Vintage New York Wire Co. Bronze Insect Screen – 36” x 100’ Roll (Circa 1975–1985)
For sale is an authentic vintage roll of premium bronze window/door insect screening manufactured by New York Wire Co. of Mt. Wolf, Pennsylvania. This is late-20th-century old-stock material (most likely produced between the mid-1970s and mid-1980s), complete with its original heavy cardboard tube and aged shipping box still bearing the classic “VARNISH BRONZE” label and Dallas distribution stamp.
Exact specifications:
• Width: 36 inches
• Length: 100 feet (covers approximately 300 sq. ft.)
• Mesh: 18 × 14
• Wire gauge: .011” commercial bronze (≈90% copper / 10% zinc alloy)
Why this vintage bronze screen is special and valuable:
Unlike modern fiberglass or aluminum screening, true bronze wire mesh was the gold standard for high-end and historic homes for over a century. Over the decades this roll has been stored, the bronze wires have already begun developing their own beautiful natural patina—that soft, warm, aged golden-to-bronze finish that only time can create. This pre-aged patina gives the screen an authentic, character-rich look right out of the box, exactly what restorers and period-home enthusiasts seek. Once installed and exposed to the elements, it will continue to develop a rich, elegant patina that blends perfectly with antique woodwork, copper flashing, and historic architecture—something brand-new bronze simply cannot replicate for years.
This heavy-duty screen is far stronger and more tear-resistant than today’s lightweight alternatives, offers excellent airflow and visibility, and holds up exceptionally well in coastal or humid climates. Perfect for:
• Restoring original screens on historic homes
• Building custom porch enclosures or pet-proof screens
• High-end DIY projects where authenticity and longevity matter
The roll is in excellent usable condition—the mesh is clean, tightly wound, and ready to cut and install. The outer cardboard shows honest vintage wear (creases, scuffs, and a few small holes from decades of storage), but this only adds to the charm and proves it’s genuine old stock.
Rare find—true vintage New York Wire “Varnish Bronze” rolls of this size and era are getting harder to locate. Don’t settle for modern substitutes when you can have the real thing with a head-start patina that only age can provide.
Bid with confidence—this is ready to ship and will arrive exactly as pictured. Feel free to message me with any questions!