No need to throw away your torn mosquito net! š¦ I found a simple and nearly free way to fix even a big hole, and now it looks as good as new š No more tape disastersājust a reliable, budget-friendly solution! š” Sharing the method in the article š
Recently, I had to repair a torn mosquito net. The usual methodāpatching with reinforced tapeāwas no longer effective. The tape didnāt stick well and blocked airflow, which defeated the purpose of the net.
Since the old patch wasnāt holding up, I removed it easily and looked for a better solution that would allow air to pass through while staying firmly in place.
Hereās a simple and inexpensive way to fix a mosquito net, which anyone can do.
First, I trimmed the damaged edges of the net using small cutters, which worked faster and more neatly than scissors.
Then, I cut a rectangular patch from a similar mesh material to cover the hole.
For securing the patch, I used self-adhesive serpianka (fiberglass mesh tape), which is available at any hardware store. The advantage of self-adhesive tape is that it eliminates the need for extra glue.
The patch should be slightly larger than the holeāabout 10-15 mm on each sideāfor a secure hold. To reinforce it, I placed two strips of serpianka over the damaged area, overlapping them slightly to create smaller mesh openings.
In my case, fine mesh wasnāt necessary, as larger insects, like wasps, were already getting through the old damaged net.
For extra durability, I applied serpianka on both sides of the net, pressing it firmly against a solid surface to ensure it stuck well.
Now, the mosquito net is repaired and looks much neater than before. Unlike duct tape, which barely worked, this solution maintains airflow while providing a strong hold.
Of course, replacing the entire net is always an option, but this quick fix saved me time and effort. If you have other repair methods, feel free to share them in the comments!
