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Lovely Porch!

5 years ago

I am trying to decide on materials for our porch and I see you have a Trex floor and I wonder if there is a barrier between it and the subfloor so that it stays clean and bug free? Also what type of windows are these and do they allow for a glass to be installed in winter?

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PRO
Windhill Builders
5 years ago
Thank you and yes, the screen was installed between the deck frame and the decking to keep bugs and animals out. The screens we fabricated out of aluminum frame and screen, they do not have glass. Good luck with your project!
Tracey Homberg
Original Author
5 years ago
Thank you!
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