How Pella Screens Compare — InView® vs. Hidden Screen® vs. Rolscreen® (Try Them in Our Showroom)
🟦 1️⃣ Pella InView® Screen — The Standard, High-Visibility Option
✔ What it is:
For those interested in a Pella screen comparison, Pella’s high-visibility mesh screen is designed for maximum airflow and fewer obstructions.
✔ What homeowners like:
- Excellent clarity
- More visibility than standard mesh
- Strong airflow
- Durable and affordable
✔ Best for:
- Double-hung windows
- Casements
- Budget-friendly upgrades
- Bedrooms & living spaces
🤝 In the Showroom, You’ll Notice:
- The mesh feels smooth but firm
- The visibility is clearer than that of typical screens
- The frame is lightweight but strong
Ideal for homeowners who want a clean, standard screen that looks better than typical builder-grade.
🟧 2️⃣ Pella Hidden Screen™ — The Fold-Away Hidden Screen
✔ What it is:
The Pella Hidden Screen™ is a fold-away retractable screen that disappears into the frame when not in use, providing a clean, open view and eliminating the need for manual removal or storage.
This option is available on:
- Pella Lifestyle Series
- Pella 250 Series
- Pella 350 Series
- Select Pella casements
✔ Why La Grange homeowners love it:
- Screen folds smoothly into the frame
- Entirely hidden when the window is closed
- Great for black interior windows
- No removing/screens to store
- Looks clean and uncluttered
- Perfect for homes that value views or design
✔ Best for:
- Modern homes
- Black interior window designs
- Homes facing yards, gardens, and parks
- Homeowners who want no visible screen
🤝 In the Showroom, You’ll Notice:
- Ultra-smooth folding motion
- The screen disappears into a slim recess
- No visible mesh or frame when stowed
- Much quieter and smoother than traditional retractables
This is the screen for homeowners who prioritize clean lines, modern design, and unobstructed views.
🟩 3️⃣ Pella Rolscreen® — The Premium Retractable Screen System
✔ What it is:
Pella’s signature retractable screen appears when you open the window and disappears when closed, offering a premium, luxurious feel to your home.
✔ Why it’s unique:
- Automatically retracts
- No manual rolling
- No seasonal removal
- Keeps interiors clean and clutter-free
✔ Best for:
- Casement windows
- Sliding patio doors
- Pella Reserve / Lifestyle homeowners
- Families who never want to deal with seasonal screens
🤝 In the Showroom, You’ll Notice:
- The “magic” effect of the screen appearing/disappearing
- A softer, smoother roll than HiddenRoll
- A premium feel, especially with wood interiors
This is Pella’s most premium screen system — homeowners LOVE it once they try it.
📊 Side-by-Side Comparison Chart
| Screen Type | InView® | Hidden Screen™ (Fold-Away) | Rolscreen® |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Ease of Use | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Retractable | No | Yes (fold-away) | Yes (automatic) |
| Aesthetic | Standard | Ultra-clean | Premium |
| Best For | Traditional use | Modern & minimal | Premium upgrades |
| Black Interiors | ✔ OK | ✔✔ Excellent | ✔ Excellent |
🏢 Experience All Three in Our Showroom — See the Difference Immediately and Get Excited About Your Window Upgrade. Screens are one of those things you can’t decide on from pictures.
But in the Valdicass Showroom, you can:
✔ Open & close each screen
✔ Retract and deploy HiddenRoll + Rolscreen
✔ Compare visibility, airflow, and smoothness
✔ Match screens to window color and style
✔ Ask a Pella-certified expert for recommendations
📍 Valdicass Showroom
8920 W 47th St., Brookfield, IL
📞 708-255-5231
Walk-ins welcome · Appointments encouraged for full demos

