FLY SCREENS

Why Fly Screens Are Essential for Comfortable Summer Living
  • WHY FLY SCREENS ARE ESSENTIAL FOR COMFORTABLE SUMMER LIVING

    • Summer is a time to throw open the windows, enjoy fresh air and connect your home with the outdoors. But warmer weather also brings unwelcome visitors- flies, mosquitoes, wasps and other insects -along with pollen and airborne debris that can quickly make their way inside.

    For homeowners investing in and , fly screens are often overlooked. Yet they are one of the simplest ways to improve comfort, ventilation and everyday living, allowing you to enjoy fresh air without the drawbacks.

    Designed to integrate seamlessly with Internorm windows and doors, fly screens provide discreet protection while preserving the appearance and performance of your home.

    Enjoy Fresh Air Without the Insects

    Opening windows is one of the easiest ways to ventilate your home, particularly during the warmer months. However, it often means inviting insects indoors. provide an effective barrier against flies, mosquitoes, spiders and other unwanted pests, allowing you to leave your windows and doors open with confidence.

    Whether you're relaxing during the day or sleeping with the bedroom window open on a warm summer night, you can enjoy uninterrupted ventilation without worrying about insects entering your home.

    Improve Night-Time Cooling

    Keeping homes cool during increasingly warm summers has become an important consideration for homeowners. One of the most effective ways to reduce overheating is by using natural night-time ventilation. Opening, or tilting, windows after sunset allows cooler air to flow through the home, helping to reduce internal temperatures naturally.

    make this simple. Instead of choosing between fresh air or unwanted insects, you can enjoy both. They work particularly well alongside Internorm's tilt & turn windows, allowing secure, controlled ventilation throughout the night.

    For even greater comfort, fly screens complement integrated shading solutions such as Internorm's I-tec Shading, helping create a naturally cooler home without relying solely on air conditioning.

    A Welcome Benefit for Allergy Sufferers

    Fly screens don't just keep insects outside - they can also help reduce the amount of airborne pollen entering your home. For many people, spring and summer bring the discomfort of hay fever and seasonal allergies. Keeping windows closed can improve symptoms, but it also restricts natural ventilation.

    Special pollen mesh options are designed to reduce the amount of pollen entering through open windows while still allowing fresh air to circulate. Although they won't eliminate allergens completely, they can help create a more comfortable indoor environment during peak pollen season.

    Designed to Complement Your Windows

    Unlike aftermarket solutions that can look bulky or require permanent fixings, Internorm fly screens are designed specifically for Internorm windows and doors. Available in a range of configurations, including roller, fixed-frame and pleated systems for large lift & slide doors, they integrate neatly with the window or door frame while remaining easy to operate and maintain.

    When not required, many systems retract discreetly out of sight, preserving the clean architectural appearance of your glazing.

    Perfect for Modern Indoor-Outdoor Living

    Large glazed openings have transformed the way we use our homes, creating seamless connections between inside and out. During the summer months, lift & slide doors often remain open for hours at a time while families enjoy terraces, gardens and outdoor entertaining.

    Pleated fly screens for large sliding doors allow you to keep these openings unobstructed by insects without compromising easy access to the garden. The low-threshold design also makes them practical for everyday use.

    Low Maintenance, Long-Lasting Performance

    Like Internorm windows themselves, fly screens are designed for durability and ease of use. Manufactured from high-quality materials, they require very little maintenance beyond occasional cleaning and can be removed easily when necessary.

    Because they are designed as part of the complete window system, they can be colour matched to the external aluminium cladding, and continue to operate smoothly while maintaining the premium appearance of your home.

    The Perfect Finishing Touch

    When choosing new and , it's easy to focus on glazing, energy efficiency and security. Yet accessories such as can make a noticeable difference to everyday comfort. Combined with high-performance triple glazing, secure tilt & turn ventilation and integrated shading, Internorm fly screens allow you to enjoy fresh air, reduce overheating, minimise insects and even help limit pollen entering your home. It's a small addition that delivers benefits every day -particularly during the warmer months.

    If you're planning a renovation or self-build, speak to your local approved about the fly screen options available for your chosen window and door systems.