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Our windows are old and do not lend themselves to easy removal of the screens. In fact when I remove a screen I frequently bend it beyond repair. Is there a better more flexible framing material for screens than the aluminum kits from home depot? You'd think better technology would exist.

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How are you removing them? Typically there is space in the track so you can pull up and out to remove it without destroying the frame. – Steven Jun 13 '12 at 15:27
Not in these old ones. It is ridiculously awkward. – Daniel Williams Jun 14 '12 at 4:07
Can you take a picture? That'd help us figure out what you have. On old windows, screens are usually part of the retrofitted storm windows, which are separate from the actual window structure itself. – DA01 Dec 18 '12 at 18:34

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Have a look for wood or plastic window frames. They have a mechanism for screen replacement. crossection of frame Both are very flexible and robust materials. You can remove one side of the frame and replace the screen then.

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I'm not sure what cross sections of insulated glazing have to do with screens. – DA01 Dec 18 '12 at 18:33
The question was about better material than aluminum. – Jonas Stein Dec 18 '12 at 23:09
Ah, I think the OP was referring to seasonal removal, though. Not sure those windows are designed to have the panes removed frequently. – DA01 Dec 18 '12 at 23:22

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