Residential windows
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Stainless Steel Insect Screen
Stainless Steel Window Screen
Stainless steel window screen, also known as stainless steel insect screen or fly screen mesh, is a fine plain-weave mesh of stainless steel wire used in windows and doors to keep out insects while letting in air and light.
- Material
- 304 / 316 stainless steel
- Mesh
- 14 × 14 – 20 × 20
- Wire diameter
- 0.18 – 0.25 mm
- Finish
- Natural or black coated
- Roll width
- 0.6 – 1.5 m
- Roll length
- 30.5 m
Fine insect screen mesh in rolls. Custom mesh, wire, widths and lengths available.
What is stainless steel window screen?
Stainless steel window screen is woven from fine stainless steel wire in a plain weave. It is stronger and lasts longer than fiberglass screen, does not sag or tear easily, and is hard for pets, birds and rodents to damage.
The mesh count sets what the screen keeps out. 14 and 16 mesh give the most airflow and still stop flies and mosquitoes; 18 × 16 is the most common window screen; 20 × 20 also stops very small insects such as midges.
304 stainless steel is the standard grade. 316 is recommended near the sea. A black coating reduces glare, so the screen is less visible from inside and the view looks clearer.
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Stainless Steel Window Screen Specifications
Standard configuration for stainless steel insect screen rolls.
| Item | Standard specification |
|---|---|
| Material | Stainless steel 304 or 316 |
| Weave | Plain weave |
| Mesh count | 14 × 14, 16 × 16, 18 × 16, 18 × 18, 20 × 20 |
| Wire diameter | 0.18–0.25 mm standard; 0.28–0.40 mm heavy duty |
| Opening | About 1.6 mm (14 mesh) to 1.1 mm (20 mesh) |
| Finish | Natural stainless steel; black coated |
| Roll width | 0.6 / 0.9 / 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.5 m |
| Roll length | 30.5 m standard; custom lengths |
| Packing | Each roll in plastic film and a carton or woven bag; cartons on pallets; custom packing on request |
Custom mesh counts, wire diameters, widths, lengths, finishes and packing are available. Send your mesh count, wire diameter, roll size and quantity for a quotation.
Applications
Screen doors & patios
Hinged and sliding screen doors and patio enclosures.
Coastal & humid areas
316 mesh for homes and hotels near the sea.
Kitchens, farms & food plants
Ventilation openings where pests must be kept out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Stainless steel or fiberglass window screen, which is better?
Stainless steel is stronger, lasts longer and is harder for pets and rodents to damage. Fiberglass is lighter, cheaper and easier to install. For long life or coastal use, choose stainless steel.
What does mesh count mean?
Mesh count is the number of wires per inch in each direction. 18 × 16 means 18 wires per inch one way and 16 the other. A higher count gives smaller openings.
Which mesh count keeps out mosquitoes?
16 × 16 and 18 × 16 mesh keep out mosquitoes and flies. Choose 20 × 20 if you also need to stop very small insects such as midges.
Will stainless steel window screen rust?
304 stainless steel resists rust in normal conditions. Near the sea, use 316, which contains molybdenum for better resistance to salt.
Why choose black-coated mesh?
The black coating reduces reflection, so the screen is less visible from inside and the view outside looks clearer.
What information do you need for a quotation?
Stainless steel grade, mesh count, wire diameter, finish, roll width and length, quantity, and the destination port.
