You need to consider several factors if you would like to get the best fly screens for your windows and doors. This article discusses some of the considerations that can help you to make the right choice.

The Type of Frame

First, consider the material from which the frame of the fly screen is made. For example, some fly screens come with aluminium frames while others are made from plastic or other materials. Each option has its own strengths and shortcomings. For example, fly screens with plastic frames are more affordable than those with aluminium frames. However, the plastic frames may eventually degrade due to UV damage while the aluminium ones will last long without suffering that kind of damage. Select the frame material that will suit your budget and other requirements. 

The Screen Hardware

It is also helpful for you to select fly screens whose screen hardware matches your doors and windows. Screen hardware refers to the items that secure the fly screen onto the door or window. One way to make sure that the screen hardware will fit is by examining the kind of hardware on the fly screens that you have already installed on your property. Another alternative is to take pictures of your doors and windows so that you seek advice from the fly screen supplier about the most appropriate fly screen hardware for those existing doors and windows.

The Screen Material

The screen material refers to the mesh that will keep insects out of your home when the windows or doors are open. Several key considerations can help you to select the best screen material. First, consider the light transmittance of that material. Some materials are so thin that they will not interfere with your view through the windows or doors. Others can make it hard for you to view outside when the screen is in place. Secondly, consider how easy it will be to maintain that screen material. For example, some metallic screens will corrode and require periodic painting while others, such as fibreglass screens, won't corrode. Select a screen material whose attributes suit your aesthetic and functional needs.

The best way to be sure that you have selected the best fly screens is by visiting different suppliers to ascertain what is available on the market. Those information-gathering visits will make it easier for you to make an informed decision when you eventually select a product for your windows and doors.