When you replace the screens use bronze or aluminium wire screen instead of fibreglass plastic which gets degraded by the sun even when the birds aren t using it.
Bird resistant window screen.
This innovative outdoor mesh screen is stronger and more durable carcinogen free pet resistant and comes with a 10 year warranty.
What you get with super screen second generation is quality longevity and value.
When done effectively external screens can break up reflections or can slow birds down before they hit the glass.
Don t purchase a knock off.
This is undoubtedly one of the most effective ways to protect the feathered wildlife.
This is especially important at night when interior lights are in use.
These adhesive dots applied to the outside of your windows create an effective frit pattern.
Screw hooks and suction cup brackets included with purchase secure the screen to a window or sliding door.
10 per 24 x 32 window.
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Close window drapes or blinds partially or completely whenever possible.
You may never have to re screen again.
Cover the glass outside your windows with a taut stretch of mesh netting also known fruit or crop netting at least 3 inches away from the glass.
If hummingbirds are a problem the spacing should be reduced to a 2 inch by 2 inch grid.
Window screenor a light net attach this at least 2 3 from the window.
These screens prevent impact even if birds attempt to fly through it.
Feather friendly diy estimated cost.
Install external screens or netting on windows.
An attractive transparent black fiberglass screen that hangs loosely in front of a pane of glass providing a gentle cushion for birds that strike it.
The device won t interfere with the décor of your lawn or window screen area.
22 26 for windows 24 or 26 for a sliding door screen web.
When the screen or net is taut birds will bounce off imagine a trampoline without getting caught.
Try some of the following ideas to make your windows safer.
By using the natural breeze to spin wobble vibrate and clack the whirlybird create lifelike movement that can naturally keep birds away from window screens without you having to lift a finger.
To deter small birds vertical markings on windows need to be spaced no more than 4 inches apart and horizontal markings no more than 2 inches apart across the entire window.