18 x 16 fibreglass, grey, 0.011 in / 0.279 mm, 66% open area, non combustible, will not rust, corrode or stain
Midge mesh
20 x 20 fibreglass, black, 0.013 in / 0.33 mm, 45% open area. Stops no-see-ums, gnats and sand flies
Pet mesh
10 x 16 heavy duty vinyl coated polyester, black, resists cat and dog claws
Cut sizes
1000mm x 1000mm, 1500mm x 1500mm, 2000mm x 2000mm
Fits
Window and door flyscreens, both ours and other makes
Shipping & returns
Tracked delivery anywhere in Australia. It is free on orders of $100 or more, and a flat $27.50 below that. Allow 5 to 7 days, after a 24 to 48 hour handling time.
Changed your mind? Contact us within 30 days of delivery and send it back unused and in resaleable condition. We refund the price you paid. You cover the cost of returning it unless the item is faulty. This is our own policy: Australian law does not give a general cooling off right on an online purchase.
If it arrives faulty, damaged or not as described, we put it right at no cost to you under the Australian Consumer Law, return postage included.
Great service and product. This flyscreen is easy to install and works really well keeping Flys out of the house. The cats are still able to get out their cat flap too. Much sturdier fabric then what you can buy at Bunnings or Mitre 10. Highly recommended
Not only is the screen fantastic, I don't think I have ever had better customer service and communications in my long life.
Thank you so Budget Screens, I'll be a customer my whole life.
Keep up the great work.
Guy
The most satisfied i have been with a product in a long time. They delivered above expectations. I was looking for a fly screen and ordered with bespoke measurements to fit my sliding door. Their instructions were very clear and the product fits perfectly. Materials are robust, magnets are strong and it looks very good now that it is installed. So much crap is sold online, this company is a stand out. I am a very satisfied customer ( and now flies free:))
I needed a simple to install, simple to use product, to combat incessant flies coming in through our upstairs balcony in Brisbane. The door being open is essential for the all important breeze, but the flies were unwelcome. Magnetic options were not ideal, and traditional fly screen mesh blocks the breeze. Amazingly, the dangling chains block no breeze, do not block the view much as the loops in the chain are quite open, and not a single fly!!! And I can just unhook it and take it down if I do not want it there all the time. Also amazingly, this product was delivered in just a few days, in the days before Christmas. Tick, tick, tick. Highly recommend the product and company for prompt service.
I have ordered 3 screens from the magnetic door company. They are on the outside of my house and I leave them up all summer. They last about 2 years with the wear and tear but I would recommend them - they keep the mosquitos and flies out and are simple to use and do not detract from my view
Fantastic screen door, perfect for the dog to get in and out. Made to the exact custom measurements I asked for. Great quality material. Very friendly, responsive customer service and communication when ordering
this is the second time I have purchased a custom made fly screen for my bifolding doors in the kitchen. the service was great, the installation process was simple. my first flyscreen lasted several years and hopefully this one will last even longer.
I would definitely recommend the screen door company,we ordered our fly screen with no issues,it was quick and simple to order and arrived a week early,it was easy to put up and we love it
You can change your mind. Under the Australian Consumer Law you have 14 days from delivery to cancel for any reason, and a further 14 days to send it back in resaleable condition. We refund the price you paid, including standard delivery.
If it turns up faulty, damaged or not as described, that is on us. The the Australian Consumer Law covers you, we pay the return postage, and you can have a repair, a replacement or your money back. Read the full detail on our refunds and returns page, or ask us anything before you order.
Rescreening a flyscreen you already own. It is the mesh on its own, cut to a manageable square, for when the mesh has torn or perished and the frame is still good.
Which mesh do I need?
Match what is in the frame now, or upgrade while it is apart. Standard 18 x 16 grey is the everyday mesh, midge 20 x 20 black stops no-see-ums and sand flies, and 10 x 16 pet mesh survives claws.
What are the standard mesh specifications?
18 x 16 threads per square inch, grey, woven from permanent glass yarn with a protective vinyl coating. Thread diameter 0.011 inches or 0.279 millimetres, 66% open area.
What are the midge mesh specifications?
20 x 20 threads per square inch, black. Thread diameter 0.013 inches or 0.33 millimetres, 45% open area. It is also sold as no-see-um screen.
What are the pet mesh specifications?
10 x 16 threads per square inch in heavy duty vinyl coated polyester yarn, black. It is considerably stronger than fibreglass.
What sizes do the cut pieces come in?
1000mm x 1000mm, 1500mm x 1500mm and 2000mm x 2000mm.
Which size should I order?
The one that covers your frame with a little spare all round. Measure the frame including the spline channel, not just the visible mesh.
How do I rescreen a frame?
Pull the old spline out, lay the new mesh over the frame with a little spare, roll the spline back into the channel with a spline roller, then trim the excess with a blade.
How tight should the mesh be?
Under light, even tension. Too loose and it ripples; too tight and it bows the frame. Work opposite sides alternately rather than going round in one direction.
Does it fray when I cut it?
No. The vinyl coating on the fibreglass holds the weave together at the cut, so it does not unravel.
Will it fit a frame that is not ours?
Yes. Mesh is mesh. It works in any standard spline framed window or door screen.
Can I use it on a door screen?
Yes, on a framed door screen. Check the frame size against the cut sizes first, because a tall door frame may need the roll instead.
Should I buy the cut piece or the roll?
The cut piece for one or two windows. The roll for a whole house, a patio enclosure, or if you want stock on hand. The roll is the cheaper way to buy the same mesh in quantity.
Is the mesh flammable?
The fibreglass meshes are non combustible and will not rust, corrode or stain.
Will it stand up to sun?
The vinyl coating is what protects the colour and the flexibility, and it is made for exterior use. Pet mesh, being polyester, is the toughest of the three.
Which mesh is most see through?
Standard grey. Midge is darker because the weave is tighter, and pet mesh is the heaviest thread of the three.
Which mesh gives the most airflow?
Standard, at 66% open area. Midge is 45%. Pet mesh sits between the two in practice, because the thread is heavier but the weave is more open.
Will midge mesh stop mosquitoes too?
Yes. Anything that stops a no-see-um stops a mosquito comfortably.
Do I need any special tools?
A spline roller helps and costs very little. Otherwise scissors or a blade and a steady hand.
Can I reuse the old spline?
Usually, if it is still soft. If it has gone hard or cracked, replace it: hard spline is what makes mesh pop out a season later.
Does the mesh come with spline?
No. This is the mesh only.
Can I get a colour other than grey or black?
No. Standard is grey, midge and pet are black.
How much spare should I allow?
About 5 centimetres beyond the frame on each side. It gives you something to hold while you roll the spline in.
Will it work on a security screen?
No. A security screen uses a steel or aluminium mesh and is a different product. This is insect screening.
What does delivery cost?
Delivery is free anywhere in Australia on orders of $100 or more. Below that it is a flat $27.50, which is also the express rate, so one price covers the order however many items are in it.
How long does delivery take?
Allow 5 to 7 days to your door, after a 24 to 48 hour handling and processing time on our end.
Do you deliver outside Australia?
No. We deliver within Australia only.
Do your prices include GST?
Yes. Every price on the site is the GST inclusive price, and the free delivery threshold is measured on the GST inclusive total too.
Can I return it if I change my mind?
Yes. You have 30 days to return an unused item in its original packaging for a refund. Nothing here affects your rights under the Australian Consumer Law if the mesh is faulty, not fit for purpose or not as described.
How do I track my order?
Use the tracking code from your confirmation email on our Track Your Parcel page.
The complete guide
Buying Guide
6 min readBudget Screens
Which mesh to order
Match what you are replacing, or upgrade while the frame is apart. Standard grey is the everyday mesh. Midge is a tighter black weave for no-see-ums and sand flies, which is what you want near water. Pet mesh is the heavy vinyl coated polyester that survives claws.
Rescreening a frame
Take the old spline out, lay the new mesh over the frame with a little spare all round, roll the spline back into the channel and trim the excess with a blade. Keep the mesh under a light, even tension so it does not ripple.
Cut piece or roll
This is the cut piece, sized for one or two windows. If you are doing a whole house or a patio enclosure, the fiberglass screen roll is the cheaper way to buy the same mesh.
Replacement fibreglass insect screen mesh sold by Budget Screens, as cut pieces rather than rolls. Three meshes: standard 18x16 grey fibreglass at 66% open area, midge 20x20 black at 45% open area for no-see-ums and sand flies, and 10x16 heavy duty vinyl coated polyester pet mesh. Three cut sizes, 1000mm, 1500mm and 2000mm square. Cuts to shape with scissors or a blade. Delivered across Australia only. Free delivery over $100, otherwise a flat $27.50 which is also the express rate. All prices include GST.
Fibreglass Screen Mesh - Midge Mesh, 1000mm x 1000mm, Midge Mesh, 1000mm x 1000mm
