MIDGES
The Scottish midge has a fearsome reputation and can be a major problem in certain locations during the summer months, given the right weather conditions.

There are many species of midge. They come in all different sizes and the smallest can be very dificult to keep out. We have found solutions for keeping out the vast majority of midges and making life more comfortable all round. See the chart below and identify which mesh option would be best for your own midge protection requirements.

AIRFLOW: The price of keeping out midges in particular is the reduction in airflow. You will need to think about doubling the amount of window used for ventilation to equal the amount of unscreened window normally used.

MESH OPTIONS
There are various choices of mesh depending on your requirements. All keep out insects, flies, cats, birds, mice, rats, spiders etc
All our meshes will keep out all flying insects to the satisfaction of the Environmental Health Officer (The Food Safety [General Hygiene] Regulations 1995) .

STANDARD	Made of PVC coated glass fibre this mesh is durable and will withstand knocks and bangs but can be cut with a knife or other sharp implement and can therefore be subject to vandalism.
ALUMINIUM	Made of aluminium this mesh is a little stronger than standard mesh. It is of similar durability to standard mesh but can be subject to corrosion, shortening its life span. Like standard mesh it can be cut with a sharp object. It is more expensive than standard mesh.
STAINLESS STEEL	Stainless steel mesh is very difficult to cut with a knife and will not rot or corrode. With careful use it can last a lifetime. Not much more expensive than aluminium mesh but far superior.
MIDGE MESHES	FINE: This mesh is adequate in the majority of cases. SUPERFINE: For those areas where the smaller species live and where fine mesh is just not good enough. GOSSAMER: If all else fails, gossamer is sure to work!