Mosquito Net Confusion

Nick-H

I've seen that Lifesystems stuff in London: Expensive, eh? But I never could find the self-supporting type of net that sits on the bed, or I would have bought one.

How do you cope with the fan? I hate sleeping under a draughty fan anyway, but the vast majority of people wouldn't agree with me!

I'd also agree about the Odomos lotion. A little goes a long way and is easier to apply than the stuff out of the tube. But many places only sell the tubes of cream, and that is a lot better than nothing. I don't know what some people find so objectionable in the Odomos smell; I quite like it!

Do fold the net under the mattress: if you leave it hanging, a mossie will find its way in. It is remarkable how they do it, but they will!

Double bed, two single nets? Here's hoping the double net is needed by the end of the holiday!

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emmac82

for a really good insect repllent try life expeditions it's really good. i used to get biten maybe 10 times a night and then i used this and don't think i got 1 after that

pundabee

Luckily, we only need to use a fan when travelling; we are staying in Kumily, Kerala long term (hopefully), which is in the mountains and therefore very cool (some would say freezing cold), so rarely need a fan. But when in locations where a fan is needed there is a conflict of interest in the household. I have no problem with fan draught, but cannot stand the noise of a fan. My partner strangely likes the noise of a fan. Obviously, I have to comply and often have to resort to using ear plugs.

Another reason for using a mosquito net: it is, in some places, possible to sleep with open windows to generate natural airflow. Earplugs recommended.

beach

An old post.....Fighting Mosquitoes: A Beginner’s Guide

kristinm

Ha - as we're travelling with our son I doubt it would matter if we have 2 separate nets on one bed!!!!! It's only just sinking in that the 3 of us will be in the same room for 5 whole weeks!

Nick-H

Poor boy! Having to share a room with his parents for five weeks!







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blackbird

This is a really good point. Sometimes it's really pleasant to be cooled by the breeze at night, especially if you find it hard to sleep with a fan on.

On occasions where the heat has been too unbearable without the fan, I find that if I sleep directly under it I don't get bitten.

I've yet to come across a mosquito net that was so heavy that it wasn't worth carrying round India. As well as string I like to bring gaffer tape (heavy duty sticky tape as used for theatre and concerts etc) because occasionally there's absolutely nothing to attach the net to.

Those freestanding ones look good though, I'll have to check them out.

Barryjames

There is always some place to tie something to. Firstly, get a roll of 22lb breaking strain nylon or polyester braided fishing line. There is bound to be someplace to attach the line to, not necessary to be on the ceiling. Door frame, shelf, cupboard, wooden bit to screw a small hook into, ever some suction caps on the window. You only need one lateral line at a push attached to the wall, although two is better. Not over the bed? Move the bed under the line.

If you purchase the four suspension type (there are actually six loops on mine) you will have a diagram showing the various methods of erecting your net, you can utilise 1, 2, 4, or even 6 of the loops to secure to the fishing line laterals A short length of bootlace (easier to tie and undo) to the loops - to the lateral.

The nets that I purchased were the Global Double available from ‘mountainlife' amongst others.
The construction is fine honeycomb netting
Supplied with compression bag and small hanging kit.
Impregnated with Permethrin
Total weight is 400g (Double size)
Dimensions = 210x120x180cm
The quality is the best that I have encountered to date
Double costs £15 and single £12 (US $30 and $ 25 respectively.
They also come in Black (my choice) or white.

Granted, for a one off night it would be cheaper to hire a couple of local lads to hold the strings?
I personally when sleeping outside, have used a couple of fishing rods to suspend the net from, tree branches and once even the girders of a bridge.

Sleep well and safely.

~ Bad weather always looks dreadful when watching it through a window in a warm comfortable room~
.....Me.....

blackbird

Usually, but not always.

Barryjames

Usually yes, that is exactly what I said.

Are you trekking in the Sahara? if so, are you alone? If not, take turns to hold the string. (you will not need the net anyway, very few mosquitoes)

OK, I am fantasising, my personal experience is that if I do not have the facilities required, I move.

My friend, we are British, we can do what is beyond mere mortals, Tony Blair said so, he must be correct.

~If only you had a little humility, you would be perfect in every way, Sir.~
.....God said that to me, on one of his better days ......

ba9rn

Way off topic; but I loved the edit comment, Barry.

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camelgirl

Another vote for the skeeter defeater free standing net mentioned by several others. It's very easy to put up, with a trial run at home before you leave. And weighs about one pound, maybe less. You can order it directly from the company that makes it at Portable Mosquito nets, Canopy Mosquito Netting, and Bednets from Long Road Travel Supplies I did and they were very nice to deal with.

I bring it but rarely need it. Nevertheless, I like the idea of a sound night's sleep without worry about mossies, should a hotel turn out to be buggy.

freenote

I do like the sound of the pyramid shaped net ,brings out the hippy in me

kristinm

We'll have to build a wall between us, if he sees us touch eachother he'll freak out.. he thinks the whole concept of parental intimacy is revolting! In fact - 12 year old boys are such prudes, India will suit him well as it seems no-one does much touching in public. He does love a cuddle himself though!

I was surprised at how many times hotels have offered me a separate room - would anyone put their child in a separate room???????

Anyway - the nets - I too like an open window and can't sleep if its stuffy, I've made sure that all our rooms have windows,if I had nothing to look out on I think I'd combust! But we are going in Jan - so it might be too cold for open windows??? I'm jsut so reluctant to carry yet more 'essential' stuff!

Nick-H

Why not?

Errr... I'm not a parent, so that might explain it if you think I'm asking a stupid question.

The financial aspect would probably settle it for me, but assuming I could afford two rooms, I would have said "yes".

Oh... and... you and your partner touch each other?

Eeeeeeeaaaaaarrrrrrgh!