Bespoke Oak Insect Screens for a Countryside Retreat in Hertfordshire
This beautiful Hertfordshire home, surrounded by rolling fields, faced a persistent summer problem – insects. Drawn to the warmth and light of its stunning double-height oak-framed extension, flies and bugs became an everyday nuisance, making it difficult to enjoy fresh air without compromise.
Wanting to preserve the beauty of their solid timber architecture without compromise, the homeowners searched for oak insect screens that could deliver discreet yet effective protection – while blending beautifully with the home’s natural materials.
quick project info
Project
Manual insect protection for oak-framed countryside home
Concern
Keeping insects out, requiring seamless integration with oak joinery
Products
1 x Double Legacy door screen, 3 x Legacy single door screens, 3 x Serene window screens
Mesh
18:14 standard charcoal insect mesh
Colour
Door screens in oak wood grain, window screens in white
finding The solution
Seeking out oak framed insect screens
After researching various options online, the homeowners came across Phantom Screens and were instantly reassured by our experience with wood grain finishes and precision installations. They reached out to our expert team to find a solution that would integrate with their oak framework without interrupting its visual harmony.
During a home survey, we discussed their needs in detail, measured every aperture, and provided guidance on screen placement, mesh visibility, and colour-matching options. The result was a carefully selected combination of standard manual door and window screens, with bespoke finishes to ensure a flawless finish.
Installation
Window and door screen winning combo
- A double manual door screen was fitted to the large oak-framed rear opening, specified in an oak finish for a faithful match to the original wood.
- Additional single door screens, some in oak and some in white finishes, were installed across various entry points to ensure consistent protection.
- Three window screens were custom-built for smaller upstairs windows, including one that sits within a Velux frame in the master bedroom.
These wooden fly screens were all fitted with our high-performance 18:14 charcoal mesh, which delivers robust insect protection without obscuring views or blocking airflow. Once installed, they became a virtually invisible layer of comfort and security – blending seamlessly into the home’s warm timber interiors.
The Result
A match made in heaven
With their new oak framed insect screens in place, the homeowners can now enjoy cool evening breezes without the nuisance of mosquitoes or moths. Whether it’s opening a bedroom window before bed or leaving the patio doors wide open during a summer lunch, the home remains a sanctuary from unwanted visitors.
The combination of insect screens for wooden doors and expert fitting provides a discreet, luxurious solution that enhances both the functionality and character of this countryside retreat.
Insect solution for timber-framed homes
Whether you’re looking for timber insect screen for a barn conversion or a wooden frame fly screen for a traditional oak-framed property, our made-to-measure screens are crafted to blend effortlessly with your space. Send us some details and get a bespoke quote here.
