizes are:
Fiberglass Screen - .175"
Aluminum Screen - .160"
WILL SCREEN TIGHT™ SURVIVE THE ELEMENTS?
Yes! Screen Tight™ is made of an outdoor grade vinyl similar to that used on vinyl clad windows.
IS THE SCREEN TIGHT™ SYSTEM EXPENSIVE?
No! When you add up all the cost associated with the old method (wooden molding, paint, staples, nails,
and replacement costs) and compare it to the one-time cost of the Screen Tight™ system, it becomes
obvious that Screen Tight™ is the better investment. Everything you need to screen your porch usually
costs approximately $1.00 per square foot of opening. This would include fiberglass screen, spline, all
Screen Tight™ components and screws.
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WHAT LENGTHS ARE SCREEN TIGHT CAPS AVAILABLE IN?
8 foot lengths are standard. 12' 1-1/2" caps and 10' 3-1/2" caps can be special ordered.
WHAT COLORS ARE SCREEN TIGHT CAPS AVAILABLE IN?
Screen Tight caps are available in White, Grey, Beige and Brown.
WHERE CAN I PURCHASE THE SCREEN TIGHT SCREEN PORCH SCREENING SYSTEM?
Hundreds of lumber yards and home centers across the country stock Screen Tight. Stores affiliated with Ace, Servistar, True Value, Do-It Best, BMA, and LMC have the product in stock or available. Large chain stores such as Lowes, Home Depot, Carter Lumber, National Home Center and others stock Screen Tight.
WHY IS SCREEN TIGHT EASIER TO INSTALL OR REPAIR?
Screen Tight uses the spline method of screening which every window manufacturer in the country uses. The screen is rolled into place with spline and a screen roller which is easier than staples and wood lattice.
DO YOU HAVE TO MITER THE BASE AND CAP?
No. Everything is straight cut. No miters.
WHAT TOOLS ARE NECESSARY?
A screen roller for rolling screen and spline, mallet for snapping the cap into place, a utility knife, standard snips or chop saw for cutting and a drill gun for attaching the base.
IF I CAN'T FIND SCREEN TIGHT LOCALLY, WHAT CAN I DO?
Give us a call at 1-800-768-7325 or request free literature. We do sell direct where Screen Tight is not available.