Quick answer: A “white fly screen” usually means a white aluminium frame, and it is the most popular choice in Dubai because most windows and doors here have white or light frames. Pair the white frame with black or dark grey mesh, not white mesh. Dark mesh is far easier to see through, while white mesh shows dust and glare and makes the view look hazy.
White is the default colour for windows and doors in a lot of Dubai villas and apartments, so it is no surprise that white fly screens are what most people ask for. Getting the result to look right is about more than picking “white” from a brochure, though. The frame, the mesh and the way the screen is set up all change how it looks every day.
This guide explains when a white screen is the right choice, which mesh to pair it with, and how we set one up so it blends into your joinery.
White frame vs white mesh: not the same thing
When people say they want a white screen, they almost always mean the frame. That is a good choice for white uPVC or white aluminium windows. The mesh is a separate choice, and here white is rarely the best option.
| Mesh colour | View from inside | Look from outside | Dust |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | Clearest, eye looks straight through | Discreet | Hides well |
| Dark grey | Very clear | Discreet | Hides well |
| Light grey | Slightly hazy in bright sun | More visible | Shows more |
| White | Hazy, catches glare | Very visible | Shows dust quickly |
A white frame with black or dark grey mesh gives the best of both: the frame disappears into a white window, and the mesh disappears when you look through it.
When a white fly screen is the right choice
- Your window or door frames are white uPVC or white aluminium.
- Your interior walls and trims are white or very light, so a dark frame would stand out.
- You want the screen to look like part of the window rather than an add-on.
- You rent and want something neutral that will suit the next tenant too.
When another colour works better
- Dark grey or black window frames: match the screen to the window, not the wall.
- Wood or wood-effect doors: a brown or bronze frame blends in far better than white.
- Bold architectural frames: any RAL colour can be matched, so you are not limited to white.
Setting up a white screen so it looks built-in
1. Match the white
Not all whites are the same. Pure white, off-white and cream look very different side by side. We bring frame samples to your home so you can hold them against your own window in daylight.
2. Fit inside the reveal where possible
A screen set neatly inside the window reveal looks cleaner than one fixed across the face of the frame, and it leaves the outside of the building unchanged.
3. Keep the profiles slim
Pleated screens fold into a narrow stack at the side, so very little white frame is visible when the screen is open.
4. Choose the right screen type for the opening
Most windows suit a single fly screen. Wider windows and French doors suit a double fly screen. If you want the screen to vanish completely, a roll-up fly screen hides inside a slim cassette.
Keeping a white fly screen looking white
White frames show marks more than dark ones, especially from sand and fingerprints. A quick routine keeps them bright:
- Wipe the frame with a soft, damp cloth and mild soap every few weeks.
- Avoid abrasive pads and bleach, which dull powder-coated finishes.
- Brush or vacuum the mesh gently so dust does not wash onto the frame.
- Clean the bottom guide so the screen keeps running smoothly.
Our fly screen repair and care guide has more tips, and if you are choosing mesh, read our comparison of aluminium vs fiberglass mesh.
Does colour change the price?
No. White, grey, black, brown, bronze and custom colours are all included in the standard price. Window screens start at AED 450 and door screens at AED 800. See the full fly screen price list for Dubai.
Frequently asked questions
Should I choose a white or black fly screen?
Match the frame to your window: white for white windows, dark for dark frames. For the mesh, black or dark grey is best in almost every case because it is easiest to see through.
Is white mesh a good idea?
Rarely. White mesh shows dust, reflects glare and makes the view hazy. A white frame with dark mesh looks cleaner.
Will a white frame turn yellow in the sun?
A good powder-coated aluminium frame keeps its colour well in UAE sun. Cheap plastic frames are more likely to yellow.
Can you match an off-white window frame?
Yes. We bring samples to your home and can match most RAL colours.
Want to see the colours against your own windows? We bring frame and mesh samples to every free measurement.