Feb 8, 2023 | Pool Screen Enclosure
What goes into a top-quality pool enclosure? As a family-owned and -operated company committed to delivering the best results to central Florida communities, Dulando Screen & Awning knows that there’s an essential ingredient: aluminum. In the Sunshine State, no material can withstand the heat, humidity and inclimate weather. There are several reasons why aluminum pool enclosures are your best choice.
Features for Aluminum Pool Enclosures
Strength
Pool enclosures are deceptively simple structures. The open, airy design that lets air and sun in can make them appear fragile. However, custom aluminum pool screen enclosures have surprising strength. When properly designed, constructed from quality materials, and installed by professionals, aluminum enclosures shouldn’t break. They can better withstand Florida’s stormy weather and help protect your home and pool area. At Dulando Screen & Awning, our expert craftsmen use top-notch materials from trusted suppliers like Phifer Screens to build custom enclosures that always comply with all relevant building codes and regulations.
Durability
Few building materials fare well in Florida’s strong sun and heavy humidity. Whether you are on the coast or have a pool enclosure, salt and pool chemicals also take a toll. Aluminum is an exception. It won’t rust, rot, warp, or falter against wood-eating insects. As a result, aluminum offers durability that steel, wood, and other common building materials cannot match. A custom pool enclosure frame crafted from aluminum can be designed to fit your space.
Ease of Maintenance
Wood is gorgeous, but it must be sanded, painted, and sealed if you don’t want it to crack, warp, or rot. It should be constantly inspected for termites and other destructive influences. Steel is heavy and vulnerable to rust whenever water is present. Florida’s humidity is harsh enough but using it around a pool seems especially unwise. In contrast, aluminum is a low-maintenance material. With no need to worry about rust or other damage, you can take a few moments to rinse it down if it starts to look dingy. With less time for maintenance chores, you’ll have more time to enjoy your pool.
Safety
Over the years, concerns have popped up around certain building materials because of the chemicals used in their creation. While pressurized lumber might make the list, aluminum doesn’t. It’s considered nontoxic. Aluminum is also a notably lightweight metal. That reduces fears about having it overhead and about stressing your home’s structural integrity by adding a pool enclosure. Of course, when you work with a reputable pool enclosure contractor, you don’t have to worry about safety. Quality should be at the top of the list when building your new enclosure. Ensure your pool enclosure contractor complies with all relevant rules and regulations, that it’s constructed with quality materials, and that everything is installed correctly.
Eco-friendliness
When you love spending time outdoors, the desire to make environmentally friendly choices is natural. Fortunately, aluminum makes it easy. The enclosure can easily be recycled when it meets the end of its lifecycle.
Aluminum Pool Enclosures Are Our Specialty
Are you interested in learning more about aluminum pool enclosures? Reach out to Dulando Screen & Awning. We specialize in delivering high-value custom pool enclosures. Meticulously crafted with exceptional care, our enclosure can provide years of delight for your family. With a custom design, you get an enclosure that fits your lifestyle, property, and budget. To arrange a free in-home design consultation, contact us today.
Oct 21, 2022 | Pool Screen Enclosure
Severe storms in the area include more than just hurricanes. When a severe storm rips through your community with high winds, heavy rains, or blowing debris, it can cause damage to your pool screen enclosure. If you have shredded screens or toppled trees, then a pool screen enclosure replacement is an easy decision. However, storm damage isn’t the only reason to consider a screen enclosure restoration.
Reasons for a Pool Screen Enclosure Replacement
Today’s screens are high-tech specialty fabrics that offer amazing durability and incredible features. These advances in screening have changed the way that damaged screens are restored. Of course, dealing with damage is just one reason to consider replacing your screens. There are several smart reasons to consider pool screen enclosure replacement.
Restoring the Integrity of Damaged Screens
If your swimming pool enclosure was perfect before the trouble, restoring the integrity of your damaged screens is an ideal motive for a pool rescreening. Pool enclosure screen repair might be possible for minor snags. However, replacement is often the best course for significant damage to your pool screen. Keep in mind, that Phifer screens are their most effective for about 15 years. After that time, the continuous sun damage, winds, rain, or even a runaway wheelbarrow, or an over-excited animal, it might be time for a pool rescreen. Completing the needed pool screen enclosure replacement will restore your beloved retreat.
Improving Privacy with Florida Glass
Are you craving a little more privacy around your pool? Swapping out your old screens for Florida glass will do the trick. This vinyl-laminated screen helps to block the view of your pool area from prying eyes. If Florida glass isn’t quite right, there are several other screen options that also offer enhanced privacy.
Upgrading Pool Screens for More Protection from the Sun
The warmth of the sun may feel good for a while, but the damage that solar rays can do lasts much longer. Protecting yourself, your loved ones, and your property from potential harm is always smart. Screening with built-in sun protection like Phifer Solar Screens makes it easy.
Enhancing or Restoring Your Pest Protection
Insects that bite, sting, or invade your space make spending time outside miserable. You may have always felt that your enclosure’s screens let too many insects in. Or, you may have noticed that more of these pests have been making their way inside in recent years. As stated above, the technology behind screens has greatly improved over the last few years. Pool enclosure rescreening can be the perfect way to upgrade to a Phifer insect screen that will keep even pesky no-seem-ums out.
Increasing Strength with Pet Screen
Modern screening is durable, but some households are rougher than others. When children or pets are present, having extra strength on hand is always handy. Thicker screening can also improve safety, which is especially valuable around a swimming pool. Phifer Pet Screen is are made from strong, vinyl-coated polyester. This polyester mesh provides an extra level of durability against pets that chew on the screening or use their claws.
Fixing High Pool Enclosure Panels
The upper panels that form the top portions of your pool screen enclosure are a vital part of the structure. They’re also hard to fix because few pros have the resources to work on them properly. Sometimes, it’s easy to repair one of the screen side panels, but these high panels should only be done by a professional.
Are you Ready for a Pool Screen Enclosure Replacement?
Dulando Screen & Awning is committed to excellent customer service, superior workmanship, and high-quality materials, including Phifer screens. We have a long list of satisfied Florida homeowners, and we’d be delighted to add your name to it. If you’re interested in pool screen enclosure replacement, contact us today to discuss the options.
Sep 14, 2022 | Pool Screen Enclosure
Our primary job is answering client questions about their screen pool enclosures. Our customers ask a lot of questions, and we are thrilled with each question they ask. Our motto is an informed customer is an awesome customer. At Dulando Screen & Awning, we’re always happy to help educate people by providing user-friendly answers about pool enclosures. Therefore, we put together this list of top questions about pool enclosures. We hope it helps you in your decision to build a pool enclosure.
Pool Enclosure Questions
Are Screened Pool Enclosures Durable?
A screened enclosure may seem like a rather lightweight structure. However, working with an aluminum pool enclosure contractor pays off. These professionals know how to combine the right materials and designs with a thorough understanding of the rules and regulations governing construction in Florida. The result is a screened enclosure that’s built to withstand the stormy and windy weather that roars through the Sunshine State.
Are Permits Necessary when Building a Pool Enclosure?
The specific requirements for permits will vary depending on your location. However, if you work with Dulando, you don’t need to worry about it. We handle all the permitting. We’ll also assist you in gaining approval from your homeowners’ association. Put our experience to work for you.
Are There Pool Enclosure Design Options?
Homes come in various architectural styles, designs, and colors. So do aluminum pool enclosures! There is plenty of room for customization when building a screened enclosure.
- You can opt for a freestanding enclosure or one that connects to your home.
- You may install one that contains your pool area or extends over your pool and patio.
- You might prefer a white aluminum frame or choose bronze for the metal.
- Similarly, you have numerous options regarding the type of screening.
- Some pool screens are darker to prioritize privacy.
- Others focus on durability or keeping out smaller insects.
If you need something specific, ask us.
What Factors Impact the Screen Enclosure Cost?
Adding a high-quality swimming pool enclosure can be a fantastic way to boost your property values. However, as with any home improvement, there’s a price tag. What factors impact the cost of this type of project?
- For starters, the design is a consideration. Simple structures are generally less expensive than more complex enclosures that attach to homes or incorporate special features like textured concrete, vinyl windows or a panoramic screen section surrounding your pool enclosure.
- Size is also an issue. Larger structures will often be more expensive than comparable structures that are smaller in scale.
- Finally, the materials that you select for your pool enclosure matter. Choosing specialty materials may raise the initial price tag. However, they may deliver a better value by providing an enclosure that will last longer. Some materials require less maintenance over its lifespan. Others provide a solution to a specific site issue or need.
Dulando Screen & Awning has worked with all kinds of budgets. The pool screen enclosure cost question comes up frequently. Let us help you get the pool enclosure you want at a budget you can afford.
Are You Ready for a New Pool Enclosure?
Swimming pool enclosures are popular because they offer so many benefits. These amazing structures allow you to enjoy time and fresh air in your pool while providing welcome protection. The screens offer a gentle barrier that keeps bugs and debris out of your pool area, making your time there more pleasant. This also reduces maintenance since less debris gets into the pool. As a bonus, screens can provide extra security and privacy for your pool area.
When you want to explore the possibilities offered by pool screen enclosures, Dulando Screen & Awning is delighted to help. To ask questions or learn more about our services, reach out to us. If you’re ready to add a pool enclosure to your outdoor living space, contact us to schedule a free in-home design consultation.
Aug 8, 2022 | Pool Screen Enclosure, Screen Enclosures
Pool screen enclosures create so much value for homeowners that we want to protect that investment as much as possible. One of their greatest benefits is pool screens provide welcome shade and protection while they keep bugs and debris out. Unfortunately, that very same dirt, debris, and mold can collect on the screens over time. A dirty pool screen cage is unattractive, seems older, and can damage your screens over time. Thankfully, it’s an easy fix. These pool screen cleaning hacks will help.
Pool Screen Cleaning Tips
Brush It Off
Are leaves and debris clinging to the frames and screens of your pool cage? This can contribute to dingy-looking screens and provide fuel for mold growth. To keep your pool screen looking nice, grab a soft brush and gently brush it off from top to bottom. Be sure to work carefully near the upper screens. Whatever ladders you use to reach the top, make sure you have a spotter.
Wash Down the Screen Enclosure
A gentle scrub with the right cleansers and tools can revitalize your screen enclosure. If you are planning a pool enclosure cleaning, you have a few different options:
- Bleach and water: Bleach can be harsh, so it’s best used sparingly. However, it can be a good choice when you’re trying to eliminate mold, mildew, or algae. If you opt for this route, be sure to dilute. Mix 1 gallon of water with 3 quarts of bleach. Apply cautiously with a long-handled brush. Rinse thoroughly.
- Vinegar and water: Vinegar is safer for the environment, your skin, and the components of your pool area. It’s also effective against mold and mildew. Use a bucket to mix a solution that’s half vinegar and half warm water. Apply with a long-handled brush. When you’re finished, you may either rinse or leave the solution to dry.
- Soap and water: Mix dish detergent with warm water. Scrub gently with a long-handled brush. Rinse thoroughly.
Do Both Sides of the Screen
When cleaning a pool cage, people often overlook the inside of their screens. While the outside of the screens may be exposed to more grime, both the interior and exterior will benefit from a good pool cage cleaning. We recommend cleaning the inside first to remove as much debris as possible. That way when you hose off the outside, there is less debris that falls into your pool area.
It’s Okay to Pressure Wash Screens
Is the thought of manually cleaning the screens of your pool enclosure daunting? Is the pool enclosure too tall to reach with a ladder? Especially in the middle of the pool. If so, then add power. Try using a pressure washer but start with the lowest setting to avoid damaging the screens. You don’t need a fancy pool screen cleaner, just use your pressure washer to keep your pool screen free of debris and mold.
When To Consider Pool Enclosure Screen Replacement
Sometimes, even the best pool screen cleaning isn’t enough to restore your enclosure to its former glory. While these structures tend to last a decade or more when properly maintained, they will eventually fail. If you’re unsure about replacing your pool screens, we’ve written an article about the top 5 signs that you might need a pool enclosure replacement.
For more than half a century, Dulando Screen & Awning has been designing and building custom screen enclosures for our fellow Floridians. We delight in working with our customers to help them discover the solutions that provide the perfect fit for their needs. To schedule a free in-home design consultation for your pool screen enclosure, contact us today.
Jul 13, 2022 | Pool Screen Enclosure, Screen Enclosures
In the past, a screen might have been just a simple bunch of crossed wires to look like mesh. Today, high-quality screens can be the basic mesh, but also, so much more. Advances in technology mean that modern screens can offer some serious advantages. With so many different types of patio screens to choose from, how do you know which one is the right choice for your screen room?
At Dulando Screen & Awning, we know that building an exceptional custom screen enclosure requires top-quality materials. When we’re creating screened porches, Florida rooms, patio enclosures, pool enclosures, and other screened rooms, we use products from Phifer Screens. With Phifer, we can provide both superior quality and a wide array of options. Which screening product is right for your patio? It depends on your needs.
Phifer Pet Screen
Pets can play rough, especially when they’re excited. Phifer Pet Screen doesn’t flinch. Designed to be seven times stronger than traditional screens, it can take a little roughhousing or the occasional close encounter with claws. Do you have kids who like to run around and not pay attention to their surroundings? Yes, Phifer Pet Screen can also take those hits. That’s why this patio screen is a great choice for households with pets or small children.
Phifer TuffScreen®
The perfect choice for panoramic screen rooms, Phifer TuffScreen® Heavy-duty Mesh Screen spans wide spaces easily. With its heavy-duty, vinyl coating, it blocks out insects but leaves your view unobstructed. There is also an upgraded TuffScreen® that can keep out No-SeeUms. As an added bonus, this vinyl-coated screen is ready to resist playful pets and high-spirited children. With a ten-year warranty, you can be sure it’s truly built to last.
Phifer BetterVue®
Phifer BetterVue® Pool & Patio Screen is another great option for larger openings that require plenty of strength. As the name suggests, it’s designed to provide optical clarity, so you enjoy a better view of your outdoor spaces. You’ll also get 33% more insect protection, 10% more sunlight to warm your water, and 15% more openness so that you can feel the breeze.
Phifer No-see-um Screening
No-see-ums are the most annoying of them all. Are these invisible pests ruining your relaxation? Phifer No-see-um Screening can provide relief. While densely woven to keep out no-see-ums, gnats, sand flies, and other terrors, it allows plenty of ventilation and a nice amount of privacy. These patio screens have been coated with protective vinyl which means, it won’t rust, corrode, or stain.
Phifer Glas-Shield
Also known as Florida glass, these popular patio screens are laminated fiberglass mesh. Many homeowners use Phifer-Glas as a privacy screen. Plus, it does a fantastic job of keeping dust, dirt, and debris out of your pool or enclosure.
Phifer Super Solar Screen
The Florida sun can be brutal for our skin as well as anything else that is outside. Wearing sunscreen and sunglasses is a good start. But did you know that Solar Screen can block up to 90% of the sun’s heat and glare. A few other benefits of Phifer Solar Screen is added daytime privacy without sacrificing outward visibility.
Phifer SunTex
If you like the idea of patio screens that keep the sun away, be sure to check out Phifer SunTex. Available in solar screens and sun shades in a variety of colors, this unique woven mesh can keep between 70% and 90% of the sun’s rays away from your space. That can save you money on sunblock and energy.
We hope this provides you with a general understanding of the types of patio screens available for your patio or pool enclosure. If you have additional questions, reach out to Dulando Screen & Awning. We’ll be happy to help choose the screen that is best for your space and your family.
May 16, 2022 | Pool Screen Enclosure, Screen Enclosures
What’s in a name? With a panoramic screen enclosure, it’s both an explanation and a declaration. Panoramic can mean a wide view, which is the key feature of these enclosures. However, panoramic also means comprehensive or including all the key points, and that’s something that panoramic screen enclosures excel at. These structures provide plenty of advantages.
Whether it’s a Florida room, a lanai, or a screened pool cage, adding a screen enclosure can be a fantastic way to enhance your outdoor living space. The question quickly becomes… Should you opt for the standard style or the panoramic version? Consider the potential benefits of each type of screen enclosure. Hopefully, it will help you make the decision.
Why a Panoramic Screen Enclosure is Amazing
Enjoy an Unfettered View
Let’s start with the obvious advantage of a screen enclosure with a panoramic view. Standard screen enclosures have vertical or horizontal aluminum frames every few feet. Panoramic enclosures are specially engineered to remove these visual intrusions. This delivers an unhampered view that’s ideal when you want to enjoy the kind of gorgeous scenery you find in the Sunshine State. So, if the view is especially important to you, a panoramic screen enclosure is your best bet.
Take Comfort in Solid Construction
With the way that hurricanes and other strong storms tear across Florida, strong construction is crucial. Fortunately, both a standard lanai and a panoramic lanai screens can be built to meet all the necessary standards. When you opt for a panoramic view, we use larger and stronger vertical beams without compromising the strength of the enclosure. This is what allows us to use fewer beams and produce an unobstructed panoramic view.
Keep Outdoor Annoyances Away
You love being outside. You aren’t as fond of sharing your space with leaves, sticks, frogs, and bugs. A quality screen enclosure of any kind can do an excellent job of keeping common outdoor annoyances out of your outdoor rooms. Some types of screening even offer additional bonuses like sun protection or heightened privacy. We make sure that those screens are compatible with your panoramic screen enclosure.
Increase Your Property Value
It’s easy to see the appeal of relaxing in a screened patio or a panoramic pool screen enclosure. As a result, both types of screen enclosures offer an affordable way to boost your home’s curb appeal. Adding either can increase your enjoyment of your property and your property’s value. Can we be so bold as to say that the beautiful panoramic view will also be a selling point of your home?
Delight in a Custom Design
Do you have special features you’d like to incorporate into your new screen enclosure? Our team has been building amazing patio and panoramic pool enclosures with unique features for decades. When you work with a skilled screen enclosure contractor, you’ll be able to choose either a standard or panoramic design.
There are many benefits that overlap between a standard screen enclosure and a panoramic screen enclosure. But an unspoken benefit is you’ll have the admiration of your friends and neighbors as they see your new outdoor space. Panoramic enclosures are still pretty new and are becoming the new go-to screen patio enclosure or pool enclosure method.
Are You Ready for a Panoramic View Screen Enclosure?
Are you ready to transform your outdoor living space with the addition of a screened room or pool enclosure? Whether you’re interested in the standard screen enclosure or prefer the possibilities that a panoramic view screen enclosure offers, turn to Dulando Screen & Awning. We’ve been serving our fellow Floridians for more than half a century, so we understand how to get amazing results. We’re fully licensed and insured and committed to delivering top-quality products that will stand the test of time. Contact us today to schedule a free in-home design consultation.
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