fly screen

Window insect filter

A fly screen is a mesh covering for windows or doors that allows air circulation while keeping insects out.

The fine grid blocks flies, mosquitoes, and other pests from entering.

Common in warmer climates where windows stay open: We need to fix the hole in the fly screen.

Also called a screen door or window screen.

pests

mosquito

Blood-feeding flying pest

moth · wasp · bee · beetle · bug · cockroach · spider · ant · sandfly · blowfly

location

window

Glass-fitted wall opening

  • doorHinged room barrier
  • patioPaved outdoor living space
  • porchCovered entryway structure

veranda · conservatory · skylight · French door · sliding door · casement · gazebo · screened porch · lanai · balcony

mesh

netting

Interlaced open fabric

weave · grid · lattice · gauze · fabric · perforated · woven · polyester · stainless steel · galvanized

function

barrier

Obstruction preventing passage

breeze · circulation · guard · shield · filter · pest control · privacy · shade · cooling · fresh air

installation

frame

Supporting outer structure

sliding · retractable · hinged · roll-up · fixed · adjustable · DIY · snap-on · tension · spring-loaded

Categories
Opposites
barrier permeability

fly screenglass pane

Flat transparent sheet

glass window · window glass · glazing · storm window · double glazing

insect interaction

fly screenfly trap

Device for catching insects

bug zapper · flypaper · insect killer · fly paper · fly swatter

Family

flyscreen, flyscreens

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