How to choose a custom mosquito net for your windows and patio doors?

1. Why choose a custom-made mosquito net?

A standard mosquito net sold in big-box stores almost never matches the exact dimensions of your windows and French doors. Large picture windows, large sliding bays, verandas, or roof windows (like Velux) have specific shapes that require custom-made mosquito nets.

Choosing a mosquito net adapted to your frame guarantees:

• Perfect sealing around the frame, with no gaps for insects to slip through;
• Precise guidance in the rails or tracks, without excessive play;
• Effective protection against insects, pollen, and allergenic pollens;
• A neat and discreet aesthetic, consistent with your existing joinery.

By choosing a custom-made mosquito net from Voletshop, you benefit from a wide range of models — roll-up, sliding, pleated, hinged, or fixed frame — made to order, with quality aluminum or PVC profiles.

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2. Identify the type of opening: the first key step

Before requesting a quote, it is essential to determine your type of opening. This criterion directly determines the model of mosquito net to choose.

Hinged windows and French doors

Casement or hinged windows open inward or outward. For these configurations, two solutions are available:

• The roll-up mosquito net with a side roller, which is installed on the side of the frame and unrolls horizontally;
• The fixed or removable aluminum frame mosquito net, ideal when the casement is not operated frequently.

Sliding windows and sliding picture windows

Sliding windows, sliding bays, and sliding French doors are perfectly suited for sliding mosquito nets. This type of mosquito net slides on an upper and lower rail and allows for smooth operation without hindering the opening and closing of the casements.

Large picture windows and large-sized openings

For large openings — bays of 3m, 4m, or more — the vertical strip mosquito net or mosquito net curtain are practical alternatives. Flexible strips, held by magnets, provide protection against insects while allowing free passage. For terraces and verandas, an outdoor curtain can usefully complement this equipment.

Entry doors and hinged doors

The door mosquito net or mosquito net for a door is installed as a lining for a hinged or pivot door. Magnetic models with automatic closure are very popular: two flexible panels with magnets close by themselves after passing through, without any handling.

Roof windows

Roof windows — or Velux and equivalents — require specific roof window mosquito nets, with a rigid aluminum frame or vertical roll-up. Check compatibility with your manufacturer before ordering.

3. Choose the right material: aluminum, PVC, or fiberglass?

The durability and aesthetics of a mosquito net depend heavily on the materials it is made of. We distinguish the frame (the sash) and the mesh, two concepts you can find in our interior decoration glossary.

The frame: powder-coated aluminum or extruded PVC?

Extruded aluminum profiles are the market standard. Powder-coated aluminum offers excellent weather resistance, optimal rigidity, and a neat finish. Aluminum profiles are available in a multitude of RAL colors: powder-coated white (RAL 9016), anthracite gray (RAL 7016), brown (RAL 8019), and many other shades. An aluminum box or discreet casing houses the roll-up mechanism.

PVC, less expensive, is suitable for interiors or areas with little exposure, but it is less durable than aluminum over time.

The mesh: coated polyester or fiberglass?

The standard mesh (1.2 × 1.4 mm) is effective against mosquitoes, flies, and wasps. To also block pollen, opt for a finer mesh. The most common colors for the mesh are anthracite gray and black mesh, very discreet from the outside.

4. The different models of custom-made mosquito nets

The roll-up mosquito net

The roll-up mosquito net is one of the most popular models. The mesh rolls up onto a spool housed in a compact casing — a low-profile aluminum box — surface-mounted on the frame. A return spring ensures automatic retraction of the mesh. This system, sometimes called a mosquito net blind, is suitable for both hinged windows and side openings.

The sliding mosquito net

Ideal for sliding picture windows and sliding doors, the sliding mosquito net works on a system of upper and lower rails. Its brush seal guarantees good sealing against insects.

The pleated mosquito net

The pleated mosquito net (or accordion) adopts a system of folds that compress into a discreet housing at the end of travel. It is particularly suitable for French doors with two casements and allows for a very intuitive central opening.

The fixed frame mosquito net

Simple, robust, and economical, the fixed aluminum frame mosquito net clips or screws into the frame. Some models are removable — without drilling — thanks to a Velcro, adhesive tape, or self-gripping clip system.

The magnetic mosquito net curtain

The magnetic closure mosquito net curtain is installed using simple self-adhesive tape, without drilling. It's an easy-to-install and removable solution, perfect for an entry door or a picture window not equipped with a rail. You can pair it on the interior side with a decorative curtain to combine aesthetics and protection against insects.

5. How to take measurements for a custom-made mosquito net?

• Roll-up mosquito net: measure the width and height of the frame, i.e., the available space for surface mounting on the sash.
• Sliding mosquito net: measure the total width of the bay and the height under the lintel, taking into account the rail depth.
• Fixed frame or pleated: measure the width and height between profiles, i.e., the clear opening.

💡 Pro tip: Take measurements at three different points (top, middle, bottom for width; left, center, right for height) and use the smallest measurement. Joinery is never perfectly square, and a difference of a few millimeters can block operation.

The installation instructions provided with each custom-made mosquito net detail each step, from any necessary profile cutting to adjusting the guidance. If you entrust the installation to a carpenter, they will take care of everything.

6. Colors and finishes: harmonizing with your joinery

Manufacturers offer a wide palette of RAL colors:

• Powder-coated white (RAL 9016) — the classic, ideal for white PVC or aluminum joinery;
• Anthracite gray (RAL 7016) — very trendy, perfect on gray aluminum windows;
• Brown (RAL 8019) — to match wood or wood-effect joinery;
• Custom RAL shades for the most demanding projects.

To also control brightness and thermal insulation on the interior side, explore our collection of curtains by function: blackout, thermal, acoustic… Solutions that pair perfectly with your mosquito nets for complete comfort.

7. Points to consider before purchase

Compatibility with roller shutters

Check the compatibility between the shutter box and the mosquito net's roll-up system. Some boxes directly integrate a rail for a mosquito net. For hinged shutters, the mosquito net will generally be positioned on the interior side of the frame.

Resistance to pets

If you have pets, opt for a reinforced mesh made of coated fiberglass or high-density polyester. These meshes better resist claws and limit premature tearing.

Motorization and ease of use

For large dimensions, opt for electric motorization which facilitates operation on very high or hard-to-reach bays.

Maintenance and durability

A mosquito net mesh is cleaned with soapy water. Avoid abrasive products on powder-coated aluminum profiles. The brush seal on sliding mosquito nets is easily replaceable. Well-maintained, a custom-made mosquito net lasts 10 to 15 years.

8. Summary: which model for which use?

9. Where to order and get a free quote?

For effective and durable protection against insects with a neat finish and good delivery time, turn to recognized specialists. Always specify the type of opening, exact dimensions, desired RAL color, and mesh material to get an accurate free quote.

Conclusion: the custom-made mosquito net, a worthwhile investment

Choosing a custom-made mosquito net for your windows and French doors is investing in lasting daily comfort. Gone are the nights disturbed by mosquitoes, the days ruined by flies and harmful insects. Farewell to chemical insecticides: the mosquito net offers optimal protection against insects in a purely mechanical way, without reducing ventilation or brightness.

By opting for a powder-coated aluminum frame, a coated fiberglass mesh suited to your mesh size, and a color harmonized with your joinery, you get a discreet, resistant, and effective installation against flying insects for many years. For any additional information, the Ombre Intérieur team is at your disposal.