bug screen

Insect barrier mesh

A bug screen is a mesh barrier fitted over windows, doors, or other openings to keep insects out while allowing air to pass through.

The mesh is fine enough to block mosquitoes, flies, and other small pests.

Also called a screen or window screen: We need to replace the bug screen on the back porch.

barrier

mesh

Interlocking open weave

  • nettingInterlaced open fabric
  • frameSupporting outer structure
  • patchMaterial covering damage

spline

installation

mounting

Steadily increasing in degree

  • frameSupporting outer structure
  • splineFlexible strip for drafting
  • rollerRotating cylindrical tool

replacement · repair · patch kit · cutting · trimming · stapling · clips · track · channel · DIY

ventilation

airflow

Movement of atmosphere

cross-ventilation · air quality · breathability · draft · cooling · fresh air · open window · night air

protection

mosquito

Blood-feeding flying pest

  • flyTwo-winged buzzing insect
  • gnatMinute biting fly
  • insectSix-legged invertebrate

pest · no-see-um · wasp · bee · moth · beetle · keep out · barrier

Categories
Opposites
permeability/barrier function

bug screenbrick wall

Stacked masonry partition

glass · glass pane · window glass · glass window · airtight seal

openness to exterior

bug screenopen window

Unsealed wall aperture

gaping hole · nothing

pest management approach

bug screenbug zapper

Device that electrocutes insects

fly trap · bug light · fly paper · insecticide · mosquito trap

Family

bug, screen, bugs, buggy, screening, screened, bugged, screens, bugging

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G