When planning a porch enclosure, homeowners often ask about screen color options. In reality, porch enclosure screens are manufactured in a charcoal color, and for good reason.
At Lafferty Aluminum & Screening, we install charcoal porch screens because they provide the best balance of visibility, comfort, durability, and performance—especially in Florida’s climate.
Porch screens are charcoal because the darker color reduces glare, improves outward visibility, blends with outdoor views, and hides dirt better than lighter screens.
Charcoal screens reduce glare and reflection, making it easier to see outward toward your yard, pool, or landscape while remaining unobtrusive from inside the porch.
The darker mesh filters harsh sunlight, creating a more comfortable environment—ideal for relaxing, dining, or entertaining.
Charcoal screens visually “disappear” against natural backgrounds like trees, grass, and sky, enhancing the indoor-outdoor connection.
Charcoal mesh hides:
This helps your screen porch look cleaner between routine maintenance.
Charcoal screens are engineered to perform well in:
They maintain clarity and durability over time.
Even though the screen color is always charcoal, you still have design flexibility through:
These elements play the biggest role in the final aesthetic of your porch enclosure.
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Yes. Standard porch screening is manufactured in charcoal because it offers the best performance and visibility.
Light screens cause glare, reduce visibility, and show dirt more easily.
No. They reduce glare but still allow plenty of natural light and airflow.
Yes. Individual panels can be repaired or rescreened as needed.
They provide subtle daytime privacy by limiting inward visibility while preserving outward views.
Charcoal screens aren’t a limitation—they’re a design advantage. When paired with quality framing and thoughtful enclosure design, they create a clean, comfortable, and visually appealing outdoor space.
Contact Lafferty Aluminum & Screening today to learn more about screen porch enclosures and professional charcoal screen installation.
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