A retractable screen door can make all of the difference in your indoor and outdoor space, especially as you move freely from one space to the other. But what is a retractable screen door, exactly? Simply put, unlike regular doors that are fixed in place, a retractable screen door can be easily removed or retracted when it’s not in use. So if you want to have a beautiful outdoor view without the obstruction of heavy netting from a regular screen door, a door that can move around comes with plenty of benefits.
Wondering if a retractable screen door is for you? Here are a few reasons why having one is so great.
Easy installation
A retractable screen door is simple to install. Installation merely requires thumbtacks, typically made of metal, and a large roll of hook and loop backing. Unlike other screen doors, which use additional equipment, a retractable screen door can be hassle-free, and easy to move around.
It fits most entryways
Because of how easy they are to install, retractable screen doors are more functional than other doors. Screen doors typically fit a fixed entryway, where a window or doorway would be placed, but a retractable door can be installed on a fixed or sliding entrance made of other materials like metal or wood—it can even be placed in places of floor-to-ceiling windows. You can find the size that fits the entrance you want, or, even better, you can order numerous ones and put them side by side. Simply measure your entrance, doorway, or window so that you get the size that will properly fit.
Seamless closure
With a retractable screen door, if left down, there’s no need to worry about closing it. With a muddle seam that has magnets running up and down, the magnets automatically magnetize towards one another to close without a thought. Now you won’t have to worry if you forgot to shut the door on busy days, or if it rains.
Hands-free open
Because of the magnetic seam, the retractable screen door is hands-free to open. No more worrying about how to get in and out with your hands full. All you need to do is push (with the mildest of effort) to go from the outside in, or the inside out.
It is very durable
Have you ever had a cheap mesh screen door that tears easily or has a hole, seemingly out of nowhere? Or a regular glass door that’s broken or cracked? With a retractable screen door, the heavy polyester material with reinforced edges makes it incredibly durable. It’s weather resistant, good for year-round, and won’t be ruined by typical pet or child run-ins.
Kids will love it
Children love retractable screen doors because they no longer need to wait to get in and out (at the right age). There’s no handle to try and grab or difficult door locks to try and open and close. Kids’ hands can be small, and weak, so when they need something and are stuck inside that isn’t much fun for them or their parents, especially when they need something the most. With proper supervision, kids now have the ability to walk in and out through the retractable screen without getting stuck or feeling left out.
It’s pet friendly
A retractable screen door can be a huge benefit for pet owners. Now, you can easily let your pet go in and out—whether it’s to use the bathroom or simply to play. The dog, or cat, can enter and exit the home, safely, without you needing to wait impatiently by the door for their return, or be given puppy eyes when they want to be around you. The retractable screen door keeps your home safe from the elements, and now you no longer need to wait around as your pet comes and goes with ease. No barking, meowing, scratching, or begging.
Good for year-round use
Because of the polyester mesh, and being able to withstand all of the natural elements, the retractable screen door is perfect for year-round use. That’s right, even in winter! It can be 85 degrees outside and you want some of that heat in, or a chilly 55-degree night with the cool air for snuggling up, or even if you prefer the briskness of a chilly winter just enough to get that fresh smell of snow inside, a retractable door is perfect to have a little bit of the outside inside.
Conclusion
A retractable screen door is an underrated item that should be in every home. It’s a perfect way to enjoy year-round weather of all kinds without having to ever disassemble it. Plus, everyone will enjoy how convenient and effortless it is to care for!
