Roller insect screens in intense sun on the Costa Blanca

Why this solution?

A good insect screen allows ventilation while keeping mosquitoes and other insects outside without daily hassle. The right type depends on the window, door, sliding direction, available space and use.

The best choice is the solution that people use naturally. That is why we discuss who operates the system, when protection is needed and how much visibility, ventilation, privacy or shading should remain.

Technical check before ordering

We measure the actual frame and check shutters, handles, tracks and obstacles. A pleated screen door may be practical for a sliding patio door; a removable window screen is often suitable for a tilt-and-turn window.

A bespoke product can only function properly when the measuring method matches the system. We record the width, height, projection, installation side and operation, and check doors, window sills, shutter boxes, downpipes and other obstacles.

Specific considerations for the Costa Blanca

Homes and projects with different orientations, fabric properties and desired times of shade feature a wide variety of façades and frames. The location may be sheltered, but it may also be fully exposed to sun or wind. That is why we do not base a proposal on a photograph alone. A local survey prevents an attractive solution from being applied incorrectly from a technical perspective.

From La Nucía, we schedule projects throughout the Costa Blanca as part of our regular service area. For multiple products, measuring, power supply, installation and operation can be combined in a single plan.

Colour, fabric, mesh and finish

The frame colour and mesh should blend in as unobtrusively as possible. Pets, children and frequent passage require extra attention to bottom guides, closure and ease of operation.

We prefer to view samples next to the frame, façade brickwork and interior. Bright Spanish light changes colours considerably. Neutral shades may appear warmer or cooler, and dark materials become hotter; we take this into account without turning personal taste into a technical fairy tale.

Manual, electric or solar

Manual operation is straightforward, but electric operation can be much more convenient for large or frequently used systems. Solar is particularly interesting when wiring is difficult. The size, weight, frequency of use and available position for a solar panel determine whether it is a sensible choice.

For motorisation, we discuss wall transmitters, remote controls, any sensors and operation per product or group. A wind sensor helps, but does not make solar shading indestructible; responsible use remains essential in strong winds.

What determines the price?

The price depends on the size, system, frame colour, fabric or mesh, motor, accessibility and mounting surface. Installation on a straight, easily accessible façade is different from working at height, above a patio cover or on a surface requiring additional anchoring.

After measuring, you receive a proposal in which the product and installation are considered together. This means you are not comparing a bare online price with a complete, installed bespoke product.

Maintenance in the coastal climate

Sand and salt require regular but gentle maintenance. Carefully rinse profiles and guides, remove dirt before it starts to cause abrasion and do not use aggressive cleaning products. Moving parts should not be treated randomly with grease or spray; follow the system’s maintenance advice.

Do not leave a product wet and rolled up or folded for long periods, and check after strong winds that everything moves freely. Addressing noise, uneven movement or stiffness early often prevents more serious damage.

Common mistakes with bespoke solar shading and insect screens

A common mistake is ordering based on a rough wall opening. Frames are not always straight, tile edges may protrude, and a shutter or door handle may sit exactly within the movement area. Wind resistance is also sometimes treated as an absolute figure, whereas size, installation, façade position and correct use together determine what is responsible.

A second mistake is choosing the cheapest system first and only considering power, installation and operation afterwards. This can result in visible cables, an awkward crank or a cassette that obstructs the door. With bespoke products, the complete usage situation should be established before production.

Combining solutions for a cooler and more comfortable home

External solar shading is most effective when heat is stopped before it enters through the glass. This can be combined with internal solar shading for atmosphere and privacy. Insect screens then make it possible to ventilate during cooler hours without an invasion of mosquitoes. The products therefore serve different purposes and can reinforce one another.

Not every façade needs the same system. A zip screen may be logical for a large glass frontage, a shutter for a bedroom and a pleated screen door for a frequently used patio door. Coordinating the colour and operation keeps the overall appearance calm, while each opening receives the technically appropriate solution.

Checklist for a good quotation

• Are the exact dimensions, system type and installation position specified?
• Are the frame colour, fabric or mesh type and operation confirmed?
• Are the motor, transmitter, sensors and electrical connection included?
• Is it clear who will dismantle and dispose of existing products?
• Are access equipment, accessibility, mounting materials and adjustment included?
• Will you receive instructions on use, wind and maintenance after installation?

These points make quotations easier to compare and prevent essential components from appearing as surprises during installation.

From advice to installation

1. Discuss the opening, sun orientation and use.
2. Have the dimensions and mounting surface checked.
3. Choose the design, colour and operation using actual samples.
4. Receive a complete price for the bespoke product and installation.
5. Have the system installed, adjusted and explained.

Advice from Port of Altea

Would you like to know which design is suitable? Contact us or visit our showroom in La Nucía. Also view the main page about bespoke insect screens.