The Ultimate Guide to Choosing fiberglass mosquito net

Comparison of Insect Screen Mesh Materials

Strength, durability, cost and outward visibility are some of the considerations to keep in mind when choosing mesh material. The right mesh material will depend on which factors matter more to you.

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Fiberglass

Fiberglass is one of the most commonly used mesh materials for insect screens. The reason for its popularity is simple &#; it is inexpensive and offers good outward visibility. Fiberglass is also lightweight, flexible and corrosion-resistant. Some manufacturers may coat the fiberglass with PVC to improve its strength.

The greatest disadvantage of fiberglass is that it&#;s not as durable as other mesh materials. It is prone to tearing/fraying at the edges and tends to stretch over time. When exposed to strong sunlight for long periods of time, its strength will deteriorate and discolouration may also occur.

Pros

• Cheap
• Good outward visibility
• Lightweight
• Flexible

Cons

• Prone to tearing/fraying
• Stretches over time
• Not as durable, needs to be replaced more frequently
• Strong UV rays result in discolouration and reduction in strength

Polyester

Polyester mesh has been gaining popularity as an alternative to fiberglass mesh. It is flexible, tear-resistant and less prone to sagging, making it stronger and more durable. It is usually also coated with vinyl, which serves as an additional protective barrier. Polyester mesh coated with a thicker layer of vinyl is often used in pet screens. The thick vinyl coating grants increased resistance to abrasions, which makes it difficult for pets to damage the screen.

A downside of polyester mesh is that the thick coating results in a decrease in outward visibility. It is also more expensive than fiberglass. And if you&#;re opting for vinyl-coated polyester, you&#;ll have to fork out much more.

Pros

• Flexible
• Tear-resistant and less prone to sagging
• Coated polyester is strong and durable
• Vinyl-coated polyester is suitable for pet screens

Cons

• Thick coating can result in decreased outward visibility
• Most expensive out of the non-metal options

Polyethylene (PE) / Polypropylene (PP)

Polyethylene (PE) and polypropylene (PP) are mesh materials that have caught on in recent years. Both plastics are used in a wide variety of applications and are similar in physical properties. When used to make screen mesh, they are commonly available as PE mesh, PP mesh or PE + PP mesh (made with a combination of PE and PP). 

Both PE and PP are strong fabrics that are tear-resistant and less prone to sagging. PE is a good electrical insulator and is slightly sturdier than PP. Meanwhile, PP has a higher chemical resistance and is more lightweight. Both are mildew-resistant and offer good outward visibility. Like the polyester mesh, most PE/PP mesh sold are coated to further enhance their strength and durability. Coated PE/PP mesh is also UV-resistant and waterproof.

While PE/PP mesh has many strengths, one drawback is that they are not suitable for pet screens. The coating on PE/PP mesh is not as thick, which makes it less resistant against scratches and damage caused by pets. PE/PP mesh is also more expensive than fiberglass mesh.

Pros

• Strong and durable
• Lightweight
• Good outward visibility
• Tear resistant and less prone to sagging

Cons

• Costs more than fiberglass mesh
• Not suitable for pet screens

Aluminium

Another material used to make screen mesh is aluminium. While popular in countries such as Australia and the USA, aluminium mesh is rarely seen in Singapore. Aluminium mesh offers superior strength and durability as well as excellent outward visibility. It cannot be torn and its rigidity means you won&#;t have to worry about the screen sagging. The mesh often comes in a protective finish that is corrosion-resistant.

However, as you may have expected, aluminium mesh is very expensive. It may also dent/crease upon heavy impact.

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Pros

• Excellent outward visibility
• Strong and durable
• Sturdy, will not sag
• Resistant to high temperatures

Cons

• Very expensive
• Can be permanently dented/creased upon heavy impact

Stainless Steel

Finally, we have the stainless steel mesh. Stainless steel is the strongest and most durable mesh material available. It is rust- and corrosion-resistant, offers excellent outward visibility and will not stretch or sag. Other than its natural colour, the mesh may also be powder-coated for a black finish which further improves visibility.

The main disadvantage of using stainless steel mesh is the cost. It is easily the most expensive mesh of the lot due to the premium material used. Additionally, the mesh may also dent or kink upon heavy impact.

Pros

• Extremely strong and durable
• Excellent outward visibility
• Corrosion-resistant
• Sturdy, will not sag
• Resistant to high temperatures

Cons

• Most expensive mesh material
• May dent or kink upon heavy impact

Everyone wants to make a safe and comfortable living place and be spatially protected from mosquitoes and other insects. Especially for kids, mosquito bites can cause itching and other infections. Sometimes the young people also felt the itching due to the bite, and their lovely evening and night turned into a nightmare. When we are thinking of keeping these pests at bay, we also have to consider fresh air and natural light. That&#;s why people choose high-quality mosquito nets for windows and doors to make their place safe without stopping the natural feel. Below is an ultimate guide that helps you identify the best mosquito net, fly net, or screen for your project.

Types of Mosquito nets, fly nets, or screens:

• Fibreglass Mosquito / Fly Net: Fiberglass material is used to weave the net and is highly durable in harsh weather conditions, rust, and corrosion. This type of fiber mosquito wire mesh, or fly net, is suitable for windows and doors in areas where the windows or doors are intact directly or exposed to rain and sunlight.
  
• Epoxy-coated Mosquito Net: epoxy-coated net is a unique selection for cost-effective window and door screens where the strength of the mesh is not compromised. It is an epoxy coating on metal mesh like MS wire mesh, Stainless steel wire mesh, and aluminium wire mesh screens. This is an excellent choice if you want a colorful window and door screen as per your interior collection.
   
• Stainless Steel Mosquito or Fly Net: This is also known as a stainless steel window screen. It comes in different grades like SS304, SS304L, SS316, SS316L, etc. It is ideal for high-security protection from mosquitoes, pets, flies, and unauthorised access. It&#;s very famous due to its long-lasting presence.
  
• Aluminium Mosquito or Fly Net: Aluminium wire is used to weave aluminium windows or door screens. It&#;s a plain-weave type of wire mesh. It is lightweight and easy to maintain and ship. This is very popular in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, and Ras Al Khaimah, as well as other cities of the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf regions like Oman, Qatar, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, etc. This is the perfect selection for hot weather and the Gulf region.
  
• GI Mosquito or fly screen: GI wire is used to produce this type of window screen. As per the pricing is very competitive and best selection for indoor net.

• Considerations facts which help to select the Best Mosquito or Fly Net:
  
  • Size and flexibility:  It&#;s very difficult to measure sizes for windows & doors accurately to fix it properly. The net should be flexible and completely cover all openings and there should not be any gap to enter the mosquito or fly net. It should be easily customizable as per required window and door sizes.
    
  • Quality of material: Always select the high-quality material as per requirement condition. Calculate the installation & accessories cost if you are looking for a competitive price instead of quality material. So always give the preference to high-quality material like stainless steel net or wire mesh.
    
  • Wire Mesh Density: The wire mesh density or mesh size is playing a crucial role. It is a very important factor to select the perfect net to keep out tiny insects, like midges, from our living space. The minimum holes to select a perfect mesh should be 256 per square inch.
    
• Popular mesh sizes and specification:
  

• Installation Options:
  
  • Fixed Frame: This type of installation mainly used at home, villa, hotels etc. the wire net customized as per the window or door frame and permanently fixed with other accessories. You can not remove them without opening the frame.
    
  • Roll-up wire Net: the window screen for mosquito or fly used in a smart way with roll-up and roll down with help of a roller machine which is installed on the top of window or door.it is very easy to use.
    
  • Using Magnetic Strip: The Magnetic strip is attached with mosquito or fly net to fix on windows or doors. Due to easy removal, it&#;s easy to clean and maintain as well.

          Additional Features:

• UV Resistance: In Gulf countries due to direct exposure to sunlight, it is required that the window screen should be UV resistant, so it can exist for a longer time.
• Fire Resistance: The mosquito or fly screen should be fire resistant due to safety reasons. 
• Child and Pet Safety: we have to consider the strength and safety measures for those families who have kids and pets at their home. 
• Knife Shear Test: Australia introduces a standard for Knife test which is AS-. This type of certified window screen is used in security areas where your home and your life is not secure. In this test a machine tries to scratch or break a window screen or door mesh.

Conclusion: the good selection of mosquito wire mesh or fly screen gives you a great experience and improves your living standures.it saves you from not only dangerous insects as well from unauthorized access as well. So at the time of selecting fly screen or insect mesh for your window screen or door screen, it&#;s necessary to check above factors like size, suitable material, installation guidance, wire mesh size etc. with the right selection of wire mesh for your windows and doors, your previous home  will be free from mosquito, flies and other insects.

SRK Metals is a trustworthy supplier in the Gulf region especially United Arab Emirates(UAE) for mosquito screen or fly screen. 

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LENGTH/ROLL in METERS: 30m , 25m , 20m, 15m

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