Mosquito net on the door: a multifunctional element for protecting the premises

On a hot summer day, it becomes necessary to open wide the window and door in order to feel the light breath of the wind. However, along with the outside air, a flock of annoying insects strives to get into the house, which by their presence noticeably worsen the comfortable atmosphere in the room. A mosquito net on the door is a reliable protection against uninvited guests. Characterized by simple design and ease of use, the product is an indispensable attribute for any room.

Anti-mosquito net on the door does not spoil the appearance and has a special weave that does not limit the view

Mosquito net on the door: product characteristics and advantages

The anti-mosquito product is a grayish mesh fabric with small cells, which is fixed on a metal profile with a cross section of 53x18mm, which has high technical characteristics. This results in increased product strength and high flexural strength. The design of the mosquito net is represented by the following elements: a fastening cord, frame, impost and corner profiles, connecting components, a plastic or metal holder. The traditional mesh size is 1.1x1.1 mm.

The shape and dimensions of the mesh must fit exactly into the doorway so that the door closes without interference

The mosquito door to the balcony is a barrier not only for annoying insects, but also for poplar fluff, pollen and large debris. The product is characterized by a number of advantages:

• insect impermeability;
• fire resistance;
• resistance to fading;
• increased strength;
• compactness;
• versatility;
• the ability to withstand loads without damaging the product;
• resistance to mechanical stress and atmospheric precipitation;
• wear resistance;
• unremarkable, which does not affect the exterior and interior of the room;
• ease of installation, operation and maintenance.

The mesh door leaf needs periodic cleaning, which should be done with a soft sponge and detergent. It is unacceptable to use aggressive detergents and hard brushes, because they can damage the structure of the cells.

Mosquito nets on the doors are used to protect residents of apartments and country houses from insects

What are the door mosquito nets made of?

Mosquito netting fabric is made of polyester, fiberglass, cotton, nylon with PVC coating. The first option is the most common for the manufacture of balcony door nets. It is represented by a synthetic material that is similar in properties to cotton. Such products are not afraid of moisture, dry quickly, without changing their original appearance. They don't need any special care. Polyester is a durable and lightweight material that does not fade under the influence of sunlight and is not afraid of insects.

Nylon door nets are characterized by strength, wear resistance, elasticity, which prevents damage and tears of the product. The material is lightweight and undemanding to care for. Such products have the lowest cost.

Most often, you can find fiberglass mesh fabrics. This composite polymer material is characterized by lightness, high strength, wear resistance, resistance to abrasion and decay, and durability.

Mosquito netting is made of fiberglass, which is then coated with a rubberized PVC-based compound

The cotton mosquito net is natural and environmentally friendly. The product is air permeable, does not fade in the sun, does not wrinkle and does not require special care. However, such nets are expensive compared to other options.

Hinged mosquito net on the balcony door

In appearance, the product resembles an ordinary window frame mesh, which is distinguished by a more powerful aluminum profile. Such reinforcement is carried out in order to increase the strength of the structure, which has significant dimensions. Meshes are fastened using door hinges and fixing elements. The hinges are installed in an amount of two from the outside of the doorway. The products are characterized by ease of assembly and disassembly, ease of use and maintenance. The swing net can be single, consisting of one sash, and double, with two identical halves.

Helpful advice! Swinging mosquito net is the most acceptable option for living quarters where there are children, since opening and closing such a door for a child will not cause difficulties.

Swing accessories can be installed not only on the doorway of the balcony, but also on the veranda, entrance doors of country houses

A mosquito net on the front door or balcony opening is made to order, which allows you to purchase a product of any shape and size. The structure can be equipped with an additional element in the form of a closer, but this increases the cost of the product. In swinging mosquito doors, vertical or horizontal jumpers can be used, creating rigidity and giving stability to the product, allowing the canvas to be fixed in the open position. You can buy a mosquito net on the door from 1000 rubles.

Sliding mosquito nets on the balcony

The product is suitable for terraces and balconies. The sliding door is controlled according to the sliding door principle. For the frame, plastic or aluminum can be used, which consists of guides and rollers. For smooth movement of doors, the structure is equipped with sliders for easy operation. To increase the rigidity of the structure, imposts are used, which are horizontal or vertical lintels.

The main advantages are the compactness of the product, due to which it does not need additional free space for opening, and the unlimited height of the structure, which can reach 2.5-3 m. However, such a mosquito door is not suitable for all openings. The product is not highly reliable and is characterized by a low level of protection against insects, since it does not fit tightly to the doorway. You can buy a mosquito net on a balcony door from 2500 rubles.

The sliding design of mosquito nets is not only made according to the principle of compartment doors, but also has all their properties

Mosquito net in a roll and pleated door system

Rolling mosquito net is a fabric that is rolled into a roll, which is in a special aluminum box. It can be mounted from the outside above the doorway (which will ensure the vertical movement of the mesh) or from one of the side sides. In this case, the false window sill will move horizontally.

The product moves along special guides attached to the sides or top and bottom, and completely closes the doorway. In this state, it is fixed with an end device. Further, under the influence of spring inertia, the product is easily twisted back to its previous roll position.

To eliminate the possibility of dirt and gaps between the doorway and the mosquito net, as well as to ensure silent sliding of the product, the structure is equipped with a sealing brush. It is installed in the groove of the end profile and frame. The average cost of the product is 4500 rubles. It is better to entrust the installation of a roller shutter mosquito door to a professional.

The pleated mosquito net system is the most simple and convenient to operate

Rolling mosquito doors are characterized by the following advantages:

• the net does not need a special storage space, since it may not be removed all year round;
• the roll system is invisible both from the inside and from the outside, which does not spoil the appearance of the door;
• does not require additional opening space.

The pleated system is fixed on a special frame. The product looks like an accordion when folded, and in the open position it is represented by a rigid door. The canvas can be plain, colored or with a variety of patterns. Mosquito nets on pleated doors are most often used as a protective insect barrier in large openings. You can buy the product from 6000 rubles. Installing a pleated door system requires the use of special tools and special skills. Therefore, for the installation of the product, you should seek help from specialists.

Mosquito net on the door with magnets: design features

The mosquito door net on magnets is installed on the balcony door or the veranda of the summer cottage, being at the same time a reliable and inexpensive solution that provides proper protection of the room from insects. The product is presented in the form of curtains. They are attached along the perimeter of the opening with adhesive tape. The curtains are interconnected by means of multi-polar magnetic inserts, which are sewn into the adjoining edges of each canvas.

The mesh on the door with magnets looks like curtains, along the length of which magnets are placed

The magnet net on the door is easy and quick to install and does not need any special maintenance. A vacuum cleaner can be used for occasional cleaning. Due to the fact that the mesh is impregnated with a special component, it is not afraid of moisture, does not fade or wrinkle, so it can be washed fearlessly. A person does not have to make any special efforts to open it: the product closes itself under the influence of magnetic attraction. For insects, such a net is an insurmountable obstacle.

Magnetic mosquito nets on the door are available in standard sizes for typical doorways, so a product with a non-standard shape and size cannot be selected. The canvas can have various colors, which makes it possible to choose an element for any style of the interior of the room.

There are also hinged door nets with magnets that are hinged on one side of the product. A magnet is mounted on the other side of the canvas. It is recommended to additionally equip the doors with a door closer. You can buy a mosquito net on a balcony door with magnets from 600 rubles.

Mesh flaps made from a lightweight canvas are closed immediately after passing by magnets using the force of gravity

Installing a mosquito net on a door with magnets

Installation of mosquito nets on magnets is a simple and not laborious process, which consists of the following steps:

• remove the product from the packaging;
• cut the connecting tape that holds the two halves of the mesh curtains;
• lay the product on a flat, clean surface;
• stretch two magnetic strips into special holes on the sides of the curtains;
• clean and degrease the slopes of the doorway using special products;
• fix the top and side of the mosquito net to the doorway with Velcro strips or special buttons;
• check for tightness of both halves of the curtains to each other from the top to the bottom edge;
• adjust the net in height so that the gap between the product and the floor does not exceed 2 mm.

Helpful advice! In order for the mosquito net to provide free passage of air inside the room, it should be regularly removed and washed, removing the magnets first.

The top and side of the mosquito net must be tightly attached to the doorway with Velcro strips

The velcro mosquito net is attached to plastic windows, and for wooden windows, special buttons should be used. If the opening of the balcony door turns out to be smaller than the standard dimensions of the mosquito net, its edges can be tucked in or cut with ordinary scissors.

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Innovative models of mosquito nets on the door

In addition to the above designs, there are innovative models that have improved performance characteristics. For pet owners, the anti-cat mosquito door is the ideal solution. The canvas is made of polyester with a fine mesh, it is impregnated with a special compound, which creates a strong and reliable mosquito protection that cannot be damaged by beak, claws and teeth. The color of the product is predominantly black. Animals react to such color as an obstacle, so they will not seek to leave the room. The cost of a mosquito net on the balcony will be 2,000 rubles.

Mosquito nets are diverse in their characteristics and designs, with models being constantly improved

For people with allergies, as well as those who like cleanliness, the anti-dust model is ideal. The canvas is made of the finest polyester threads that form microscopic cells with a size of 0.6-0.8 mm. It is they who prevent the penetration of dust, poplar fluff and pollen into the room. However, such products are characterized by reduced ventilation quality. The average price of a mosquito net on a door will be 2500 rubles.

There are special models of anti-dust nets, which are additionally equipped with a self-cleaning function. It consists in the ability of the product to change the polarity of electric charges. So, for example, a dust particle flying up to the grid changes the charge to the opposite one, due to which it is repelled from the product. In this case, dust and pollen are blocked 100%.

Important! A self-cleaning product is much easier and easier to clean. It is enough to wipe it with a damp sponge - and it will take on its original appearance.

The "anti-dust" mesh is made of very thin polyester threads that create microscopic cells, and they protect from street dust, dirt and pollen

Review of manufacturers of mosquito nets: prices for popular models

The most popular manufacturer of magnetized mosquito nets for doors is Magic Mesh. The products are of high quality, strength, wear resistance and durability.The models have a standard design and consist of two leaves. The products are produced in widths of 100 cm and a height of 210 cm. Eighteen magnets are fixed on the inner edges of each connecting half.

The meshes are available in 7 colors. The magnetically attached mosquito net in the doorway can be secured with a double-sided tape consisting of 12 stickies or 20 nail buttons, which are used for wooden structures. The price of the product is 500-800 rubles.

Buzz Off also specializes in magnet door mosquito nets available in beige, blue, brown and green. Products do not interfere with natural air circulation, show increased resistance to strong gusts of wind. Such nets are attached only to adhesive tape. They are characterized by strength, durability, ease of installation and operation. The kit includes two parts that can be easily folded and transported. The price of a mosquito net on the door is 800-1000 rubles.

The Russian company "May" produces sliding, roll and frame mosquito nets of excellent quality

The manufacturer "Technokon" produces various designs of mosquito doors that can be installed on entrances, balconies, attics and gazebos. The height of the products varies between 70-230 cm, width - 50-180 cm. The nets are white, black and silver. You can buy a product from 2000 rubles.

The Russian company "May" produces sliding, roll and frame mosquito nets for the balcony, the price of which depends on the type and size of the product. The frame for the product is made of an aluminum profile with a section of 52x20 mm, which gives the structure strength and resistance to deformation. The frame is covered with a special colored enamel, which is not peeled off during temperature fluctuations and exposure to sunlight.

Frame models are equipped with hinges with spring mechanisms that ensure a snug fit of the mesh to the doorway. Products are equipped with door closers for automatic door closing. The cost of a mosquito net starts from 2500 rubles.

Mosquito nets from different manufacturers differ from each other both in quality and in price

How to make a mosquito door yourself

You can make a mosquito net on a balcony door with your own hands. The process is not laborious and does not require special skill, and self-design will save money. To do this, you will need a wooden frame and mesh fabric, which can be purchased on a roll. The work is done in this way:

• the door frame is measured to determine the required size of the product;
• two frames are assembled from wooden slats;
• the corners of the products are fastened diagonally using a perforated profile for drywall and self-tapping screws;
• the mesh of the required size is being prepared;
• the mesh cloth is placed on top of one of the wooden frames and fixed in a taut position using buttons with a reinforced mechanism;
• a layer of construction glue or liquid nails is applied to the frame around the perimeter;
• a second frame is placed on top, which is tightly pressed against the frame with a mesh;
• after the glue has completely dried, it is necessary to mount the hinges on one side of the product, and on the other, fix the handle;
• attach magnets to the door profile and to the structure itself;
• hang mosquito doors on hinges attached to the outside of the opening.

It is not difficult to make a mosquito net on the door - you need to make a frame on which the canvas is stretched

A mosquito net on a plastic door or wooden structure is a multifunctional element that is able to protect a room from insects, poplar fluff, dust, pollen, atmospheric precipitation, and at the same time provide effective free air circulation.