When in doubt, err on the side of a slightly larger net, as the goal is to have it be suspended and not laying against you while you relax outside. A mosquito net with tears or rips needs to be fixed as soon as possible. To help keep mosquitoes out and prevent mosquito bites, it’s important to ensure that no gaps or holes exist in the netting, and that the net itself is sufficiently large so it doesn’t directly rest on your skin. Netting with 250 to 300 holes per square inch is usually ideal. The mesh material should also be breathable as mesh that is too thick can block air flow and create too much heat inside the net. Outdoor netting material that is 100% polyester, polyethylene, or polypropylene and water resistant is generally considered the best fabric to use.
What to Look for in Mosquito Patio NetsĪn effective and durable mosquito patio net will be made from a durable, high-quality mesh fabric. To keep even smaller insects, such as biting midges, away, hole sizes of 0.6mm and smaller will help keep flying pests away. A mosquito net with mesh that has holes smaller than 1.2mm will keep mosquitoes away. Mosquito nets work to provide a barrier between mosquitoes and people or pets in order to protect against bites from mosquitoes and other flying insects.
