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Mosquito nets are a natural alternative to toxic chemical sprays as a method of protection against mosquitoes , moths , sand flies and other insects. The 100% cotton muslin netting provides an enhanced sleeping environment due to its natural fibres and is superior to nylon or polyester mosquito nets. The ability for the fabric to breathe allows for a safe and comfortable nights sleep . All ages can benefit from the features of a cotton mosquito net . Babies can enjoy the safe cocooned environment that a mosquito net creates and our range of nets will fit any size or style of cot available. The coloured Mosquito nets for single beds can be a expressive way to reinvent a child’s bedroom . Teenagers can find the privacy they cherish behind the soft walls of a draping mozzie net .In any bedroom they add a touch of the exotic while adding peace by their appearance and their function .

A Thousand & One Nets manufactures cotton mosquito nets in Australia and India. We have a range of nets that include two major styles: ‘The box net’ and ‘the hoop Net’. We manufacture these styles in a range of sizes from baby cot , single bed , queen and king size and the Bungalow net. We hand dye the cotton mosquito nets in Australia and have examples of colours on the photos page. Our colour range includes dusty pink, lavender, denim blue, turquoise, pistachio green ,yellow and orange. A Thousand & One Nets have been in business since 1996 and operate from Mullumbimby -NSW – Australia , close to Byron Bay. We offer personalised service and are happy to help with any of the installation questions you may have. Our years in the business has given us the experience to help you get set up with some natural protection. We also sell bamboo frames (ship within Australia only) and cane hoops to suspend your nets from. A range of decorative trims and tassels can be found on the accessories page as well as fabric lengths used for decorative draping.

MADE TO ORDER

We offer a made to order service for unique canopy beds and unusual situations. Just Email or fax your diagram to us for a free quote. Prices for ‘made to order’ nets are only slightly higher than mosquito nets in stock. We can also make decorative trims and finishes on mosquito nets and have a few examples on the photos page. We are open to discuss any individual ideas that you may have and realise the unique nature of every bedroom.

FABRIC

The mosquito netting is a 100% cotton muslin style fabric.It is slightly transparent, looks delicate however, it is quite strong. Shaking and airing your Mosquito net before use is advised, and also at regular intervals as you would a bed cover. This removes dust particles and reduces the need for washing.

HANGING

The round style `Mosquito Net includes a round hoop, which attaches to the net with ties on the inside roof, the round net is then suspended from a single point from a hook on the ceiling.

The box style Mosquito Net has twelve ties in all placed around the roof. The four corner ties can be attached directly to the four hooks, or a bamboo frame can be erected and the net tied onto the frame. The ties can also be used for tieing the net up and out of the way during the daytime.

WASHING

Wash by hand in warm water with gentle detergent or soap,rinse with a fabric softner , then squeeze excess water [ do not twist or wring] Keeping the net on the grain of the fabric as much as possible, hang on the line to drip dry, preferably in the shade

CARING

When not in use, store in a pillowcase or cotton bag with a sack of lavender or your favourite scent on a handkerchief.

DYEING

Due to the open weave, the cotton netting takes dye very well . There are many different dyes available and each will vary, however 20 - 30 grams of dye per net should be sufficent for a soft tone and increase for a more vibrant colour. Keeping the net folded wet first and then submerge into the dye bath. Unfold the net, allowing the dye access to every corner, turn over, soak for a short while only, then refold and rinse using a fabric softner .After the final rinse, squeeze the excess water and keeping on the grain of the fabric ,hang on the line for drip drying.

REPAIRING

Any holes which may occur over time can be repaired subtly with a needle and thread or transformed into a feature using motifs, fabric, sequins, beads etc etc Decorating your Mosquito Net will make it unique, the seams are the ideal points to attach or drape laces, tassels or braid, however do not attach to the open weave this will weaken the netting.

TIPS

On a hot summer night wet the Mosquito Net and turn on the fan for air conditioning.

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