Phanthom screens can make and install large roll down screen walls. The large ones are motorized. Here are some of the specs. for the large roll down screens: * * * (cut and pasted from http://www.phantomscreens.com/products/execspecs.html) Executive features Fits most oversized applications Retracts out of sight when not in use Adaptable and versatile Remote controlled at the touch of a button Optional manual retraction system Complete ventilation Keeps pests at bay Enhances privacy Popular, designer colors Variety of screening and shading options to suit your needs Professional service and installation Limited Lifetime Warranty Adaptable to your needs Executive Motorized Screen Sizes Width ......... Pull Length 40" to 25' ..... 2' to 16' Executive Manual Screen Sizes* Width ......... Pull Length 18" to 19' ..... 2' to 11' *Not all mesh options are available in all sizes. A choice of colors Executive Screens are currently available in White, Brown, Almond, Bronze, Sandal Wood and Driftwood Beige. Classic White Rideau Brown Slivered Almond Bronze Sandal Wood Driftwood Beige A variety of options The Executive Screen has a variety of screening and shading options to enhance your home's unique features: Insect screen: Reduces up to 55% of UV rays and is recommended for large openings and to keep bugs out. Solar Screen: Blocks the sun's heat and glare by up to 75% while keeping pesky insects out. Premium Solar Screen: Offers substantial shading and reduces fading by blocking up to 80% of UV rays. Privacy Screen: A complete block-out material that provides up to 100% blockage of UV rays. Ideal for home theatre rooms. * * * Katy Here is a link that might be useful: Phanthom screens

I have what I think is the same aggregate for my driveway (1969 home). I am thinking about getting stamped concrete put directly on top of my existing driveway. They use an abrasive cleanser, then pour a thin layer of concrete over the existing, make designs with a trowel or rubber stamp and then stain it. It is a great option, especially if you want to set chairs on the patio and don't like to rock from the uneven flagstone. If you do it yourself, careful with the stain, it is a one shot deal and my wife wishes I would have found that out before I did our front porch. -joe

We had the same reaction to cost when looking at windows and doors over the years but have learned to see it from another perspective. We live in our homes for a long time, may be 20+ years. We are in the house at least 14 hours a day during the week and often 24 hours a day on weekends and holidays. The house needs to keep us relatively safe and comfortable. If possible, it ought to be a living space that we can enjoy. With that in mind, a $5000 slider really is not that expensive. Most of us change cars every 2, 3, 5 or 10 years? Each car is progressively more expensive, there is also the insurance, maintenance, gas and tires and yet we hardly notice the amount of cash invested. How many hours do we spend in a car? A good door once installed properly can last 20+ years easily. $5000 for a slider, installed, sounds reasonable if it includes appropriate low-E coating for your region and is filled with argon gas. We got the same estimate from a Milgard shop for a 9-ft opening. If this slider is of high quality and can reliably enhance your living environment for years to come, it will be worth every penny. Good luck!

OK, they just left. I am happy to say this finally brings my thread to its ending. I hope this thread ends up helping other people when they encounter issues during their install. While I may of vented here at times, I was never disrespectful to the company providing their services. Even today after they were done, we sat around, talked and drank some water I offered before they left. This was probably one of the nicest group of guys I have ever hired, unfortunately we ran into a lot of roadblocks. Not only was there some install quality issues, but I had 5 panels of glass that arrived with large factory defects that was completely out of their control. When you combine everything, it just felt like a lot to deal with. I will post up some final images. All flashing was done properly this time, and they redid the exterior trim and added wood behind the trim as before it was just hollow without support which is why it started separating. I am now happy and just wish this could of been done the first time. I just left my review for the company involved and gave them 5 stars. While it took 5 visits to get all this corrected, they never disrespected me, and always responded to everything. That is a sign of a good company. I told them I never tried to be difficult, but I wanted to be sure I protect my biggest investment which is my home. Thank you to everyone who helped me along the way, I appreciate all of the support/guidance/advice your provided. Have a great summer!