Repair of fastenings and mosquito nets. Holes in a mosquito net How to fix a hole in a mosquito net

Mosquito nets don't have many types of failures, but they do exist. Most often, this is a breakdown of the mesh itself (its rupture), as well as a breakdown of the mesh fastenings. It is relatively easy to fix such breakdowns even on your own, without resorting to the services of specialists. How to do this?

Grid break

A mesh rupture can happen for any reason. For example, you accidentally tore it while washing a window or some insect got into the mesh and you tried to remove it from there. There are two options: glue the mesh together or buy a new piece in its place. But in any case, if you buy a new part of the mesh, you will still have to glue it - it consists of polyvinyl chloride and, as many people think, you cannot sew it. In order to glue the mesh, you need to carefully spread colorless glue at the edges of the broken threads and apply something heavy. After this you need to wait two to three hours.

Broken mesh fasteners

If the mesh fastening that holds it by the base is broken window frame, then there are also two options: complete replacement of these devices or repair (but only if the problem is in the fastening bolt, if in the product itself, you will have to change it anyway). We unscrew the broken fasteners using a very ordinary screwdriver. The main thing is to ensure that the main frame is not damaged, otherwise repairs will be expensive. It is best to treat the bolts with an anti-corrosion liquid; this will save them from excessive moisture, since they are in direct contact with the external environment. The fasteners themselves are taken by the edge of their base and screwed into the outer sleeve.

Small holes in mosquito screens can be easily patched. And the sooner you patch a hole in the mesh, the better, since it can become larger and insects and small animals can get inside through it.

Steps

1. 1 Buy or use an old window screen that fits the mesh to completely cover the hole. If you have an old, unused mosquito net lying around, you can use pieces from it. However, if you are concerned about appearance window mesh, it may be better to buy nylon or aluminum of the same color.
2. 2 Cut a piece to fit the size of the hole in the torn mesh, leaving a 1-inch (2.5 cm) margin around the edges.
3. 3 For sewing, use a curved upholstery needle with strong thread in the same color as the mesh. To achieve the best fit, alternatively use fishing line, it is invisible and very strong. A straight needle can be used if you have access to both sides of the mosquito net, but it is more difficult and time consuming.
4. 4 Cover the hole with a pre-cut patch. If the mosquito net is installed on the window, use duct tape to temporarily secure the patch. If you removed the screen from the window, place it and the patch on a flat surface.
5. 5 Sew on the patch. Use a curved needle to sew through both layers of mesh. Make small stitches, trying to tighten them as tightly as possible. The goal is to sew the two pieces together as tightly as possible.
6. 6 Finish with a strong knot. Tie the thread at least twice with a strong knot. Make sure there are no gaps through which insects can get through.

• If you have cats, parrots or other animals that frequently tear mosquito nets, you should consider replacing nylon nets with aluminum ones. Although more expensive, they are much more resistant to mechanical damage.
• Severely damaged mosquito nets must be replaced. However, the material from them can be used to repair any other window screens that need repair. So saving old and broken meshes for later use is a good idea.

Warnings

• Such repairs will be visible. And this may not meet the landlord's requirements if you are renting.

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Plastic window designs have long become a priority, because everyone is trying to replace outdated wooden frames new blocks. Such systems are often equipped additional elements, for example, comfortable and functional mosquito nets, which prevent access to the premises even small insects, as well as dust and dirt from the street when the windows are open. However, these are quite fragile elements that often break, and purchasing new ones is quite expensive. True, it’s quite easy to repair mosquito nets on plastic windows yourself; it will require basic skills, as well as minimum set tools, and the net itself will last at least one additional season in this way.

When repair of mosquito nets on plastic windows is required: the main causes of breakdowns

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There is a humorous saying about computers, which is quite suitable for our case, when repairs of windows and window screens may be required, it says that the gasket between the computer and the chair, that is, the person himself, is most often to blame for all major problems. It is the incorrect installation and operation of mosquito nets that can cause their breakdowns. However, there may be other reasons that are also worth studying in order to find out how to prevent troubles, as well as understand the means and methods of repairing them.

In order for questions to arise as little as possible, such as how to repair a mosquito net on a plastic window, you must take care of its correct installation, as well as timely care And correct operation. It would be optimal to remove the mosquito net for the winter and install it back by the time the temperature rises above fifteen degrees Celsius.

• Plastic is a fairly strong and durable material, however, it also loses its properties and qualities over time. The mosquito net frame, made of plastic, deteriorates over time and may break.
• Failure can also be caused by constant temperature changes, prolonged exposure to frost in winter and hot weather. Sun rays in summer.
• Birds and animals can also easily break a mosquito net.

Most often, emergency repairs of nets on plastic windows are required when they break plastic corners or installation handles, holders with external and inside, depending on the design, and the mesh itself also breaks. It is these cases that we will consider in more detail.

How to repair a mosquito net on a plastic window: simple solutions

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The easiest way is not to be clever, not to spend own strength, as well as time, and just turn to a company that repairs window screens, that is, to professionals. Most often, such services are provided by installation companies; you can consult where you ordered the window units themselves. Regarding the warranty, you also need to ask the installer, or at the retail outlet where the mesh was purchased separately, and this must be done in advance, immediately upon purchase.

If the warranty is not taken care of in advance, then the repair of mosquito nets will fall on the shoulders of the consumer. Spare parts for this kind of work can be found in almost any construction supermarket; today parts are also sold separately if you don’t need a kit.

How to repair a mesh on a plastic window if the corners are broken

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Enough frequent breakdown, which has to be stopped urgently, are burst corners, which can be simply replaced with my own hands. Such breakdowns can occur from time and temperature, as well as when the mesh falls from a height. It happens that if installed incorrectly, the load on the corners increases significantly, and then they too may not withstand. You can read the article on our website to learn how to install a mosquito net correctly and easily.

Let's figure out how to fix a mosquito net if the plastic corners of the structure, which are sold in the store, both individually and in sets, are broken. Corners can be standard, solid or reinforced. The latter are more massive, stronger and more durable, and the cost is only slightly higher than usual. When thinking about how to repair a mosquito net in our case, you should understand that the fabric is fitted end-to-end, tensioned and then cut, so you should not disassemble the structure rashly. If only one corner is broken, for example, the top one, it makes sense to remove only the top bar.

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• First you need to carefully pry off the sealing cord, which you will see on the back of the structure, with a screwdriver or even scissors.
• Pull the cord and remove it from the groove in the top bar.
• Try to pull the bar up, and if it doesn’t work, then you need to use wooden plank and a hammer.
• The broken parts of the corner must be removed from the grooves using pliers or a screwdriver. If there is nothing to grab onto, it will be much easier to push them inside with the same screwdriver.
• Attach the corners to the top bar, and then connect the parts of the structure.
• Next, you need to straighten the edge of the mesh, tighten it a little, after which you can begin to place the seal in a special groove in the frame. You need to press the cord very tightly, so use a screwdriver or even the handles of scissors.

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Do not forget that you should not hit the mesh frame directly with a hammer, as this can damage its surface and also tear off the paint. Therefore you need to take an even wooden block and knock through it.

Changing the canvas or dimensions: how to repair the mesh on a plastic window

It often happens that weather conditions, as well as, for example, birds and animals, can cause the mesh fabric itself to tear. When its integrity is violated, it ceases to perform its direct functions, that is, to protect the premises from the penetration of flies, mosquitoes and other vermin. The easiest way in this case is to simply stick a patch with molecular superglue on the broken area, but then the appearance of your window will not be the same. Therefore, it would be advisable to purchase a new canvas and replace it in the frame, which will not be as difficult to do as it might seem.

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• Pry the sealing cord from the back and pull it out, carefully holding the frame along the entire perimeter.
• In this way, the damaged mesh will be completely released and can be easily removed and discarded.
• The new mesh should be slightly larger in size so that there is something to grab onto for final tension.
• Attach the mesh to the frame and start from one side carefully inserting the sealing cord back into the groove.

The mesh must be constantly tightened so that it does not sag, otherwise it will look sloppy and may break due to improper distribution of the load on the profile and corners. Any excess that remains sticking out of the groove must be cut off very carefully with an ordinary construction knife with break-off blades; it is very sharp and will allow you to cut off the unnecessary material flush.

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In exactly the same way as when replacing the mesh fabric, you can reduce the overall dimensions of the mosquito. To do this, you just need to remove the seal and the mesh, disassemble the frame, and then trim its parts exactly as required, both in length and width. Repeating everything in reverse order, you can put the mesh back together, after which it can be placed on the window as usual.

Broken handles for installation: repairing window screens is not difficult

If you do not remove the mosquito net in time for the winter, or even from constant exposure to ultraviolet rays, the plastic from which the tiny handles are made may simply lose its properties and qualities. It becomes fragile, loses its elasticity, and such parts are often produced from not excessively quality material, since replacing them is easy, and their cost is really low. The simplest solution is to buy additional, new handles and install them in place of the broken ones.

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• Pry the seal out of the groove where the piece of handle is located and pull it out a little, freeing the fastening.
• By loosening and shaking, remove the broken part and install a new one in its place.
• Next, tighten the mesh and put the sealing cord in place, pressing it in with the handle of a knife or scissors.

If the handles are screwed on with screws, then everything is simple, you just need to unscrew the broken part and install a new one in its place. However, it also happens that the mosquito net is still installed on the window, but the handles are broken, and it seems that it is not possible to remove it to replace spare parts. How to remove a mosquito net from a window easily and simply, even when its handles are hopelessly broken, you can see the instructions on our website.

Easily change holders on mosquito nets: nothing could be easier

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If all of the above presupposed at least some, even the most minimal knowledge or skills, then even a small child who has already held a screwdriver in his hands at least once in his life can cope with the task of changing broken Z-shaped mosquito net holders, of course, if the fasteners match .

• First you need to unscrew the old mesh holders; they can be plastic or metal, and are most often attached to self-tapping screws.
• When comparing fasteners in a store, you need to select similar complete spare parts and purchase them in the required quantity, but it is more advisable to change everything at once.
• All that remains is to simply screw the new holders to the frame and it’s done, the mesh can be installed in place.

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As you can see, repairing mosquito nets is not such a difficult matter at all, and any House master handle it with ease. It's pretty simple system, all parts of which are absolutely easily replaceable. You can even assemble such a grid yourself if you have necessary components, however, its cost is not so high that it is necessary to save. However, if there are any unexplained points left, it’s worth watching a video about repairing a mosquito net with your own hands, and then the whole process will definitely become transparent and understandable.

A person gets used to conveniences. If earlier people protected themselves from annoying insects by hanging gauze and even old curtains on the windows, now this is done with the help of a mosquito net - a product that reliably covers the window. Unfortunately, this innovation is not without its drawbacks. Although the frame itself is made of aluminum profile(sometimes you come across meshes with a plastic frame), the corners with which the connection is made are plastic. Also, pets can damage the canvas and the handles can break. If you contact service center, then you will simply be offered to purchase a new product from them, but this is not the best solution, and it is not economical. If you want to do the repairs yourself, then you need to learn how to repair a mosquito net.

Reasons for corner breakage

It is worth noting that if you treat the product with care, a plastic corner can last quite a long time. If the mesh is installed on the sunny side, the plastic dries out and becomes very fragile. The corner may break even when removing the screen from the window, not to mention the fact that the frame may be accidentally left out. But our goal is not to analyze all the reasons, but only those due to which such a nuisance can happen.

So, the corner is broken and the net cannot be used. What to do? If the breakdown occurred due to your oversight, then it is quite clear that this cannot be fixed, but if the mesh is torn from the window by the wind, then you need to take care of its high-quality fastening. Similar problems arise when securing the mesh with Z-shaped plastic holders. Over time, they lose their strength and the mesh fastening weakens.

If a plastic holder is installed, it must be replaced with a metal one that will securely hold the mesh.

How to replace a corner

Although many “professionals” claim that it is almost impossible to remove a corner from a profile, this is not true. The corner is changed not only after a breakdown, but also for prevention. If you have been using the mesh for more than one year, and the plastic products have turned yellow and have lost their elasticity, then it is better to replace them without waiting for one of them to crack and the mesh to fall off. Let's look at the procedure.

Once you remove the mesh from the frame, you are unlikely to be able to put it back in place. The fact is that the mesh that needs to be installed is large. After fixing the mesh, the excess is cut off, so the possibility of its reuse remains in question.

1. Need to get out rubber compressor, which holds the grid. (You can try to remove the mesh from only one side, and in this state replace the corner. Most often, nothing good comes from such experiments, since the mesh breaks or the corner on the opposite side of the frame breaks.)
2. The broken corner is pulled out from the profile. How to do this is described in detail in the video at the end of the article. If the mosquito net is not new, then it is advisable to replace all the corners at once.
3. During assembly, the frame may become warped, so you need to check that this does not happen and, if necessary, level it.
4. The frame is placed on the table front side down.
5. A mesh is placed over the frame and tensioned.
6. If the handles are attached together with the mesh, then they must be installed in their places.
7. The mesh should be secured with the rubber seal that was previously pulled out.

After these steps, you can install the mosquito net on plastic window.

An unsightly but practical repair to a mosquito net can be made by making an internal plastic insert or an external metal cover and securing it with rivets.

With such repairs, the appearance of the profile will be irrevocably damaged by the holes drilled in it.

The handle is broken

For residents of private houses, a broken handle of a mosquito net does not cause much inconvenience, since it protective device installed by the owner from outside. For residents of high-rise buildings, handles are very important, since without them it is extremely inconvenient to remove and install the net. You can repair the mosquito net handles yourself.

Now there are metal handles on sale - buy only these.

Handles for mosquito nets can be divided into 3 types:

1. Installed under a rubber seal.
2. Screwed with self-tapping screws from the inside.
3. Secured with self-tapping screws from the outside.

Initially, plastic handles were installed under the seal, which broke very quickly. Silicone and metal roll-on handles are now available for sale.

To dismantle a broken handle, you need to pry a knife over it and pull out the rubber seal without damaging it. The broken part is removed and a new one is installed in its place. The rubber band is inserted into the groove. The same operation is performed with the second handle.

If the rubber seal fits too tightly, wipe it with liquid soap.

If the handle is screwed on from the inside with self-tapping screws, then replacing it is easy. You need to purchase a handle of the same configuration and with holes in the same places. The screws are unscrewed, the old part is removed and a new one is installed in its place.

There is no need to exert force when screwing in the screw. Otherwise, the thread may be damaged.

In some cases, the handle mount is located with outside mosquito net. In this case, a silicone ring is screwed from the inside, through the mesh, with a self-tapping screw, which acts as a handle. Instead, you can screw on something that you can grab and that will not interfere with closing the window.

The mosquito net is torn

Sometimes it happens that the canvas is torn, and it is not possible to purchase a new one. How to repair a mosquito net yourself without replacing it? In principle, this is possible, but as a temporary measure, because the aesthetic appearance will suffer greatly.

• The damaged part of the mesh is cut out and a patch of the same or similar material is applied to this place. Such a patch can be sewn on with a curved needle, but instead of thread it is better to use thin fishing line. With a skillful approach to performing the work, the patch is almost invisible
• A more or less decent repair can be achieved if you sew up the torn fabric on sewing machine(in a shoe workshop). A patch is sewn on or, using back and forth movements, a seam is applied that will gradually close the hole.
• If you don’t have access to a sewing machine, you can sew up the torn fabric by hand. Use the same curved needle and fishing line (you can use strong threads). The seam cannot be pulled together - the needle is threaded into the nearest whole links (not from the very edge), and thus the entire hole is sewn up. The result will not be a very attractive patch, but insects will not enter the house.
• You can make a patch from thick polyethylene. You need to put a piece of unnecessary fabric on the ironing board, and on top of it one layer of a piece of patch cut to size. Now it’s the mosquito net’s turn – place it face down, with the torn part on the patch. On top you need to put another similar patch made of polyethylene, cover it with a piece of fabric and iron it with a heated iron. This procedure must be done until the hole is sealed. After cooling, the fabric is removed. The view will not be very attractive, but better than in the previous version.

There is a saying that says that nothing is more permanent than what is made temporary. If the patch on the mesh doesn’t bother you, then leave it unchanged. We hope that the tips in this article will help you in repairing your mosquito net.

Video

This video shows how to repair a mosquito net by removing a corner from an aluminum profile:

See how the fiberglass mesh is replaced with mosquito net.

Still, they probably peck in the winter when the tits have nothing to eat, and in the cold the net breaks more easily, maybe even when the tits hold on to it with their claws. Too much big holes from simple pecking of midges.

I change these screens in all windows every couple of years. Previously, the cat tore it apart from the inside (our windows are always open).

The tits need to be fed. And they will not spoil property out of hunger.

What kind of plastic holders are these?

This is exactly how they are made, 5 minutes, very simple, but this requires a cutting table and a bunch of components, but why do it yourself if it costs 250 rubles.

On the floor you can. I've already changed the mesh with holes in exactly this way five times. What kind of tools are there? You go to the construction store, buy a new mesh, there is also this rubber roller and the tool you use to roll it up. At home, you remove the frame with the mesh (20 seconds) and change it on the floor. Changing this mesh on one frame takes 5-10 minutes. 10 minutes - this includes removing the frame from the window and installing it back there.
The first time, however, I suffered a lot, I foolishly bought an aluminum mesh - it breaks easily if it is not “rolled” into the grooves incorrectly. It stretches a little when you roll the elastic band and breaks. But plastic (fiber-whatever) - no, it’s quite elastic.

Do you like to rip your ass out too much or do you have a lot of time? Why is all this for the sake of these pennies, they give so much to the poor, there is an error in calculations in the supermarket.

I like to work with my hands. I use my head too much.
I once bought a whole roll of this mesh, a roll of elastic and a roller for rolling - it will last a long time. Why should I go to the store now if I have everything at hand and everything to do in 10 minutes? There was a hole, I replaced it. Business. And the wigwam is in order and my black-haired squaw is proud of her man.

By the way, what kind do you have? Plastic or aluminum? I have a feeling that the plastic ones themselves begin to “make holes” after a while.

After all, insects don’t end up under the net in winter?!?

abm
To be honest, I didn’t even think about replacing the mesh on the frame myself.)) Perhaps these rollers and the mesh are on sale, but usually searching for some small thing in Vladimir takes a lot of time. Basically everything is made to order. I love it when it’s available, but this is a problem.
Ears on the mesh from the inside on the sides of the frame for installation on windows. This is in one-story buildings or from the balcony you can install them without them, but in high-rise buildings there is simply nothing to hold onto when you are inside the apartment.

Perhaps these rollers and mesh are on sale, but usually searching for some small item in Vladimir takes a lot of time. Basically everything is made to order. I love it when it’s available, but this is a problem.

Here, you can sell to the suffering.
I agree with abm, you need to change your activities...this is how you relax.
Secondly, I personally have to waste time and gas looking for someone who will do it for me... but why?
A roller, yes, but essentially it is a roller knife, in which, instead of a knife, there is a creasing roller for the thickness of the groove... if there is nothing in stores, you can make them with a roller knife... I did this when I needed it for one task

What about the roller and the rubber band that they roll up if the old one is also cracked?

That's what the window business is for... don't supply cheap things at retail, but sell them as a service

What about the roller and the rubber band that they roll up if the old one is also cracked?