Published on April 30, 2025
Fresh air is great for the whole family. Opening up the doors and windows for the sights and sounds of the neighborhood helps boost mental health and lower energy costs.
Having a screen on your front door and back door or windows can help improve passive airflow into your home and reduce the amount of air conditioning you use.
Some homeowners might feel unsure about adding a screen door to your front door if they have kids, but with the new latch stop feature for Phantom door screens with the latching handle, you’ll have peace of mind that you can help prevent any unwanted visitors, sometimes even including family and friends, as well as add a level of security for the younger members of the family so they can’t just simply open the screen door.
The latch stop feature is a seamless addition that doesn’t add any bulk or distraction from your home’s design. Here are 4 ways you can improve your space with Phantom’s new latch stop feature:
Whether they were invited or not, having the latch stop feature can give your home extra security so friends, family, or neighbors can’t simply walk in. This added security is great for families in busy neighborhoods.
If you do invite someone over, you’ll be able to know when they arrive before they come into your home, giving you extra time or space before they enter your home. When they can’t just open your screen, they’ll be forced to ring the doorbell!
The latch stop feature not only prevents people from coming in but also prevents
young children and vulnerable elders from exiting, preventing any accidents from happening on busy streets.
Leaving a door open by accident can cause a pet or child to run out of the house, but with the extra protection of a latch stop, you can easily prevent accident openings from happening. Just be careful not to lock yourself out.
Oops, you locked yourself out? It happens to the best of us. Check out our guide for getting back in, even if your screen is locked.
Already have a Phantom door screen with a latching handle? You can upgrade to have the easy to use latch stop! Or, you’re a first-time Phantom door screen buyer, this is for you! Call your nearest authorized Phantom distributor at 1-888-PHANTOM to upgrade today.
Ask any of our clients and you’ll learn why we offer the Okanagan’s best retractable screens solutions. Whether you want to expand your living space, protect your home from insects or enjoy enhanced natural ventilation or solar shading, Phantom Screens Okanagan has the expertise and screening solutions to fit your needs.
Based in Kelowna, in the beautiful Okanagan Valley, we are the region’s leading supplier of professionally-installed retractable insect screens and retractable solar screens. Custom made to blend seamlessly with your home’s décor we have retractable bug screens for doors, windows or large openings. With a wide range of colours, mesh options and even motorized screens, we have screens for every style of home and budget. So why not give us a call at 1-888-PHANTOM for a FREE estimate?
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