If you're handy with a sewing machine or stitching by hand, you can make your own mosquito net. It isn't the easiest of projects, nor the most interesting, but it certainly makes up for that with its functionality (and decorative effect if that's all you're using it for). There are two projects suggested in this article, one for a more decorative effect and one for protective effect. Choose whichever applies most to your needs.
Making the frame
If you haven't already prepared the wood as required under "Things You'll Need", cut it now. The pieces should be as follows:4 x 48” (1.2 metres) (legs)2 x 55” (1.4 metres) (frame widths)2 x 75” (1.9 metres) (frame lengths).
Attach the 55" (1.4 metre) and 75" (1.9 metre) pieces so that they form a frame. Use 2-inch (0.78") nails to nail together the pieces of wood.
Add the legs. Use 2-inch (0.78") nails again to attach the legs at each corner of the frame.
Lift the frame up and rest it over the bed. It must surround the bed completely.
Requirements
Way 1:
5 metres (196.8 metres) of mosquito netting (as fine as possible for the best coverage); choose a color that matches the bedroom theme if making for decorative purposes
Matching thread (or invisible thread)
A side drape rod (wall-mounted) and screws
Acorn end for drape rod
Way 2:
Needle and thread if the mesh isn't in a single piece
174” x 195” – 449.1cm x 495.3cm – 26 yards (23.7 metres) of fine mesh (see Tips for mesh gauge if keeping out Anopheles mosquitoes); however, you can also use alternatives to mesh, such as a cotton or polyester sheet, old linens or clothing, etc., provided it has no holes in it (same measurements)
1 x 1 wood (total: 38’ – 12.5m, cut into: 4 x 48” for legs, 2 x 55” for frame widths, 2 x 75” for frame lengths)
8 x 2” (5cm) spiralled nails
4 x 1” (2.5cm) nails
4 x plastic-rubber washers or bottle caps (to prevent the fabric ripping on the nails)
Hammer
Saw
Measuring tape
Scissors
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