Outdoor screened canopies offer cool shade and great protection from extreme heat and rain. These canopies also guard against flying insects. They add comfort and elegance to your backyard picnics, barbecues, luxury camping, dining, or any other outdoor event.

Some outdoor screened canopies are made with heavy-duty rip-stop polyethylene material. Zip-in mesh screens, molded pole joints, and hook and loop straps are the common features. Most of them have powder coated steel frame system and are flame retardant. Outdoor screened canopies made with high tech breathable polyethylene and rugged polyester material are also offered for sale.

Outdoor screened canopies with retractable zippered mesh walls are attractive options. Removable zippered mesh walls allow easy conversion to a standard canopy without a screen.

You can also select outdoor screened canopies with heavy-duty polyester taffeta shells, molded poles, and top spider joints. Some outdoor screened canopies feature integrated rope lights which deliver increased light, and are ideal for evening entertainment. Most of them are water resistant and maintenance free.

Outdoor screened canopies are very simple and can be easily assembled. These are available in every price range from under $40 to above $600. Besides being economical, these are durable and lightweight.

A huge selection of outdoor screened canopies in a wide variety of styles, colors, and materials are found in local shops. Many companies are also engaged in selling a great variety of outdoor screened canopies via the Internet.

Easy to follow instructions and stakes are also provided. The carry bag provided along with the canopy allows the user to take the canopy for picnics, to the beach, or lakeside. Most of the manufacturers offer free shipping and warranty programs for their products.