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What is an Awning screen?
Awning windows are a specific variant of casement windows, designed to crank open and upward, especially in tighter spaces with regular foot traffic. Distinguishable by the crank system that enables their effortless opening and closing, awnings open outwards and are hinged on one side, traditionally the top. Designed to function with your unique awning window, our fully custom replacement awning screens are durable and built to withstand the outdoors so you can enjoy its benefits from the comfort of your home. In fact, our awning screens have a thicker frame than most other screens for unparalleled durability!
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How do Awning screens work?
Awning window screens are designed to fit over your unique awning window frame, allowing fresh air to enter your home while keeping rain and unwanted pests outside. Installed on the inside of your window frame, the awning window screen creates and maintains an uncompromising seal without impeding the crank system in most awning window frames. RiteScreen’s awning and casement screens are equipped with a flange for easy installation and a sleek, leak-resistant seal in your window. This flange is essential to the thicker awning screen maintaining a sleek portfolio in your window frames. Awnings traditionally open outward and upward (away from the house), closing inward and downward (against the house).
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Why use an Awning screen?
Awning window screens are preferred for their sleek design, ease of opening, and ability to remain open in all weather. The unique awning-style hinge opening protects against rain, snow, and other precipitation while providing constant, unimpeded ventilation. Like other casement windows, awnings are especially popular in crowded areas that require regular airflow, such as kitchens, bathrooms, sunrooms, and stairwells. The window screen’s sleek, modern design simultaneously protects against pests and water damage while revitalizing your home’s aesthetic.
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Do your awning window screens open vertically or horizontally?
RiteScreen awning screens are a horizontal casement option, providing the ability to keep your window open in the
rain without the worry of pests or water damage! If seeking a vertical casement option, please seek our other
casement window screen options. Fully customizable to optimize your unique casement window!
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What is the size of the flange on the awning screen?
The flange size of our replacement awning screens depends on the series you select! The flange on the CA1 and
CA5 is .454". The flange on the CA2 and CA3 is .448". Uniquely, our CA4 replacement screen has a .385" flange
- the only of its kind in our catalog! For clarification on flange size and other hardware, click on a Series
and see Product Specifications.
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What is the gauge of the screen mesh?
We have multiple screen mesh options available when customizing your screen – each mesh option has a slightly
different gauge. Our standard charcoal fiberglass mesh is 16x18, providing all the ventilation and air
filtration you need without obstructing sightlines.
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Can awning screens be removed for cleaning and storing in the winter?
They can and should be cleaned and, if possible, stored in the winter when your windows remain closed. Regular
cleaning will keep your screens in top shape for years to come, maintaining visual clarity and optimal airflow.
RiteScreen’s awning window screens are equipped with two leaf springs for easy installation and removal. Better
yet, the aluminum frame and char fiber mesh are easy to clean. It’s simple to keep your screens in top shape for
years to come!
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What materials are used to make awning window screens?
Awning screens can be made from numerous materials but RiteScreen’s awning window screens are handmade with
best-in-class extruded aluminum with fiberglass mesh system installed as the standard option. Lightweight for
easy installation, aluminum is preferred for its durability and weather resistance. As such, the American
aluminum is standard for almost all of RiteScreen’s custom and pre-made screen solutions.
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I’m looking for a replacement screen for my awning window but it’s slightly unique. Can your awning screens fit
non-standard window sizes?
RiteScreen offers entirely custom window screens for your screen replacement needs as well as any new screen
installations. This includes custom casement window screens and awning window screen replacements. As with the
other custom options, these awnings are customizable by dimensions, mesh type, and color!
