Quick guide: which to choose
- For most homes, or homes near the sea: HDPE insect screen, which resists humidity and salty air
- For good airflow and fire retardancy: fiberglass insect screen
- For homes with dogs or cats: Pet Mesh, which stands up to claws and still keeps mosquitoes out
- For an eco-friendly choice: Ecoscreen, which is 100% recyclable
- For wide doors, with a screen that folds away: PE pleated mesh
The five types compared
The higher the mesh count, the smaller the openings and the better the screen keeps out small insects. The width tells you the largest opening you can cover without joining two pieces.
| Type | Material | Mesh count | Width | Key features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDPE insect screen | HDPE | 16×16 | 28–48 in | Resistant to humidity and salty air |
| Fiberglass | Vinyl (PVC)-coated glass yarn | 18 × 14 to 20 × 20 | 28–96 in | Fire-retardant, good airflow |
| Pet Mesh | Vinyl (PVC)-coated polyester | 10×16 | 36 or 48 in | Stands up to pet claws |
| Ecoscreen | Polyolefin | 18×16 | 28–84 in | 100% recyclable |
| PE pleated mesh | Polyethylene (PE) | 15 or 20 mm pleats | 2.5 or 3 m | Folds away |
Each type in detail
HDPE insect screen, Penguin brand
Made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE), it is tough and stands up to hot, humid weather and salty sea air. It has a mesh count of 16 × 16 and comes in widths of 28–48 in. It suits the doors and windows of most homes, especially in humid areas or near the sea.
View HDPE insect screen details and specifications
Fiberglass insect screen, Polar Bear brand
Made from vinyl (PVC)-coated glass yarn, it is fire-retardant, allows good airflow and gives a clear view through the screen. Mesh counts range from 18 × 14 to 20 × 20 and widths go up to 96 in, so it can be used for wide openings. We were the first, and are still the only, manufacturer of fiberglass insect screen in Thailand and the AEC.
View Polar Bear fiberglass insect screen details and specifications
Pet Mesh
Made from vinyl (PVC)-coated polyester with a strand diameter of 0.64–0.66 mm, it stands up to the claws of dogs and cats, and still keeps out bugs and mosquitoes. It fits the same frames as HDPE insect screen and suits homes where pets often tear the screens.
View Pet Mesh details and specifications
Ecoscreen
Made from 100% recyclable polyolefin, its mesh is heat-bonded rather than treated with chemicals, so it will not fray. It complies with the EU RoHS Directive and REACH Regulation, and suits anyone looking for an environmentally friendly material.
View Ecoscreen details and specifications
PE Pleated Mesh
This pleated screen slides away when not in use and is almost invisible once installed, with no harmful coatings. Available in widths of 2.5 and 3 m, it suits wide doors, sliding doors and offices.
View PE Pleated Mesh details and specifications
Not sure which to choose?
Tell us the size of the opening, where the screen will be fitted and any concerns, such as pets, salty air or dust. Our sales team will recommend a suitable type and give you a price.
