Mosquito Nets
Mosquito nets are designed to offer adults, babies and young children protection against mosquitoes, midges and other biting insects. They are available for beds, cots, pushchairs, camp beds and gazebos, and come in a variety of styles.
Mosquito nets have a very important role to play in the fight against malaria and other insect-borne diseases. They allow people to sleep safely and relax comfortably without the worry of getting itchy and possibly dangerous mosquito bites.
Mosquito Netting
Mosquito nets are used mainly to cover beds while sleeping, and the fine mesh netting they are made from (usually cotton, nylon or polyester) prevents mosquitoes from getting through and biting, while still providing good ventilation. There is a wide range of mosquito bed nets to choose from.
It is important to note when buying a mosquito net that the more holes per square inch of netting, the more protection is provided. This can range from around 150 to 500. 156 holes per square inch of mosquito netting is considered standard. A higher density of holes will provide more protection against very tiny flying insects such as midges.
Lengths of mosquito netting can be bought to make a mosquito net or to use for repairs. Polyester netting with UV treatment is also available.
Insecticide Treated Mosquito Nets
Mosquito nets can be impregnated with a Pyrethroid insecticide such as Permethrin to make them more effective, and they will need to be re-impregnated regularly.
How often this needs to be done generally depends on how long the mosquito net has been in use and how many times it has been washed. Some suppliers offer a free insecticide re-impregnation service. Mosquito net impregnation kits
Different Styles of Mosquito Nets
There is a wide range of mosquito nets. There are different colours, sizes and styles (including bell, box and pyramid shapes) to fit over single and double beds, and baby mosquito nets for covering cots, playpens, prams and pushchairs.
Some mosquito nets are designed to make very attractive features in the bedroom while still giving protection against mosquito bites. Why not invest in a stylish mosquito net canopy?
Mosquito nets can either be suspended from the ceiling by single or multiple hanging points, using cords, hooks, hoops or poles (the mosquito net hanging kit is either provided with the mosquito net or is available to purchase separately), or they simply spring open and pop into shape automatically when unpacked, and are then fixed in place.
The choice of mosquito net will depend on whether the mosquito net is to remain permanently in the same place, or if it will be transported from place to place. Travel mosquito nets are useful when moving between places, camping, or for using outside in the garden, as there is minimal hanging/fixing to do. Or, why not try a hammock mosquito net
An umbrella mosquito net will cover chairs and tables outside in the garden or on the patio to enable relaxation without the worry of biting mosquitoes. A gazebo mosquito net
If a mosquito net is intended for use outdoors, it is worth investing in a net with heavy skirting material to ensure it doesn't become loose or blow away in wet and windy conditions.
Hanging a Mosquito Net
Having a mosquito net is a good thing, but it will be next to useless if it is used carelessly or hung incorrectly. Take great care in following the manufacturers instructions when putting up a mosquito net to ensure mosquitoes cannot get through.
Many mosquito nets come with their own small, compact, easily transportable bag to protect the netting from rips and tears, as well as a mosquito net repair kit. Mosquito net fixing kits can also be purchased separately.
Mosquito Head Nets
Mosquito head nets offer good defence during outdoor activities (such as hiking or fishing), where the population of mosquitoes and other biting insects is particularly dense.
