No-See-Ums and No-see-um netting

Our no-see-um netting has nothing to do with visibility. It has tinier holes (800 holes per square inch) to keep out a particular biting insect called a no-see-um. A No see um, also known as a midge fly, sand fly, or micro-gnat is a tiny relative of the mosquito. They are about the size of a ridge and a half of a finger print ridge. If you have never heard of no-see-ums you probably don't have them in your area. No-see-ums live generally within 500 yards of lakes, rivers, ocean, or marshy wetlands.

Our no-see-um netting mesh is gorgeous, but the drawback is that it is denser and catches the wind more, so it needs to be better secured. Our system is frameless and is designed to operate with wind speeds less than 15.7 mph. Above 15.7 mph, biting insects are unable to fly. Our tracking attachment option enables you to draw the curtains open under heavy winds to enjoy the fresh air without the worry of bugs. If no-see-ums are not an issue for you, we recommend the heavy mosquito mesh.

No-see-um bites

Once the cut is deep enough, a pool of blood is released from the skin's underlying capillary vessels. At this point the midge inserts its mouth parts into the cut and begins to withdraw the blood. The midge will continue to feed like this for 3 to 4 minutes unless it is detected by the victim! The body's repair mechanism will eventually heal the wound, and it is this healing process that produces most of the itching and swelling.

No see ums often stay in shrubs or the thick layer of dead leaves that naturally covers the ground. Scrubbing your feet around in the leaves is a good way to get them stirred up. Don’t do it! Most no-see-ums never fly more than 350 feet from their breeding area, so if they’re bothering you, you might be able to get away from them by moving a few yards

The best way to avoid getting bitten by no-see-ums is with no-see-um netting. No-see-um netting often dense, but will physically stop these pesky flies. Mosquito Curtains Inc. now offers a unique no-see-um mesh, made of a gorgeous polyester, that will elegantly protect you and your family.

The No-see-um Netting Curtain is made of a sturdy 100% polyester no-see-um screen suitable for regular outdoor use..

While no-see-um screening acts as a physical barrier, the advantage of the curtain is that it is seasonally removable. Many in the north find permanent screen porches difficult to maintain during the winter months. Because the curtain is removable and washable, it can easily be removed and stored during the months when these insects are not prevalent.