Originally Posted by batman911 (Post 478540)

Hideaway screens are convenient but provide no security. If you want security, you will need to install a secure screen door. I have one installed on my front door that has a metal mesh frame across the screen material. You hardly notice it is there but it is strong enough to prevent someone from crashing through the door. The door also has a dead bolt type locking mechanism. There are a lot of contractors and sales people roaming TV neighborhoods.

Originally Posted by Russ_Boston (Post 478753)

I don't think I'd rely on any screen door to offer any real security.

Originally Posted by bkubart (Post 477243)

Does anyone have the phone number of Michele's Hideaway Screens?

Originally Posted by zcaveman (Post 478839)

Which is why I installed a storm door. You can leave the main door open and get the light and see what is going on. And if I decide to open the windows, I can pull down the top part and have a screened portal at the top of my storm door to lt the air flow.

Originally Posted by Russ_Boston (Post 478879)

Makes sense.

Personally I like the retractable since I never felt it would be so cold around here during the day that I need the window portion.

We are very happy with Michelle's also.

Originally Posted by zcaveman (Post 478984)

But with the window portion UP you can leave the A/C on and still have the front door open.

Originally Posted by Russ_Boston (Post 478753)

Just curious - If it is indeed a SCREEN door (even with some metal strips) then couldn't someone just rip the screen and unlock the door? Or do you mean another type of security? Like a child walking through it?

I don't think I'd rely on any screen door to offer any real security.