Choosing a mosquito net

Looking for a mosquito net? We make premium nets in three fabrics — cotton, polyester and pure mulberry silk — and four styles — box, round, temple and freestanding pop-up — for every bed size from Single to Super King. Cotton is our most popular for everyday use, polyester is the practical and affordable choice, and silk is a decorative luxury canopy. Used properly, every net gives complete protection from mosquitoes. We've been making them for thirty years and ship free across mainland USA.

That experience — three decades supplying homes and luxury eco-resorts in some of the most insect-heavy parts of the world — is why we don't sell cheap, disposable nets, and why we've never sold on Amazon. When you buy from us, you buy directly from the specialists.

Choosing by fabric

Most people choose by climate, budget and how they want the bedroom to look. Here's the quick comparison, with detail below.

Cotton — natural, breathable, our most popular

Our cotton netting is woven to 256 holes per square inch from 100% natural cotton, with no synthetic blends. It's fine enough to keep mosquitoes out while staying soft and breathable, so it feels cooler on warm, humid nights than synthetic netting. The weave is run-proof — it won't ladder or break down in the wash — and the whole net is machine washable: a gentle cold cycle, dried in shade, never tumble-dried, as heat shrinks cotton permanently. Cared for that way, a cotton net lasts around a decade; our resort clients use theirs daily for years.

One thing cotton owners mention again and again: in midge- and sandfly-prone regions, they find cotton seems to discourage those tiny biting insects better than smoother netting — we believe because of the microscopic fibrous hairs in natural cotton thread. This is drawn from thirty years of our own and our customers' experience, not laboratory testing — but it's the feedback we regularly receive. Shop cotton mosquito nets.

Silk — the luxury choice

Our silk bed canopies are pure mulberry silk: gossamer-fine georgette curtains that float in the breeze, with silk satin hems that give them weight and a beautiful display. This is the fabric you'll see framing four-poster beds in luxury and exclusive homes — chosen when the canopy is a feature, and not really for protection. Explore our pure silk bed canopies, or browse the wider decorative bed-canopy range.

Polyester — practical, sheer, affordable

Polyester is the most accessible choice and the easiest to live with. Woven to 360 holes per square inch, it's sheer enough to see through — some people prefer that open, airy feel — and it's light, quick to wash and ideal for guest rooms, children's rooms and travel. Shop polyester mosquito nets.

Choosing by style

We make four shapes, and most double as a decorative bed canopy as well as insect protection.

• Box — the structured rectangular shape, with four openings for complete enclosure. It needs at least four points of attachment and can hang from the ceiling, a frame, or a four-poster. Available for every size from Single through to Super King. See box nets.
• Round — the classic look, suspended from a single ceiling point for a soft, romantic drape. Roomy inside and simple to hang. See round nets.
• Temple — our most versatile. One size fits beds from Twin through to King, plus daybeds, with three openings for easy access. You'll find it alongside our round nets, as both hang from a single point.
• Freestanding pop-up — needs no fixings at all. It springs open to a self-supporting dome in seconds and is floorless, so you can use it almost anywhere. Packs down to 29 inches across and weighs just 2.8 lbs. See the pop-up net.

A quick word on sizing

Bigger is better. It's easy to gather or tuck a little extra netting into the corners, but a net that's too small never works well — so when you're between sizes, size up.

Frequently asked questions

Which fabric should I choose?

For everyday use, comfort and a natural look, most customers choose cotton — especially in warm, humid climates. Choose silk for a decorative, luxurious centrepiece, or polyester for a sheer, see-through net at the most affordable price.

Do your nets keep mosquitoes out?

Yes. Used properly — correctly sized and sealed around the bed — every net we make provides complete protection from mosquitoes. That's what they're designed to do.

What about tiny insects like midges and sandflies?

Many of our cotton customers tell us they notice a real difference with midges and sandflies, which we put down to the fibrous hairs in natural cotton. This is based on thirty years of experience and customer feedback rather than laboratory testing.

How long will a net last?

With proper care, a quality cotton net lasts around a decade — the run-proof weave is built to survive years of washing and the occasional cat's claw. Our resort clients are the proof: they use their nets daily, year after year.

Can I wash it?

Yes — our cotton and polyester nets are machine washable. Use a gentle cold cycle and dry in shade. The one firm rule: never tumble-dry cotton, as the heat shrinks it permanently.

Which style suits my bed?

Box for full, permanent enclosure; round for a simple, decorative drape; temple if you want one net that fits almost any bed; and freestanding pop-up for travel or instant, no-fixings setup.

Why do your nets cost more than the cheap ones?

Because they're a different product. A cheap net is built to a price and rarely lasts a season; ours are built to the standard luxury resorts demand, in fabrics chosen to last for years. You're not paying more for the same thing — you're buying once instead of every summer.

Where do you ship from?

Cotton and polyester nets ship free within mainland USA from our North Carolina warehouse, usually dispatched within one to two business days. Our pure silk nets ship from Australia by express courier. We're not on Amazon — you're always buying directly from us.

Browse the full range below — every net we sell is one we'd hang over our own bed, and the customer reviews on each product will help you choose. For more on materials, sizing and care, see The Complete Guide to Mosquito Nets.

Last reviewed: June 2026.