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Exterior Shades & Screens

Be beautifully prepared — certified hurricane screens and year-round outdoor comfort in one system.

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Hurricane season is here — is your lanai protected?

Living on Florida’s Gulf Coast means hurricane season is a fact of life. When a storm threatens Sarasota, the difference between a stressful scramble and calm confidence is being prepared in advance. Fenetex MaxForce motorized hurricane screens deploy at the push of a button, shielding your lanai, pool cage, and openings with certified, code-approved protection — no heavy panels to haul out, no last-minute rush.

The best part: these screens work hard every single day, not just during a storm. Retractable insect, clear, and solar shade screens block sun, heat, glare, bugs, and prying eyes on demand, then disappear for the open view. Below we clearly separate the hurricane-rated protection from the everyday comfort screens so you can build the right combination for your home.

Why Homeowners Choose Them

The benefits of exterior shades & screens

Certified storm protection

MaxForce hurricane screens are Florida Building Code certified for the HVHZ and rated to withstand winds up to 185 mph — real protection when it matters most.

Push-button peace of mind

Prep for a storm in seconds: close your screens from a remote or app, or set them to deploy automatically in an emergency.

Year-round lanai

Block sun, heat, glare, and bugs so your outdoor space is comfortable and usable in every season — not just during storms.

Energy savings & UV

Shade screens block up to 99% of the sun’s rays, reducing heat gain and lowering your cooling costs while protecting from UV.

Collections We Carry

Exterior Shades & Screens collections

Dark Fenetex MaxForce hurricane screens lowered over the wide openings of a covered lanai with a wood-slat ceiling, overlooking a pool and palm trees
MaxForce™ Hurricane Screens— custom-measured & professionally installed by Sarasota Window Blinds
FenetexHurricane-Rated

MaxForce™ Hurricane Screens

Fenetex’s strongest screen — a beautiful, wrinkle-free hurricane screen that delivers maximum patio protection and certified storm defense in one motorized system, backed by a lifetime warranty.

Best for: Storm protection for lanais, pool cages & large openings

Options

HVHZ certified to 185 mph · Aramid-fiber OmegaTex fabric (~91% UV block) · Quiet Spring Technology™ self-adjusting · Six fabric colors

Control

Motorized remote / Bond Pro App · Auto-deploy in emergencies

Dark Fenetex One-Track insect screens lowered around a covered lanai with a wood-slat ceiling, overlooking a resort-style pool framed by royal palms
One-Track™ Insect Screens— custom-measured & professionally installed by Sarasota Window Blinds
FenetexPremium

One-Track™ Insect Screens

Motorized bug screens with welded end retention rated for winds up to 100 mph — there when you need them, gone when you don’t. Two mesh densities keep out everything from mosquitoes to tiny no-see-ums.

Best for: Lanais, garages, pergolas, outdoor kitchens

Options

Welded keder (no zippers/stitching) · Winds up to 100 mph · No-see-um or mosquito mesh · Lifetime warranty

Control

Motorized remote / Bond Pro App

Transparent Fenetex One-Track Clear Screen lowered over a wide patio opening on a modern coastal home, protecting an outdoor dining area
One-Track™ Clear Screens— custom-measured & professionally installed by Sarasota Window Blinds
FenetexPremium

One-Track™ Clear Screens

Crystal-clear motorized screens that block wind and cold without sacrificing your view — turn the lanai into a cozy, usable room even when the weather doesn’t cooperate.

Best for: Restaurants & commercial patios, screened porches, cool-evening comfort

Options

Unobstructed clear vinyl · Welded 4-side support · Wide color-frame options · Wind protection

Control

Motorized remote / Bond Pro App

Dark Fenetex One-Track shade screens lowered across a long row of lanai openings on a poolside Florida home with travertine decking and palms
One-Track™ Shade Screens— custom-measured & professionally installed by Sarasota Window Blinds
FenetexPremium

One-Track™ Shade Screens

Solar shade screens that block up to 99% of the sun’s harsh glare and heat, making a substantial dent in your energy bills while keeping the patio comfortable.

Best for: Sun-drenched patios, energy savings, glare control

Options

Blocks up to 99% of sun · Nano 95/97, Dim Out 99, Mermet Natte · Textilene options · Energy-saving

Control

Motorized remote / Bond Pro App

Dark Texton retractable exterior screens lowered over two openings of a covered patio with a stone fireplace and a colorful living plant wall beyond
Texton pivot-arm retractable exterior screen angled outward over a stone outdoor kitchen with a built-in grill and string lights
Retractable Exterior Screens— custom-measured & professionally installed by Sarasota Window Blinds
TextonPremium

Retractable Exterior Screens

An additional line of everyday retractable solar, insect, and privacy screens to extend your outdoor season.

Best for: Patios, lanais, outdoor kitchens

Options

Zip Screen / Wire Guide / Pivot Arm · Z-Lock anti-blow-out · X-Weave 5%/10% + Nano 70%

Control

Motorized

Fabric colors (5% & 10% openness, Nano 70%)
  • White
  • Sand
  • Sunset
  • Stone Grey
  • Slate
  • Graphite
  • Mahogany
  • Onyx
  • Obsidian
  • Black (Nano 70%)
Metal frame colors
  • White
  • Paperbark
  • Bronze
  • Woodland Grey
  • Black
Hurricane vs. Everyday

Certified storm protection or everyday shade — you choose

We carry both hurricane-rated and everyday retractable screens, so you can match the system to how you want to use your outdoor space.

Hurricane-Rated Protection — Fenetex MaxForce™

Certified storm protection that also works as everyday shade — one motorized system, two jobs.

  • Florida Building Code certified for the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) of Miami-Dade & Broward
  • Rated to withstand wind speeds up to 185 mph
  • Twitchell OmegaTex fabric woven with aramid fibers — the same fibers used in bulletproof vests
  • Blocks up to 91% of the sun’s rays; shields against wind, rain, insects, dust, and debris
  • Quiet Spring Technology™ self-adjusts to stay taut and wrinkle-free; backed by a lifetime warranty
  • Motorized deployment by button, app, or automatically in an emergency — protects lanais, pool cages, and openings

Everyday Comfort — Fenetex One-Track™ Screens

Non-hurricane retractable screens (insect, clear, and solar shade) to enjoy your outdoor space all year.

  • Insect screens: welded end retention rated for winds up to 100 mph; two mesh densities for no-see-ums or mosquitoes
  • Clear screens: block wind and cold without sacrificing the view — perfect for cool evenings on the lanai
  • Shade screens: block up to 99% of the sun for real energy savings (Nano 95/97, Dim Out 99, Mermet Natte, Textilene)
  • Quiet Spring Technology™ keeps every screen smooth, silent, and self-adjusting
  • Molecular-level welded keder — no zippers, adhesives, or stitching to fail; lifetime warranty; motorized
Smart Home

Total control — motorize & automate your screens

With the Fenetex Bond Pro App you can control your screens, pergola roofs, lights, and fans from one place — no proprietary remote per device. One handheld remote runs up to 15 screens independently or unlimited screens across 15 zones, and screens can deploy automatically against the afternoon sun or an incoming storm.

  • Bond Pro App & handheld remote
  • Integrates with all major smart-home brands
  • Up to 15 screens or 15 zones
  • Auto-deploy in emergencies
  1. Remote control with app

    With Fenetex’s Bond Pro App, control your retractable screens, pergola roofs, lights, fans and more without a proprietary remote for each device — a universal remote for your house you can operate from anywhere in the world. Compatible with most brand-name RF devices and home-automation systems.

  2. Home automation compatibility

    We’ve never met a home automation system our screens didn’t get along with. We’ve successfully integrated with all the major smart-home brands — at first as pioneers, and now as experts.

  3. Fenetex remote

    Our beautiful handheld remote works with Fenetex Smart Motors and can control up to 15 screens independently, or an unlimited number of screens across 15 zones, as long as they’re within range of the remote.

  4. Motor options

    We stock three brands of motors — Somfy, Gaposa, and our own Fenetex Smart Motor — used depending on the customer’s needs and application. All motors are specified when ordering screens through our online ordering portal.

Project Gallery

Exterior Shades & Screens in Real Homes

A look at exterior shades & screens we've measured, made, and professionally installed across the Suncoast.

Frequently Asked Questions

Exterior Shades & Screens — Answered

How strong are Fenetex hurricane screens?

Fenetex MaxForce hurricane screens are rated to withstand wind speeds up to 185 mph and are Florida Building Code certified for the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) of Miami-Dade and Broward counties — the most demanding standard in the country. The everyday One-Track insect and shade screens are rated up to 75 mph, with insect screens using welded retention tested to around 100 mph.

What is the difference between hurricane screens and regular exterior screens?

Hurricane-rated MaxForce screens are certified to Florida Building Code HVHZ standards and engineered to withstand extreme wind loads — they provide real, code-approved storm protection in addition to everyday shade. The One-Track insect, clear, and shade screens provide sun, glare, bug, wind, and privacy control for everyday outdoor comfort but are not storm-rated.

Can hurricane screens be used every day?

Yes — that is a big advantage. You can lower them daily for shade, glare, and privacy on the lanai, then rely on the same system for certified protection when a storm approaches. With hurricane season already here, it is the perfect time to install a system that protects you now and works for you year-round.

How do I prepare my screens for a storm?

It is as easy as pushing a button or opening an app. Fenetex screens are motorized, so you simply close them to shield your patio and openings — and with smart-home integration they can even deploy automatically in an emergency. No heavy panels, no last-minute scramble.

Do exterior screens keep the lanai cooler and lower energy bills?

Definitely. Fenetex shade screens block up to 99% of the sun’s rays before the heat reaches your patio, and the hurricane fabric blocks up to 91% — reducing heat gain, protecting from UV, and making a real dent in your cooling costs.

What is Quiet Spring Technology?

Quiet Spring Technology™ is Fenetex’s patented self-adjusting system that keeps screens smooth, taut, and wrinkle-free while operating almost silently. Combined with their molecular-level welded construction — no zippers, adhesives, or stitching to fail — it is why Fenetex backs the screens with a lifetime warranty.

What are motorized exterior screens used for?

They roll down over lanais, patios, and outdoor openings to block sun, glare, heat, insects, and wind-driven rain, turning an exposed patio into a comfortable, shaded outdoor room.

Do exterior screens keep out bugs?

Yes. Insect-mesh screen options keep out mosquitoes and no-see-ums while preserving airflow and your view — a major benefit for Florida evenings.

Can exterior screens provide privacy and shade?

Yes. Depending on the mesh you choose, screens cut solar heat and glare and add daytime privacy while still letting you see out and enjoy the breeze.

Are motorized exterior screens hurricane rated?

Standard sun-and-insect screens are for comfort, not storm protection. We also offer dedicated hurricane-rated screens engineered for wind and debris — ask us which product fits your goal.

How are exterior screens controlled?

Most are motorized with remote, wall switch, or smart-home control, and can include sun or wind sensors that automatically retract or deploy the screens.

Do exterior screens retract out of sight?

Yes. When not in use they roll up into a discreet housing at the top of the opening, keeping your view and architecture clean.

Will exterior screens hold up to salt air and sun?

We use materials and finishes selected for outdoor Florida exposure, including UV-stable mesh and corrosion-resistant components, for long life in coastal conditions.

Can exterior screens lower my patio temperature?

Yes. By blocking direct sun before it hits your patio surfaces, screens noticeably reduce heat and glare, extending how comfortably you can use the space.

How wide of an opening can exterior screens cover?

They are made for large lanai and patio openings; very wide spans may use multiple units. We confirm the configuration during our on-site measure.

Do you install exterior screens, or is it DIY?

We professionally measure and install exterior screens, including coordinating power for motorized units, so they operate reliably and look built-in.

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