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What Is a ClearView Conversion?
Open up your view without starting over. Here’s exactly what a ClearView conversion is, how it differs from a re-screen, and whether your enclosure is a good candidate.
By T&M Aluminum · Venice, FL · Updated October 2026
The Short Answer
ClearView Conversion, Defined
A ClearView conversion upgrades an existing pool cage or screen enclosure to a more open, modern design with fewer visual obstructions. It opens up your view of the yard, pool, or water and gives the enclosure a contemporary look — without the cost of building a brand-new structure.
Key Takeaways
- A ClearView conversion changes the enclosure’s design — a re-screen only replaces the screen.
- The goal is fewer visual obstructions and a more contemporary look.
- It works for both pool cages and screen enclosures.
- Not every enclosure is a candidate — T&M assesses the frame on site first.
What’s Involved
What a ClearView Conversion Involves
“Clear view” is used loosely online, so here is how T&M Aluminum approaches it. A ClearView conversion starts with the enclosure you already have and redesigns it to remove the visual clutter that makes an older cage feel closed in.
- Assessment. A T&M representative evaluates your existing frame, its condition, and how it’s attached to your home.
- Design. Using laser measurements and 2D AutoCAD, we design an updated layout that maximizes your outdoor views with clear panels and fewer obstructions.
- Engineering & permitting. If the work changes the structure, T&M handles the engineering and permit application.
- Installation. Our own employees complete the conversion — no subcontractor hand-offs.
Know Your Options
ClearView Conversion vs. Re-Screen vs. New Enclosure
| Re-Screen | ClearView Conversion | New Enclosure | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What changes | Screen only | Design of the enclosure, for fewer obstructions | Everything — a new custom structure |
| Existing frame | Kept as-is | Kept and updated | Removed and replaced |
| Best when | Frame is sound; screen is torn, worn, or discolored | Frame is sound; view or style feels dated | Frame is damaged, failing, or the layout no longer fits |
| Result | Like-new screen, same look | Open, modern look and better views | Fully custom design |
Not sure which you need? Our rescreen vs. replace guide walks through the signs, or request a free assessment.
Is It Right for You?
Who Benefits Most From a ClearView Conversion
- Waterfront and canal-front homes where the view is the reason you bought the house.
- Golf course and preserve lots with open landscape behind the pool.
- Older enclosures that work fine but look dated or feel boxed in.
- Homeowners preparing to sell who want a cleaner, more contemporary backyard.
Built to last: every T&M project, including conversions, is attached to your home with our Moment Connection method for added strength in adverse weather.
Frequently Asked Questions
ClearView Conversions: Common Questions
A ClearView conversion upgrades an existing pool cage or screen enclosure to a more open, modern design with fewer visual obstructions. It improves the view of your yard, pool, or landscape and gives the enclosure a more contemporary look without starting from scratch.
No. A re-screen replaces worn or damaged screen on an existing frame and keeps the same design. A ClearView conversion changes the design of the enclosure itself to open up sightlines and reduce visual obstructions.
It depends on the existing frame's condition and design. T&M Aluminum evaluates your current enclosure during a free site visit and recommends whether a ClearView conversion, a re-screen, or a new enclosure is the best fit.
Homeowners with views worth seeing, such as water, golf course, preserve, or landscaped yards, and anyone whose enclosure looks dated or feels closed in. Conversions work for both pool cages and screen enclosures.
A cleaner, more contemporary enclosure design improves curb appeal and how your outdoor space looks and feels, which many homeowners see as an investment in the property.
Request a free quote at tmaluminum.com/free-quote or call (941) 484-4201. A T&M representative will assess your current enclosure and show you design options.
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