Which fly-screen system suits your home?
When choosing the right insect protection, many customers in Waltrop and the Ruhr region face the question: fixed frame, roller insect screen, hinged frame or sliding screen? Each system has its strengths – we explain when each is the best choice.
Fixed frame – the classic for windows
Best choice for: Bedrooms, children's rooms, living-room windows
Advantages: - The most affordable system - Extremely sturdy and durable - Almost invisible thanks to slim aluminium profiles - The simplest installation (clip-on system)
Disadvantages: - Has to be removed to open the window - Not suitable for doors
Roller insect screen – flexible when needed
Best choice for: Kitchen windows, windows with window boxes
Advantages: - Rolls up out of the way when not in use - The window remains easily accessible - Soft retraction mechanism
Disadvantages: - More expensive than a fixed frame - The mechanism needs minimal maintenance
Hinged frame – the door solution
Best choice for: Balcony and patio doors
Advantages: - Sturdy and durable - Magnetic catch closes automatically - Weather-resistant in wind and rain
Disadvantages: - Needs swing space when opening
Sliding screen – for large glazed fronts
Best choice for: Lift-and-slide doors, wide patio openings
Advantages: - Space-saving, doesn't swing into the room - Flat floor track – almost step-free - Ideal for openings up to 3 m wide
Disadvantages: - Top of the price range - More complex installation
Our recommendation for Waltrop and the surrounding area
For most homes, we recommend the following combination:
- check_circle**Windows:** Fixed frame (affordable, sturdy, almost invisible)
- check_circle**Balcony door:** Hinged frame (robust, automatic closing)
- check_circle**Wide patio door:** Sliding screen (space-saving, ideal for large openings)
All systems: drill-free installation possible
Whichever system you choose – we install in Waltrop, Datteln, Castrop-Rauxel, Lünen, Gelsenkirchen, Essen and the entire Ruhr region completely without drilling on request. Ideal for rented flats and for owners who want to protect their window frames.
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Not sure which system is right for you? Arrange a free consultation. We'll bring samples of every system and help you find the perfect solution for your home.