LUME is an authorized MagnaTrack dealer serving Austin, TX and the surrounding metro. MagnaTrack motorized screens are retractable, cable-tensioned screen systems that deploy at the push of a button — protecting your outdoor space from insects, sun, wind, and rain while disappearing completely when not in use. Unlike zipper-track systems that fail under wind pressure and require frequent service calls, MagnaTrack’s patented magnetic self-tensioning design eliminates 98% of common service issues. LUME installs MagnaTrack on new pergola projects and as a standalone upgrade to any existing covered patio, outdoor kitchen, or porch across the Austin metro.
Why Austin Homeowners Choose MagnaTrack
Austin’s outdoor living season is almost year-round — but “almost” is doing a lot of work. From April through October, mosquitoes and insects make uncovered patios miserable after dark. From June through September, afternoon sun and heat make them miserable during the day. And from spring through fall, afternoon storms arrive fast with little warning.
Most homeowners address one of these problems at a time. A pergola handles the sun. Bug spray handles the insects. Nothing handles the storm. MagnaTrack addresses all three in a single system — and it does it without permanently enclosing your outdoor space or compromising the view when screens aren’t needed.
At the touch of a button, screens deploy from concealed housing above the opening. When retracted, the system is virtually invisible — no mesh silhouette, no visible hardware, no compromise to the open feel of the space. It’s the difference between a screen porch that feels closed in and a patio that happens to have screens available when you need them.
How MagnaTrack Works
Standard motorized screens use a zipper track — the fabric edge locks into a channel with a zipper bead. Under wind pressure, the zipper separates. The screen blows out, rewraps, and requires a service call to fix. In Austin’s afternoon storm conditions, this happens repeatedly.
MagnaTrack replaces the zipper with rare-earth neodymium magnets. The screen edge is held by magnetic tension — strong enough to keep the screen sealed under wind pressure, but designed to release and re-tension as conditions change. When wind pushes the screen, the magnets flex rather than fail. When the wind subsides, the screen re-tensions automatically. No service call required.
The result is a system that handles Austin’s weather without intervention — and that’s what makes the difference for homeowners who actually use their outdoor spaces daily.
System Specifications
| Feature | MagnaTrack |
|---|---|
| Operation | Motorized — remote, app, or smart home integration |
| Maximum width | Up to 30 feet per opening |
| Maximum height | Up to 24 feet |
| Track system | Patented magnetic self-tensioning — no zippers |
| Wind performance | Designed for high-wind environments — self-correcting under pressure |
| Fabric options | Insect screen, solar mesh, vinyl, blackout — multiple opacity levels |
| Hardware colors | White, ivory, beige, silver pearl, bronze, night sky — custom available |
| Smart home | Compatible with Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, Control4 |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime on hardware, 15 years on screens, 5 years on motors |
| Service issues eliminated | 98% vs. zipper/fixed track systems |
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What LUME Installs MagnaTrack On
Azenco Pergola Systems
MagnaTrack integrates directly into Azenco’s R-Blade and R-Breeze structural channels — the screen housing conceals within the pergola’s profile, and the tracks run flush with the columns. When screens are retracted, they disappear into the structure. The result is a complete outdoor room: louvered roof control overhead, motorized screen enclosure on the sides. This is the most requested configuration on LUME’s larger residential projects in Westlake Hills, Bee Cave, and Lakeway.
Existing Covered Patios
MagnaTrack retrofits to virtually any existing covered structure — attached patio covers, detached pavilions, covered porches, outdoor kitchens. If you have a covered outdoor space that’s underused because of insects, sun, or weather, MagnaTrack addresses all three without a full renovation. The system mounts to existing framing and is fully removable. Most retrofit installations complete in one day.
Commercial Spaces
Restaurant patios, hotel outdoor dining areas, HOA amenity spaces, and corporate campus outdoor areas. Commercial MagnaTrack installations extend the usable season for revenue-generating outdoor spaces — a screened restaurant patio operates 11 months instead of 7. Commercial screens are available up to 26 feet wide and 16 feet tall and are designed for high-traffic, high-use environments. See our commercial outdoor living page for more detail.
MagnaTrack Across Austin
LUME installs MagnaTrack screens across the entire Austin metro. The neighborhoods with the highest demand are those with the combination of significant insect pressure, premium outdoor living investment, and homeowners who use their outdoor spaces seriously:
- Westlake Hills — West-facing hillside properties with significant outdoor living investment. MagnaTrack completes the outdoor room that Azenco starts.
- Bee Cave — Lake Travis proximity means mosquito pressure is among the highest in the metro. MagnaTrack is a standard addition on nearly every Bee Cave project.
- Lakeway — Waterfront and lake-view properties where insect pressure and evening wind both make screens essential.
- Dripping Springs — Acreage properties with open-air exposure. Hill country evenings are exceptional — and full of insects from April through October.
- Barton Creek — Greenbelt-adjacent properties where privacy and insect protection are both relevant.
- Tarrytown, Steiner Ranch, Circle C Ranch — Established neighborhoods with mature outdoor spaces ready for a screen upgrade.
Investment
MagnaTrack screen pricing is based on the exact dimensions of each opening. Based on LUME’s current pricing, a single screen opening ranges from approximately $3,900 for a small opening to $13,200+ for a maximum-width 30-foot screen — with most residential openings falling between $5,000 and $8,500 installed, including tax.
| Opening Width | Opening Height | Approximate Price Installed (incl. tax) |
|---|---|---|
| 4’–8′ | 7’–10′ | $3,900–$5,000 |
| 8’–12′ | 8’–12′ | $4,735–$6,055 |
| 12’–16′ | 10’–14′ | $5,686–$8,039 |
| 16’–20′ | 10’–16′ | $6,415–$9,432 |
| 20’–26′ | 12’–20′ | $8,636–$12,150 |
| 26’–30′ | 15’–20′ | $10,965–$13,248 |
Pricing above is for solar mesh fabric with tax included. Vinyl fabric, insect screen, and custom configurations are priced at the site visit. Most residential projects involve two to four openings. Every LUME proposal is itemized with precise, non-rounded pricing — no allowances, no surprises at installation. The site visit and quote are complimentary.
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Why Austin Homeowners Choose MagnaTrack
Austin’s outdoor living season is almost year-round — but “almost” is doing a lot of work. From April through October, mosquitoes and insects make uncovered patios miserable after dark. From June through September, afternoon sun and heat make them miserable during the day. And from spring through fall, afternoon storms arrive fast with little warning.
Most homeowners address one of these problems at a time. A pergola handles the sun. Bug spray handles the insects. Nothing handles the storm. MagnaTrack addresses all three in a single system — and it does it without permanently enclosing your outdoor space or compromising the view when screens aren’t needed.
At the touch of a button, screens deploy from concealed housing above the opening. When retracted, the system is virtually invisible — no mesh silhouette, no visible hardware, no compromise to the open feel of the space. It’s the difference between a screen porch that feels closed in and a patio that happens to have screens available when you need them.
How MagnaTrack Works
Standard motorized screens use a zipper track — the fabric edge locks into a channel with a zipper bead. Under wind pressure, the zipper separates. The screen blows out, rewraps, and requires a service call to fix. In Austin’s afternoon storm conditions, this happens repeatedly.
MagnaTrack replaces the zipper with rare-earth neodymium magnets. The screen edge is held by magnetic tension — strong enough to keep the screen sealed under wind pressure, but designed to release and re-tension as conditions change. When wind pushes the screen, the magnets flex rather than fail. When the wind subsides, the screen re-tensions automatically. No service call required.
The result is a system that handles Austin’s weather without intervention — and that’s what makes the difference for homeowners who actually use their outdoor spaces daily.
System Specifications
| Feature | MagnaTrack |
|---|---|
| Operation | Motorized — remote, app, or smart home integration |
| Maximum width | Up to 30 feet per opening |
| Maximum height | Up to 24 feet |
| Track system | Patented magnetic self-tensioning — no zippers |
| Wind performance | Designed for high-wind environments — self-correcting under pressure |
| Fabric options | Insect screen, solar mesh, vinyl, blackout — multiple opacity levels |
| Hardware colors | White, ivory, beige, silver pearl, bronze, night sky — custom available |
| Smart home | Compatible with Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, Control4 |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime on hardware, 15 years on screens, 5 years on motors |
| Service issues eliminated | 98% vs. zipper/fixed track systems |
Ready to see MagnaTrack on your property?
Schedule a Consultation →
What LUME Installs MagnaTrack On
Azenco Pergola Systems
MagnaTrack integrates directly into Azenco’s R-Blade and R-Breeze structural channels — the screen housing conceals within the pergola’s profile, and the tracks run flush with the columns. When screens are retracted, they disappear into the structure. The result is a complete outdoor room: louvered roof control overhead, motorized screen enclosure on the sides. This is the most requested configuration on LUME’s larger residential projects in Westlake Hills, Bee Cave, and Lakeway.
Existing Covered Patios
MagnaTrack retrofits to virtually any existing covered structure — attached patio covers, detached pavilions, covered porches, outdoor kitchens. If you have a covered outdoor space that’s underused because of insects, sun, or weather, MagnaTrack addresses all three without a full renovation. The system mounts to existing framing and is fully removable. Most retrofit installations complete in one day.
Commercial Spaces
Restaurant patios, hotel outdoor dining areas, HOA amenity spaces, and corporate campus outdoor areas. Commercial MagnaTrack installations extend the usable season for revenue-generating outdoor spaces — a screened restaurant patio operates 11 months instead of 7. Commercial screens are available up to 26 feet wide and 16 feet tall and are designed for high-traffic, high-use environments. See our commercial outdoor living page for more detail.
MagnaTrack Across Austin
LUME installs MagnaTrack screens across the entire Austin metro. The neighborhoods with the highest demand are those with the combination of significant insect pressure, premium outdoor living investment, and homeowners who use their outdoor spaces seriously:
- Westlake Hills — West-facing hillside properties with significant outdoor living investment. MagnaTrack completes the outdoor room that Azenco starts.
- Bee Cave — Lake Travis proximity means mosquito pressure is among the highest in the metro. MagnaTrack is a standard addition on nearly every Bee Cave project.
- Lakeway — Waterfront and lake-view properties where insect pressure and evening wind both make screens essential.
- Dripping Springs — Acreage properties with open-air exposure. Hill country evenings are exceptional — and full of insects from April through October.
- Barton Creek — Greenbelt-adjacent properties where privacy and insect protection are both relevant.
- Tarrytown, Steiner Ranch, Circle C Ranch — Established neighborhoods with mature outdoor spaces ready for a screen upgrade.
Investment
MagnaTrack screen pricing is based on the number and size of openings. A single screen opening typically ranges from $4,000–$6,000 installed. Most residential projects involve two to four openings — a typical project investment of $8,000–$20,000. Commercial installations vary based on scale.
Every LUME proposal is itemized with precise, non-rounded pricing. No allowances, no surprises at installation. The site visit is complimentary — we measure every opening, assess the mounting conditions, and provide a fixed price before any commitment.
LUME installs MagnaTrack screens on new pergola projects and as standalone upgrades to existing outdoor spaces across Austin, Westlake Hills, Bee Cave, Lakeway, Dripping Springs, Barton Creek, and the surrounding metro.
Frequently Asked Questions — MagnaTrack Screens Austin
What makes MagnaTrack different from other motorized screens?
The patented magnetic self-tensioning system. Standard motorized screens use a zipper track that fails under wind pressure — the zipper separates, the screen blows out, and a service call is required. MagnaTrack uses rare-earth neodymium magnets that hold the screen under tension but flex under wind pressure rather than failing. When wind subsides the screen re-tensions automatically. This eliminates 98% of the service issues common with zipper and fixed-track systems.
Can MagnaTrack be added to an existing patio cover?
Yes. MagnaTrack retrofits to virtually any existing covered structure — attached patio covers, detached pavilions, covered porches, and outdoor kitchens. The system mounts to existing framing. Most retrofit installations complete in one day. We assess the mounting conditions during the site visit and confirm compatibility before any commitment.
How much do MagnaTrack screens cost in Austin?
A single screen opening typically ranges from $4,000–$6,000 installed, depending on size. Most residential projects involve two to four openings — a typical project investment of $8,000–$20,000. Every LUME proposal is itemized with precise pricing. The site visit and quote are complimentary.
Do MagnaTrack screens work with smart home systems?
Yes. MagnaTrack is compatible with Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and Control4. Screens can be controlled via remote, app, or integrated into your existing home automation system. Scheduling and scene-based automation are available — for example, screens can be programmed to deploy automatically at sunset.
Can MagnaTrack screens handle Austin wind and storms?
Yes — this is specifically what the magnetic self-tensioning system is designed for. Under wind pressure, the screen edge flexes rather than blowing out. When pressure subsides, the magnets re-tension the screen. The system is rated for high-wind environments and is designed for the afternoon storm conditions common in Austin from spring through fall.
Does LUME install MagnaTrack on commercial properties?
Yes. LUME installs MagnaTrack on restaurant patios, HOA amenity areas, hotel outdoor spaces, and corporate campuses across Austin. Commercial screens are available up to 26 feet wide and 16 feet tall. We provide full commercial bid documentation and coordinate with your facilities team or general contractor.