Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is a SportScreen?
The SportScreen is the perfect bug, privacy, dust and/or solar solution. This sleek affordable screen comes standard as a manual spring loaded system. SportScreen Systems can also be upgraded to be motorized. SportScreen delivers privacy, ventilation, protection, and secure shading for RV’s, toy haulers, horse trailers, motorhomes and other vehicles.

2. How is the SportScreen different than the competition?
There is nothing like it in the industry! This is the only top down manual wide format retractable screen on the market today. The SportScreens are manufactured in a local factory and not in your driveway. They are built with the highest quality components in the industry. Our screens are quality tested in a controlled environment and inspected to ensure enjoyment for life.

3. What size Toy Haulers, RV’s or Horse Trailers will a system like this accommodate?
The 3" SportScreen housing canister (2.799"D x 2.895"H) can accommodate openings up to 120” (10 feet) in width and 108” (9 feet) in height. Is your opening bigger than this? No problem, we always have the solution for you!

4. How difficult is it to install a SportScreen?
The installation of a SportScreen must be done by a certified, licensed, bonded and insured installer. The installation of a SportScreen typically takes 2 hours with 2 installers.

5. Are Custom Powder Coated Colors available?
Yes! All extruded aluminum components on the SportScreens are powder coated or anodized using one of our 19 standard colors. Over 210 Custom Powder Coated Tiger Drylac RAL colors are available for an upcharge. In addition, 19 Powder Coated Wood Grain Finishes are available for an upcharge.

6. How are the SportScreens mounted?
The screen can be surface mounted or mounted inside the jamb (opening) of any exterior or interior application. The SportScreen consists of a drop down approach, in which the housing unit is secured across the top of the opening to be protected. By simple lowering the weight bar (pull bar) manually or by pressing a button on the remote or wall switch, the SportScreen lowers to the floor with the guidance of a left and right vertical rail.

7. What are my Screen Mesh or Fabric options?

• Super Screen which is available in black or white only (durable and long lasting, resists deterioration, tears and mildew).
• No-see-um which is available in black or white only (extra-fine mesh provides protection from smaller insects called no-see-ums).
• 80% Twitchell solar block fabric is available in Beige, Black, Brown, Desert Sand, Gray or White.
• 90% Twitchell solar block fabric is available in Beige, Black, Brown, Desert Sand, Gray or White.
• Clear Vinyl is available which will allow for that clear view while preventing the elements from coming in.
• 100% Privacy material and Sunbrella Fabric are available which will block out 100% of the sun’s rays.

Please see our SportScreen color section for further details.

8. What about insects, pets, animals or kids…does a screen like this keep them in or out?
SportScreens have been installed numerous times to help keep out insects, dust, birds, small rodents and lizards. SportScreens have also been installed many times to keep ones pets or animals inside or outside. It is possible though for a pet, animal or even a child to push its way between the screen and the rail if given reasonable force.