Why wind matters
A screen is a large, light surface. In gusts it acts like a sail. Wind can stress fabric, tracks and mounting.
Good design and good habits keep it safe.
What ratings mean
Makers test systems under set conditions and publish limits. Real wind is gusty and unpredictable, so treat ratings as limits to stay well under.
We explain the rating for your system.
Track types
Standard tracks guide the fabric. Zip tracks lock the edge in and are better for exposed patios and tall openings.
We recommend by exposure.
Exposure and span
Hilltops and open lots feel more wind than sheltered patios. Wide spans catch more force than narrow ones.
Splitting a wide opening into sections helps.
Sensors and habits
A wind sensor raises screens before gusts exceed limits. The simplest habit is to raise screens whenever strong wind or storms are forecast.
Both together work best.
After a storm
Check fabric, tracks and housings for damage before using the screens again. Small problems are easy to fix early.
Call us if anything looks wrong.
Choose tracks for your exposure, add a wind sensor and raise the screens whenever strong weather is forecast.
