Retractable Screen Details

The Mirage 1750 is a screen made for single, french and sliding doors. It comes in a variety of colors, 8 standard colors and 18 diamond series colors, which can be found on the Mirage website with color swatches to match. Below we will dive into the dimensions, mesh options and a variety of other factors that come with choosing a screen.

Screen Dimensions

Retractable screen doors such as the 1750 retractable screen fits openings up to 108” and 64”. If you have a smaller door than this, Mirage retractable screens can be customized to fit.

If you have a large opening door such as a bifold door or multi-panel sliding door, these 3500 large opening screens can fit openings up to 14ft wide and 10ft tall.If its a french set then 28ft wide and 10ft tall. 

For patios, garages or other outdoor spaces, motorized screens they fit openings up to 22ft wide and 16ft tall.

French Door Dimensions

If you have a traditional opening with French doors, retractable screens can fit them with openings up to 18ft wide and 5.3 ft tall. If you have a larger opening though with French doors our 3500 screens can fit openings up to 28ft wide and 10ft tall.

Door Hardware

The hardware on a retractable screen includes something called a brass bushing that is in the rolling mechanism which extends its life and keeps it smooth. The housing hardware on the screen keeps the mesh roll protected and connects to the tracks on the top and bottom. Then there’s a pull bar guide which is vertical and connects to the top and bottom track and has the handle on it. Choose from a standard handle, Pivot Pro Handle (easy release handle) , or the recessed handle(for when clearance is tight). All hardware is sturdy and long lasting.

Retractable Mesh Options

Retractable mesh options depend on the screen you choose. For the 1750 screen there is Tuffscreen noseeum mesh, Fiberglass 18X14, and Elitescreen. They all offer different shading and opacity. 

For the 3500 large opening screen there is the most common option, insect control mesh called Tuffscreen Noseeum. It is the smoothest running on the 3500. Then there is sun control fabrics Suntex 80, Suntex 90, and Suntex 95 but it’s important to note that Sun control fabrics fit a max width of 10ft. 

For the H4500 motorized screen Tuffscreen Noseeum and Tuffscreen and Fabric Sun Control includes Twitchell Nano 70, Twitchell Textiline 90 (reduces heat transfer and glare, blocks up to 90% of the sun’s rays), and SunTex 90 (blocks 90% of sun’s rays), Suntex 95 (blocks 95% of sun’s rays). If you are looking for full privacy there is privacy mesh and blackout mesh available in different colors and shades. If you are looking for something to see through completely, or for a commercial space, vinyl screens would be the best option. They come in a variety of border colors to fit your home. 

Depending on your needs and where your screen is around your home, you can find the best fit.

Motorized Screen Details

Motorized screens are designed for large openings like your patio, outdoor living space, or garage. Unlike a traditional retractable screen, a motorized screen is powered by a motor and needs a remote to move it up and down. It is for openings up to 22ft wide and 16ft tall and comes in a variety of colors including 7 standard colors and custom colors that can be matched to your home or opening. There are also multiple mesh options that fit your needs and lifestyle. From insect control to sun control, privacy, blackout and vinyl mesh with options for colors, you will find one that fits your style and needs.

Screen Dimensions

Motorized screen dimensions can vary depending on the type of opening but they fit openings up to 22ft wide or 16ft tall. If you are looking for a garage door screen, typically they are 8ft wide and 7ft tall but if you are looking for a patio opening those can widely range in size. You would measure the opening and when you speak to an installer you can let them know so they can give you an approximate quote.

Large Opening Screen Details 

Large opening screens fit openings up to 14ft wide and 10ft tall. They are perfect for bi-fold doors, multi-panel sliding doors and other large openings. They provide you the ease of leaving your large doors opening without the worry of insects entering. There are four standard colors available that match your door opening. If you are looking to keep your large doors open for entertianing or to let fresh air in, the Mirage 3500 large opening screen would be a perfect fit.

Single Door Dimensions

Large opening dimensions are up to 14ft wide and 10ft tall. They can however be smaller than this. You can measure the opening, let the installer know of the size with an image and they can give you a quote before they come to install. 

Double Door Dimensions

For double doors that are large openings such as a french door set, the width size would be doubled so therefore it could reach doors up to 24ft wide and 10ft tall. With this size of door, you would want to keep the door open in the warm months, so a retractable screen is much needed.

Get Custom Sizings for Retractable Screen Doors

Mirage offers custom sizing for all your retractable screen needs. Whether it’s a single door, multi-panel sliding door, bifold door, or a unique application, Mirage screens can be customized to fit your needs. To find out what can be done before you purchase a screen, contact an installer and discuss your opening and send photos that can best show it. They can then provide the best customization for your opening.