With the onset of warm weather, the question arises of protecting the apartment from the penetration of various insects through open windows and doors. And if in the case of windows it is possible to install mosquito nets, then until now there have been no such effective devices for doors. However, not so long ago special curtains with magnets for use in doorways appeared on sale.
Product appearance
With the onset of the warm season, windows and doors almost never close. But, as everyone well knows, not only poplar fluff ends up in houses in the Indian summer. Many different insects never cease to terrorize our bedrooms and kitchens, preventing us from sleeping peacefully at night and making it difficult to simply relax and enjoy the sun during the day.
Due to the fact that it is tightly attached to the door frame, insects have no chance of getting into the house. And if you install such a special mesh on the windows, you can completely forget about the sounds mosquitoes and flies make.
A mosquito curtain is made up of two halves of a mesh fabric, which is connected in the middle using double tapes with magnets.
A mosquito curtain is made up of two halves of a mesh fabric, which is connected in the middle using double tapes with magnets. They are inserted into the edges of the curtains. Some manufacturers use special magnets that are attached at regular intervals to the fabric in the central section of the curtain.
Purchasing magnetic curtains for home doors is not difficult. Many stores that specialize in selling various goods for the garden or garden tools also have in their assortment such a product as mosquito curtains. The door leaf sizes are suitable for most common types of doors. Such protection is capable of perfectly letting fresh air into the room, and the magnet does not allow the curtains to open from sharp and strong blows of wind.
To improve the situation and forget about annoying mosquitoes, flies and various beetles forever, you should install a special curtain on the door. An anti-mosquito curtain is an almost irreplaceable textile product that perfectly protects sleep and keeps all family members calm.
First you need to cut out two canvases of the same width, which corresponds to the width of the doorway plus allowances for hems and edges. The latter is attached with tape, buttons or adhesive tape to the doorway. The length of the fabric must also be taken into account along with the hem and installation allowance. Then you should bend and sew the edges on the sides in such a way that in the future you can stretch a special magnetic strip through them from one direction, and install the other on the opening.
Mounting options
There are two tools for installing a mosquito net:
The first method is considered faster and more reliable. The adhesive tape must be applied directly to the door frame and to the curtain fabric on all three sides: at the top and on the sides. During the gluing process, be sure to press the parts closely together. The magnetic tape locks the elements together after someone enters or leaves the house. It does not at all interfere with comfortable passage through the door. Even any pet will find it convenient to enter the room.
The adhesive tape must be applied directly to the door frame and to the curtain fabric on all three sides: at the top and on the sides.
The fastening can be fixed with ordinary push pins directly to the wooden door frame. But it is worth considering the nuance that after removing the mesh, traces of punctures of this type of installation will necessarily remain on the frame. And this is a rather negative factor for the aesthetic appearance of the room.
With a standard curtain, the kit must include a decorative lambrequin, which can be used to decorate the curtain in the upper part if desired. Mosquito nets are available in both plain and patterned colors. Therefore, it is convenient to choose it for almost any modern interior.
The main advantage of an anti-mosquito curtain is that it perfectly protects any room from various insects, poplar fluff, and street dust. It provides the opportunity to ventilate the room regardless of its main functions. Its universal dimensions are perfect for any door frame. Installation and dismantling occurs without the use of additional tools.
The curtain can be easily washed, since the material from which it is made never loses its original shape. Its price is affordable for any buyer. In addition to this curtain, an aluminum frame can be mounted on the door. Its mesh fabric will be similar to window frame mesh. It is best to hang the frame on pre-prepared hinges so that it can open and close like a standard door.
Main disadvantages
Like any thing, a magnetic curtain has some disadvantages. The main negative factors include the standard size of door leaves. The width of the product does not exceed 1 meter. And the standard length ranges from 2 to 2.1 meters. Other versions of finished products are extremely rare.
In the production of any goods, defects are possible. However, it is found quite often in these products. So, instead of 2 curtains in a package there may be only one. In addition, in most cases, double-sided tape is not able to withstand intensive use of the curtains. Decorative buttons are often presented in insufficient quantity to properly secure the device. Therefore, it is necessary to have your own pre-prepared fasteners.
The light texture of the fabric in some cases can also be a disadvantage, since defects often occur or the fabric breaks when accidentally touched by sharp objects. It is also possible that the polarity of the magnetic elements is not observed, as a result of which the curtain will not close, but under the influence of magnetic fields will be in a constant open and dangling state.
DIY insect curtain
It is possible to make a mosquito curtain on the door yourself in normal home conditions. To do this, you need to choose the most suitable textiles. It could even be old tulle in your favorite colors and patterns. Then you should purchase a special magnetic tape, which is sold in any construction supermarket.
A versatile type of insect curtain is a simple mesh curtain that can be easily attached to a curtain rod or line at the top of standard entry doors.
Making a frame structure is also not difficult. It can easily be made at home. To do this, you need to prepare a frame from ordinary slats made of aluminum or wood, stretching the necessary mesh textiles and attaching door hinges to it. For comfort, you can add neat handles to them, making them easier to remove.
Nuances when choosing
Given the development of modern technologies, purchases will most likely be made online, so it is worth considering the following recommendations:
- Purchases must be made only on specialized online resources. Such sites highly value their reputation, so they will always offer quality products, unlike bulletin boards.
- Looking at the photo to choose is not enough. It is also important to read the reviews. This will allow you to better navigate your needs.
- As for the cost, you shouldn’t rush to the first cheap option you come across. It's better to stick to the golden mean.
- It is better to focus on recognized manufacturing companies. If they are unknown to you, you can choose among manufacturers from developed countries.
- Before purchasing, you should agree on the color and size so that everything matches your current needs and the existing design of the room.
- When making a purchase, you should specify the form and delivery time, payment method.
How to get rid of insects
Mosquitoes, flies and other insects are considered carriers of various dangerous infections. Their bites cause allergic reactions. They are especially harmful for children, because babies often scratch their skin, damaging it. Therefore, there is a high risk of various microbes getting into a fresh wound.
There are many methods that help get rid of uninvited guests. Naturally, you can use special chemicals that are excellent at repelling mosquitoes, but evaporate at high temperatures. But you need to understand that these products use very aggressive components that affect not only mosquitoes.
Curtains
Before going outdoors, most people apply various creams and sprays to visible areas of their skin to repel insects. But given the fact that they also have dangerous components, they should be abandoned. They are especially harmful for children, since the components of the drug easily penetrate the skin into the body. Therefore, their use is fraught with unpredictable consequences.
Some people attach homemade mosquito curtains made of gauze or tulle to their windows. But the effectiveness of this DIY product is very low. Therefore, it will not bring the desired result.
To prevent this from happening in any case, it is necessary to install mosquito curtains with magnets. This modern product can rid your family of unpleasant creatures. After all, no one wants to spend the whole summer covered in red spots.
Types of mosquito nets
Depending on the place where the mosquito curtains will be installed, the choice of mosquito net will also depend. There are different types of insect curtains. They differ from each other only in the method of fastening.
Common types of insect curtains:
- Frame.
- Sliding.
- Rolled.
- Pleated.
- Velcro mesh.
- Magnetic mesh.
One type of mosquito curtain is a frame one. The canvas, which is stretched over a frame made of metal profiles, is attached using self-tapping screws and a screwdriver. It is convenient because with the onset of cold weather it is simply removed, carefully washed and stored until the next season.
Anti-mosquito net
The advantage of the second type of curtain is that it can be mounted on aluminum windows that can be moved apart. In appearance it very much resembles a frame grid. It is often used in uninsulated balconies and loggias. It is also easy to remove and put away.
The third type is based on the roller blind principle. Such curtains can be installed without any problems both outside and inside a window or doorway. Their advantage is that they do not need to be dismantled for the winter.
Anti-mosquito pleated curtains are considered to be not only a common way of protecting against annoying mosquitoes, but also a full-fledged decorative element. The main advantage of this product is the possibility of installation in both horizontal and vertical positions.
Another type of mosquito curtain is a mesh with Velcro. It is considered the cheapest, most portable and most durable mosquito repellent product. Due to the fact that the canvas is installed using special Velcro on the frame of the window opening from the outside, it does not interfere with the house and copes with its function perfectly.
Ease of use
Anti-mosquito curtain with magnets
Since mosquito curtains have their own subspecies, they are worth talking about separately. Since this product is quick to install and easy to adjust, many people have purchased it for their home. The quality and price of this product fully correspond to each other. Therefore, recently this model has become the most common of all the types of mosquito curtains listed above.
Types of insect curtains with magnets:
The swing mesh with magnets combines a frame mosquito curtain and the possibility of a door. Since the curtain is easily attached to the opening, its installation does not take much time. The advantage of this curtain is that the mesh closes itself after someone passes through the door. Magnets ensure a tight fit to the box.
Variety of colors
Mesh curtains are installed on the windows.
In appearance, it resembles a large wicker sheet, which is located in the right place with the help of magnets. If necessary, it can be washed, but you should be very careful, since the material from which the canvas is made is quite delicate. If it is damaged, the curtain will no longer be able to effectively perform its functions. Thanks to its fine weaving, the curtain not only prevents insects from getting into the room, but also perfectly saves allergy sufferers from various blooms. Therefore, it will be especially relevant in spring.
Tips for use
As a result of studying the recommendations of users of such curtains, several useful practical tips can be derived. With their help, the operation of magnetic mesh curtains will be many times more efficient and longer.
If the magnetic curtains on the door are extremely light and are not held up against minor gusts of wind by the existing weighting elements, it is recommended to equip them with additional weights. To do this, you need to sew any weighting agents, be it pebbles or magnets, into the lower part of the mesh. It is important not to overdo it with the weight of the weights to maintain the mobility and elasticity of the product.
When securing the curtain fabric, it is strongly recommended to use buttons instead of double-sided tape. In extreme heat, it can somewhat damage the edges of the curtain fabric, and it will not provide reliable fixation.
When using curtains, to maintain them in good condition for a long time, it is worth sliding the shutters apart instead of folding them back. Otherwise, the magnet system may malfunction, resulting in the curtain simply not closing.
If the mesh fabric is slightly soiled, it is enough to lightly wash it in a not too concentrated soap solution. After this, you need to rinse the curtain in clean, cool water. When all the collected liquid has drained from the canvas, the product can be used again. As a result of such careful washing, all declared and existing properties of the magnetic curtain will be preserved.
A cleaning procedure using a washing machine is also possible. However, this should only be done in a delicate mode. In addition, in this case, it is advisable to use special protective bags. Under no circumstances should such a curtain be washed with items containing hooks, decorative chains or any locks, as this, in most cases, will lead to damage to the fabric.
If you follow all these simple rules, using a magnetic curtain will be an excellent solution to problems with insects.
