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Pet Screen vs Tuff Screen

What is the Difference between Pet Screen and Tuff Screen?

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One of the most common questions we receive is, “What’s the difference between Pet Screen and Tuff Screen?” Here's a breakdown:

Phifer PetScreen®

Phifer’s PetScreen is 7x stronger than standard fiberglass screen, designed to resist tears and punctures from dogs and cats. It’s ideal for high-traffic areas and can be used in window screens, screen doors, and porches.

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Technical Specs:
Yarn Diameter: .025" Warp / .025"
Weight: 11.6 oz/sq yd
Thickness: .036"
Bond Strength: 40 lb
Openness: 36%
Mullen Bursting Strength: 538 psi
Mesh Count: Available on request
Made in USA

Sizes & Colors: Available in 36", 48", 60", 72" and 96" widths. Standard colors are Grey and Black. 72" and 96" come in Black only. Roll lengths range from 84" DIY rolls to 100' rolls.

Pet Screen Black Pet Screen Gray
Phifer Pet Screen - Black Phifer Pet Screen - Gray

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Benefits:
  • Available in 25', 50', and 100' rolls
  • Perfect for homes with pets that damage screens
  • Available in Black and Grey
  • Stronger than TuffScreen®

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Phifer TuffScreen®

TuffScreen is a heavy-duty, vinyl-coated polyester mesh—3x stronger than standard fiberglass. It resists tears, punctures, and damage from pets, children, and weather. Installs like regular screen, with superior durability.

Technical Specs:
Yarn Diameter: .018" Warp / .018"
Weight: 7 oz/sq yd
Thickness: .026"
Bond Strength: 42 lb
Openness: 35%
Mullen Bursting Strength: 305 psi
Composition: Vinyl on Polyester
Mesh Count: Available on request
Made in USA

Sizes & Colors: Comes in 36", 48", 60", 72", 84", and 96" widths. Special orders available in 120" and 132" widths. Standard color: Black. Only available in 100' rolls.

Tuff Screen Product
Phifer Tuff Screen

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Benefits:
  • Thinner with better visibility than PetScreen®
  • Available in wider widths (up to 132")
  • Ideal for pool and patio enclosures
  • Holds up to wind, weather, golf balls, pets, and more
  • Heavy-Duty Screen Sample$3.50

    Phifer Pet Screen, Tuff Screen & Tuff Screen No-See-Um Included