What Is a Fixed Fly Screen?
A fixed fly screen is a permanent insect mesh panel fitted into a rigid aluminium frame and installed across a window or opening. Unlike retractable fly screens — which fold or slide away when not needed — a fixed fly screen stays permanently in place across the opening at all times.
Fixed fly screens are the most economical type of insect protection and the most structurally robust. Because there is no sliding mechanism or pleated mesh to wear out, a fixed screen is simply a frame and a mesh — and that combination can last many years with almost no maintenance beyond occasional cleaning.
As the World Health Organization confirms, a properly fitting physical mesh barrier is the most effective household insect protection in warm climates. For openings that do not need regular access, a fixed fly screen delivers that protection at the lowest possible cost.
Fixed vs Retractable Fly Screen — Which Is Right for You?
The right choice depends entirely on the opening and how it is used:
✅ Fixed Fly Screen — Best For
- Windows that are rarely or never opened
- Bathroom and utility ventilation windows
- AC duct and air vent openings
- Store room and garage windows
- Any permanent ventilation opening
- Budget-conscious full-property installations
- Secondary bedrooms with low-use windows
↔️ Retractable Fly Screen — Best For
- Doors and windows opened daily
- Living room and bedroom windows
- Balcony and garden access doors
- Kitchen doors with frequent traffic
- Any opening where unobstructed access is needed
- Properties where appearance is a priority
Many Dubai properties benefit from a mix of both: fixed fly screens on bathroom windows, utility vents, and secondary bedroom windows that are rarely opened — and retractable screens on living room, master bedroom, and door openings that are used daily.
Where Fixed Fly Screens Are Used in Dubai Homes
Bathroom Windows
High-ventilation small windows that are rarely opened fully. Fixed screens provide permanent insect protection while allowing constant airflow.
Utility & Laundry Rooms
Service windows and ventilation openings in utility areas where access through the screen is not needed.
Air Vents & AC Openings
Fixed mesh across AC duct openings and ventilation grilles prevents insects entering through permanent air passages.
Store Rooms & Garages
Ventilation windows in storage areas, garages, and service rooms where access through the window is not required.
Secondary Bedrooms
Guest bedroom windows that are rarely opened — fixed screens provide permanent protection at a lower cost than retractable alternatives.
Stairwell Windows
High or hard-to-reach windows in stairwells and internal corridors where permanent fixed protection is the practical choice.
Fixed Fly Screen Construction — Aluminium Frame & Fibre Mesh
Every DreamFlyScreen fixed fly screen is manufactured at our Deira workshop to your exact measurements. The construction is simple and durable:
- Aluminium frame — powder-coated aluminium in any colour. Will not rust, warp, or degrade in Dubai's heat or humidity. Mitre-joined corners for clean appearance.
- Fibre mesh — high-quality insect mesh tensioned across the frame and held with a rubber spline. Will not sag or distort over time. Available in grey, dark grey, and black.
- Fixings — the frame is secured to the window surround using appropriate fixings for your wall material — tile, plaster, aluminium surround, or uPVC.
- Removable option — fixed screens can be made to be removable for cleaning or emergency access, using corner clips or magnetic catches rather than permanent screws.
Mesh Options for Fixed Fly Screens
Fixed fly screens use the same high-quality fibre mesh as retractable screens — available in grey, dark grey, and black. For fixed screens on windows where view is not a priority (bathroom windows, utility vents), standard grey mesh is the most common choice. For fixed screens on windows where the outdoor view matters, dark grey or black mesh is recommended.
All three mesh colours provide identical insect protection. No extra charge for black or dark grey mesh.
If You Need Retractable Screens — All Types Available
If your opening needs a retractable option rather than a fixed screen, DreamFlyScreen installs all 8 retractable types:
- Single retractable fly screen — for doors and regularly opened windows. From AED 450.
- Double fly screen — wide openings, two panels. From AED 650.
- Two-way fly screen — kitchen and garden doors, pushes both directions. From AED 900.
- Motorized fly screen — electric, remote-controlled for wide patio doors.
- Roll-up fly screen — hidden cassette, completely invisible when open.
- Hanged fly screen — top rail only, no floor track. Balcony doors.
- Extra wide fly screen — for openings wider than standard.
- Blind screen — privacy blind plus fly screen combined.
Pricing — Fixed Fly Screens Dubai
Fixed fly screens start from AED 250 per panel — significantly less than retractable screens because there is no sliding mechanism. The exact price depends on the opening size and is confirmed at the free measurement visit. For the full price guide see fly screen price Dubai. For window options see fly screen for windows.
How to Book a Free Measurement for Fixed Fly Screens in Dubai
- WhatsApp or call +971 58 632 5171 — tell us you are interested in fixed fly screens and your property type
- Free measurement confirmed — we visit at a convenient time, no call-out charge
- Written quote on the spot — every opening measured, fixed and retractable options quoted, no obligation
- 4–7 day installation — manufactured at our Deira workshop and installed within 4–7 days