How to clean dirty mosquito nets? Read the Windowo guide!
To fully enjoy an airy and insect-free environment, you need to
clean the mosquito nets regularly. Surely you have already noticed that the protective nets you have installed accumulate dirt.
Therefore, to remedy your dirty mosquito net, the first thing you need to know is that there are
different cleaning techniques : based on the
model of the mosquito net and about what is
needed for cleaning .
To
clean pleated, sliding, enveloping, removable mosquito nets, attention must be paid to all their particularities. For this reason, thanks to the practical measures you find in this guide, whatever the mosquito nets in your home are, you can carefully and immediately remove the dirt.
Let's find out how to make our mosquito nets dirty, excellent sanitized protections in a moment.
Here's what you'll learn from this mosquito net cleaning guide:
Bettio kits: the right solution for everyone
The solution that makes owners happy and mosquito nets of all kinds are the
Bettio kits .
On
Windowo you can find all the accessories for the maintenance and cleaning of mosquito nets in 3 different formats.
Kit Bettio: cleaning and maintenance
This handy and practical kit contains:
- Spray Air Jet . It allows you to easily remove dirt and dust for routine sanitation from the mobile guide to the mesh;
- Spray Cleaner . Some cleaners could damage your dirty mosquito net and fail in the sanitizing process, while Bettio's Spray Cleaner is what you want. Specifically designed for cleaning aluminum, it protects your net and gives you the security of an excellent result;
- Lubricant Spray . Periodically lubricate the moving parts, for correct maintenance, allows the mosquito nets to slide properly and without emitting any noise . Furthermore, it is important to avoid the accumulation of dirt inside the mechanisms to avoid frustrating cleaning.
Furthermore, a suggestion is to combine the action of the sprays with that of a damp cloth to distribute the product of the cans and spread it even in the most isolated parts.
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Kit Bettio: air purifier
Thanks to the application of this spray alone, you can clean mosquito nets and
purify the air that passes through it, sanitizing the environment of your home, in
a totally ecological way .
This is made possible by the
photocatalytic action , which eliminates pollutants and harmful agents such as smog, fine dust and pollen, protecting the health of those who live and keeping the mosquito net always clean.
A double effect, one of a kind, all guaranteed by a 100ml can.
In the kit you will also find
a sponge to help you during the application.
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Thanks to these sprays you will be amazed, as with all
Bettio SCENICA® products . And if you already have a Bettio mosquito net, try the even more exclusive treatment offered by the
PROFESSIONAL BETTIO KIT to clean the mosquito nets.
In addition to the three cans Air Jet, Cleaner and Lubricant, you will find a handy case containing also 2 screwdrivers specific for SCENICA® products:
Torx screwdriver and 6mm hexagonal screwdriver .
Clean the removable mosquito nets
When you have the option to disassemble the net or remove it from the window, cleaning the mosquito nets is certainly much easier.
One of the most effective ways is to use the action of the
detergent together with the direct jet of water , to remove the dirt accumulated on the net.
Needed :
- Hose that pumps water or bucket or container
- Cleansing action: ammonia and soap
- Rubber gloves
- Bucket
- Sprayer
Procedure :
- Remove the mosquito net . First, remove the screens from doors and windows and place them on the floor or other flat surface. A tip is to prepare a canvas underneath, so as not to scratch the mosquito net;
- Create the cleaner . In a bucket, mix a cleaning solution with 3L of warm water, 1L of ammonia and soap (dishware is fine too).
- Pour in the solution . Wear rubber gloves and vaporize the solution with a spray or pour the mixture on the net, the important thing is to soak it and let the solution act for a few hours.
- Rinse with a direct jet . This action is very important, because thanks to the force of the water jet, together with the purifying action of the detergent, you can clean the dirty mosquito net.
As for the drying period of the mosquito net, the advice is to let it dry in the air or to use a cloth to absorb the residual moisture.
Clean the mosquito nets without taking them apart
If to clean the mosquito net, you want to avoid disassembling it and at the same time avoid getting dirty inside the house with detergent, the best thing to do is to use a tool:
a sponge moistened with soap and water or a brush to clean the windows or a brush. for clothes .
The important thing is to
avoid rubbing the mesh excessively so as not to damage it.
To make sure that the dirty mosquito net becomes clean in all its parts, also use an
old toothbrush , to reach even the most hidden corner.
Needed :
- Cleaning tool: sponge, cloth, brush, toothbrush
- Detergent: soap and ammonia
- Rubber gloves
- Bucket
Procedure :
- Prepare the workplace . Before you start, put a few sheets of newspaper on the windowsill, around the window / door and on the floor to avoid getting dirty. Also, start by cleaning the mosquito net from top to bottom , so you'll avoid any tears and splashes.
- Create the cleaner . To wax your detergent, mix 3L of warm water, 1L of ammonia and soap (for dishes) in a bucket.
- Moisten the tool . Put on rubber gloves and dip your cleaning tool into the cleaner . Too much impregnate your object is of little use, the important thing is that it is damp in order to act on your dirty mosquito net.
- Rinse . After letting the cleaner rest on the mosquito net for a few hours, soak a cloth in the water and gently remove the substance. Also make sure that the door / window frame or the edge of the mosquito net are completely clean or your task will have been in vain.
This sanitizing action is essential, because mosquito nets are your ally against insects, dust and pollen, which favor the onset of allergies. At the same time, neglecting them or underestimating the importance of regular cleaning, they can accumulate these atmospheric agents and aggravate allergic attacks.
For routine cleaning you can proceed with using a vacuum cleaner, which is ideal for removing dust quickly and effectively.
Our advice
Mosquito nets must also be taken care of during the winter period, otherwise you could run the risk of finding yourself in the summer with broken and fragile mosquito nets. If this has already happened to you,
also read our article on how to fix mosquito nets .
For this, we recommend that you clean your mosquito nets consistently throughout the year and, if your mosquito nets are removable, take them out, clean them and then wrap them around with newspaper until further use.