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11-23-2015, 09:51 AM
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Screens
Is the screen material used by FR sufficient for No-seeums?
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11-23-2015, 09:52 AM
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Since I can't "see-um", I don't know! 
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11-23-2015, 09:58 AM
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I don't think anything can keep ALL the critters out.
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11-23-2015, 10:05 AM
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No.
The typical window screen is 18x16 mesh per square inch, .011 diameter.
No-See-Um screening is 20x20 mesh, .013 diameter.
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11-23-2015, 06:01 PM
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I think they may use something a bit smaller than standard window screen......just curious if it's small enough to keep these guys at bay while in Key West next month.
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11-23-2015, 06:39 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Trevor43
I think they may use something a bit smaller than standard window screen......just curious if it's small enough to keep these guys at bay while in Key West next month.
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I gave you the specifications on no see ums screen just above.
It is a tighter weave with larger strands which makes the holes much smaller.
Your RV does not have screens that will keep out noseeum bugs.
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11-23-2015, 06:41 PM
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Well alrighty then
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11-23-2015, 06:46 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dan-nickie
I gave you the specifications on no see ums screen just above.
It is a tighter weave with larger strands which makes the holes much smaller.
Your RV does not have screens that will keep out noseeum bugs.
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I can agree with the expert on this one as well. Only from practical experience. We make sure the windows are closed at sunset or they will come in and get you. It seems like a nasty year for them. Dan what would it take to replace the screen with the smaller screen?
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11-23-2015, 07:48 PM
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Nice. Thanks Dan!
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11-23-2015, 07:55 PM
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Sorry but what the heck is a no see um?? Don't have those in my neck of the woods.
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11-23-2015, 08:08 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wana65stang
Sorry but what the heck is a no see um?? Don't have those in my neck of the woods.
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The scourge of warm weather. I see them mostly in the south. Tiny little bat like bugs that will drive a person crazy.
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11-23-2015, 08:26 PM
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Ok, you can keep them then 
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11-24-2015, 11:33 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dan-nickie
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This technique is right on as I have done many screens in my day.....now if you have an idea for my popup bunk end screens and window screens...I'm a listening
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11-24-2015, 12:25 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Trevor43
This technique is right on as I have done many screens in my day.....now if you have an idea for my popup bunk end screens and window screens...I'm a listening
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Don't know anything about pop up screens. But I assume that they are sewn into the fabric somehow? If you are changing them, I would suggest using 18x14 patio and pool screen. It is also .013 diameter and is stronger than standard screen.
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11-29-2015, 06:45 PM
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I was not even aware screen was sold as No-see-um. Interesting.
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12-09-2015, 09:48 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wana65stang
Sorry but what the heck is a no see um?? Don't have those in my neck of the woods.
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They are as small as a grain of pepper and will make your life miserable with bites from things you just can't see !!
Sitting on my patio at early dusk tonight and when I came in the house my ankles started itching like crazy, had to run for the hydrocortisone cream to stop the itch !! Not usually a problem till this season since I don't live near the water. 
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12-09-2015, 09:50 PM
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Are they like Chiggers?
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