Are thread counts small enough to prevent mosquitoes and bugs if used to enclosed a patio?
177910
the only way small baby mosquitos would get past this is if you did a shoddy job at enclosing your space. definitely need to overlap and sew the overlaps together.
400205
I've only used mine once in south texas for 3 days and didn't have any problems with mosquitoes. As bad as the mosquitoes are down here I was actually surprised. The only spot that I guess that could be a problem is the gaps in the corners next to the tailgate but they can easily be covered if need be.
1575621
our cottage is by the water and near a forest and there are mosquitos. It has been real good at keeping the little suckers out. Be aware that when you receive it check for the plastic shower curtain rings that hold the mosquito net in place; they forgot ours and it was scramble to find replacements
621626
We have had two of these for a couple years. We have never had any problems with mosquitoes. We love them - they are wonderful for the garden!
1528529
Donna, I think it would work fine to keep butterflies out since the mesh is 1/4". If you anchored it securely to the ground, butterflies couldn't get in.
1977273
No, I would say not. The holes, the natural sheer, is pretty large. I wouldn't use it as a bug net.
708976
Because moving air has been proven the best way to keep Mosquitos away the answer is yes, to a point.You have to be in the area that is covered by the fans moving air. Chancy at the edges.
1663325
It's not a bug-proof attachment. They just use bungee chords every foot or so through eyes in the screen perimeter attaching them to the poles. I wouldn't recommend for a high bug density area. Also, the first rain storm I had collapsed the columns. They are very light and flimsy. Fortunately I had an older much stronger frame of the same overall dimensions I could use to replace the broken frame.
305736
I think its for water drainage or just extra ventilation. I have been in the tent at night on the deck and havent had any issues with bugs.
2090200
This would not do much good outside on a patio; for that order the Rescue Reusable Fly Trap, also available on Amazon. Set it about about 25 feet from your patio, and it draws flies, leaving your patio fly-free.
984731
The fan does make some noise, but they really are designed to work inside. They are not weather proof. I keep one in the garage and one in the arctic entry so that when the lights are off in those rooms they catch any mosquito that got into those rooms. Our house stays pretty much mosquito free despite the clouds of them outside. The ones left in the arctic entry or garage typically do not survive to bite you later. This item would not be useful on a patio. It is a trap with a small light as the attractant and not a bug zapper. Depending how the bugs are this year I may need another one for the downstairs entry.
1969273
Yes all our screen is designed to keep out insects. If you have no-see-ums or sand fly's we recommend the tiny 17 x 20 mesh.
2114517
Definitely! Even without the hose hooked up and at the low setting, mosquitoes don't stand a chance. It's a life saver on muggy summer days.
1672444
Yes. It is a diaphanous cloth that allows 85% of the sunlight through but if used correctly, will keep bugs and critters out.
621625
I have not had any mosquitoes around my rain barrel. So I would not see a need unless the location of your rain barrel is in an area which attracts mosquitoes?
714430
If by covered porch you mean rain will not fall directly on the unit or the power outlet, you'll be fine. If it's not already, install a GFI (ground fault interrupter) outlet in that location. Then if there's a short, such as to water, it automatically cuts off the power instantly. My wild guess is the water does not move fast enough to deter mosquitos, but if you try it, please let us know. It's a good question.
1058607
The screen is a nice one but since I don't have anything planted in the planter, water collects there. I will probably drill holes in the planter so water doesn't collect there but I would imagine mosquitoes will prosper there if I don't do something about it.