What Is a Two Way Retractable Pleated Fly Screen?
A two way fly screen — also called a bi-directional fly screen or double-opening mosquito screen — is a door screen that can be pushed open from either direction. Unlike a standard hinged fly screen that only opens outward, the two way screen swings freely in both directions and automatically springs closed behind you every time.
The mechanism works through a set of spring-loaded hinges or a central pivot system mounted to the door frame. You push the screen from the inside when going out, and push from the outside when coming in — no need to hold handles, unlatch anything, or prop the door open. It simply swings and closes.
This makes the two way fly screen the most practical mosquito net option for any door in Dubai that is used frequently throughout the day — kitchen back doors, garden entrance doors, maid entrances, utility doors, and any passage where your hands may be full when passing through.
How the Two Way Fly Screen Works
The two way fly screen uses a spring-return hinge mechanism mounted at the top and bottom of the screen frame. The screen is centred in the door opening and pivots around a vertical axis. When pushed from either side, it swings open and then automatically returns to the closed, flat position through spring tension.
Key features of the mechanism:
- Auto-closing: Returns to shut position every time — insects can never enter through a forgotten open door
- Push from both sides: No handles, no latches — just push and walk through
- Smooth tension control: The closing speed can be adjusted so it does not slam
- Full-height mesh panel: The entire door opening is covered with fiber mesh at all times
- Silent operation: Smooth, quiet swing — no banging or rattling
Best Uses for a Two Way Fly Screen in Dubai
The two way fly screen is the ideal choice whenever a door is used heavily throughout the day and you need hands-free, automatic insect protection:
🍳 Kitchen Back Doors
Constantly in and out with food, groceries, and hands full. The auto-closing two way screen keeps flies and insects out without you needing to touch it.
🌿 Garden Entrance Doors
Kids and pets running in and out all day. A two way screen handles high-frequency traffic without ever being left accidentally open.
🏠 Maid or Staff Entrances
Service doors used throughout the day for deliveries, cleaning, and access. The two way fly screen provides permanent insect protection with zero effort.
🔧 Utility and Laundry Doors
Often overlooked, utility doors are common insect entry points. A two way fly screen seals them automatically on every use.
🐕 Pet Doors
Dogs and cats come and go constantly. A properly sized two way screen allows pet movement while keeping mosquitoes and flies firmly outside.
🏊 Pool Access Doors
Dubai pool areas generate mosquito activity in the evenings. A two way fly screen on the pool entrance door is one of the most effective barriers.
Frame Colours & Mesh Options
Like all DreamFlyScreen products, the two way fly screen frame is available in any aluminium colour — white, grey, black, brown, bronze, champagne, or any custom RAL colour. We match your existing door frame exactly so the fly screen looks permanently built in.
Mesh colour options:
- Grey mesh — classic and neutral, suits most frame colours
- Dark grey mesh — subtle, works with both light and dark frames
- Black mesh — sharp and modern, most popular with dark or black frames
Two Way Fly Screen Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Opening mechanism | Spring-loaded bi-directional — pushes open from both sides |
| Closing mechanism | Automatic spring return — closes fully after every use |
| Frame material | Powder-coated aluminium — rust-free, heat-resistant |
| Frame colour | Any colour — white, grey, black, brown, bronze, custom RAL |
| Mesh material | Premium fiber mesh — tightly woven, UV stable |
| Mesh colour | Grey, dark grey, or black |
| Best for door width | Up to approximately 100cm (single door) |
| Sizing | 100% custom made to your exact door measurements |
| Installation time | 4–7 days from free measurement visit |
| Starting price | From AED 800 |
| Warranty | 1 year on frame, mesh, and mechanism |
Two Way vs Other Fly Screen Types
Choosing the right fly screen type depends on how your door is used. Here is how the two way fly screen compares:
| Two Way | Single | Double | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opens from both sides | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Auto-closes | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Hands-free operation | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Best for wide openings | ✗ No | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Ideal for high-traffic | ✓ Best | Average | Average |
| Starting price | AED 800 | AED 450 | AED 650 |
| Any frame colour | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
Our Installation Process
Free Measurement Visit
We visit your property anywhere in Dubai, measure your door opening precisely, and advise on the best screen type and frame colour.
Custom Manufacturing
Your two way fly screen is built to your exact measurements at our Deira workshop. Frame colour matched, mesh stretched under tension.
Professional Installation
Our team installs and calibrates the spring mechanism for smooth operation. Full process takes 4–7 days from measurement.