The garage is often rendered an
underused space, its main purpose typically limited to storage or for vehicle shelter. With homeowners trying
to maximize the usable space in their homes, it can be inefficient to assign the garage solely with the job
of housing cars, tools and extra junk.
This is where garage renovations come into play. Homeowners have started to find ways to transform the garage
into a more accessible and usable space. With the installation of a screen-door system, the garage can also
be embraced as a livable space — an extension of the home that provides the union of indoor space with
outdoor living.
The Breezy Living Screens system is designed to provide natural ventilation and to create additional outdoor
living space in the garage. It is a fully retractable screen that can be installed with new and existing
garage doors.
Collier Spring Manufacturing Inc. is the manufacturer of Breezy Living Screens in Canada. Sales manager Steve
Trepanier understands that the idea of a garage being more than a garage is appealing to homeowners.
The screens are “a high-quality product that provides additional living space in an economical way, without
having to go through a full renovation,” he says, noting they can also be an added bonus to help complete a
renovation.
The screens are easy to use, practical and affordable. They are easily lowered by hand, with no wires or
remotes to deal with, and they do not consume energy. The screen is installed within an existing garage and
is hidden from view when it is not in use, which is beneficial if you do not wish to disrupt the look of your
home.
Trepanier explains that the Breezy Living Screen is ideal for Canadian weather.
“[It’s a] fibreglass screen with an aluminum-extruded, powder-coated frame,” he says. This means it will
stand up against harsh weather and winds.
There are other screen-door options on the market, ranging from products with Velcro loop-and-hook
attachments to higher-end retractable screens, says Trepanier, but he believes what sets Breezy Screens apart
is that it provides an addition to the garage without interfering with its functionality.
“It doesn’t inhibit the operation of the existing garage door; being fully retractable and not having a track
across the floor it allows clear access to the garage,” he says. The “man-door” allows an individual to walk
in and out of the garage without having to lift the screen. In addition, a privacy screen option is being
developed.
The Breezy Living Screen systems transforms the garage into a livable space without compromising on the
privacy and security provided by a garage door. Professionally designed, it can help make garage living a
breeze.
For more information or to find a licensed dealer, visit breezylivingscreens.com. •
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Courtesy: Arrow Tru-Line Inc.
