Small enough mesh so fruit flies can't get thru??
1546078
Definitely will keep the fruit flies out. But some are saying that they can crawl underneath, where the bottom of these touch the tabletop...I had no problems with insects getting in though.
1546079
Yes the fruit flies can't get thru. saw them sitting on the mesh that's it. But has to make sure the bottom is even and no place/gap for the flies to squeeze thru from under. So for I'm very happy with these covers. Able to keep fruit flies away.
1546080
There were no fruit flies where we were camping, so not sure if the mesh would keep them out. The covers did do a great job keeping the flies away from our food.
1546081
Yes, it is small enough mesh. I took them camping with us and they were very helpful. No flies......as long as everyone remembers to put the cover back on.
1652487
No these are not quite fine enough, however if you search the site for a muslin produce bag, those are quite sturdy and should protect the produce from flies.
2042441
It is mesh. I have several of these and they are wonderful. They work great at keeping the flies out. Both sides lift up for easy access. They are easy to put up and take down.
1752478
Sure you could put no fruit at all in the box, but I recommend putting your veg/ fruit scraps in the box, then covering with a one inch layer of damp (not soaked) shredded paper, then putting a top layer of damp (not soaked) whole newspaper about 1/4 inch thick covering the entire top(edge to edge to the corners) to create a damp barrier preventing fruit fly access. You might check it every three days or so to make sure it hasn't dried out. I live in south east Texas - fruit fly central - and this method has worked well for me and should work for you as well. Good luck !!
1752480
The best way to deal with the fruit flies... I control them with apple cider vinager and a drop of dawn dish soap. Then I let the worms eat everything in the bin before I add anything else.. I use Heinz cider. Not sure why but I've tried other brands and did not catch any flies. I also use a stemless wine glass. I've been doing this for several years and no mater what u put in your bin. Ur gonna get other visitors. As long as they aren't harmful to the worms they can be controlled.
60831
I doubt it. The mesh holes are larger than most mosquitoes, at least on the size I have- not sure about smaller ones.
1652486
I think it would protect fruit from regular sized flies, but little gnats could possibly get through
926480
They could conceivably slip through, but there are three different mesh layers, so chances are good they would get zapped. I use it for regular flies, smaller flies that get inside I can get with my bare hands. :-)
1651280
I never had a problem with fruit flies around my Green Cycler, but they are unavoidable at certain times of the year. During tomato season they wreak havoc on my fruit bowl, so I place a small dish of vinegar and dish soap on the counter to catch them.
1383321
This is standard insect screen, for tiny insects you need the 20/20 mesh designed for no see ums or a similar product. We carry 3 no see um screens that are tighter weave than this mesh.
2079762
We have had no problem with fruit flies with this container (we have had this problem in the past with previous containers). We keep the lid on and take it outside to the main compost area every couple of days.
1453590
I wouldn't use it for that b/c as mentioned in my review, it only has the bars that go across and they're spaced about 1/2 " apart making it very easy to miss smaller insects. If anything this is good for the huge ones. A lot of these have a mesh that covers the entire area which doesn't allow any bugs to escape. I'd recommend that instead.
431243
I am not certain but as burlap is porous I would think they would be small enough to enter. I have not had any problems with potatoes or onions with any type of insect though. I have heard fruit flies do not like burlap but don't quote me.
133660
It's not that the fruit flies get in. As I understand, the fly eggs/larvae are already present on the fruit peels. When I put banana peels in the OXO bin (or wherever...like a garbage can) flies hatch and feed on the peels. To limit them, I dump the bin frequently or keep it just outside the kitchen door. Some flies can escape when I quickly open the bin when putting in more food scraps. Those flies are most interested in the scraps, so don't hang out in the kitchen long. Just take out the compost/garbage (smaller bags?) as frequently as needed and it'll probably reduce your fruit fly issues. Also, to compare, my Mom has an open bin under her kitchen sink and the fruit flies wander around a lot more. The OXO bin is more effective than that method.
1165544
Yes. The filter is encased inside the rim of the lid so it does not affect the fit. I, however, would be concerned of the fruit flies without it. It does come with a filter. The filter has not made clean up any different than without it since it is up inside the lid.
820152
Any insect with any strength can easily pass through. See that black ring around the lid, that is essentially open. A spongy black carbon filter fills that gap but not tightly. The carbon filter helps to keep fruit flies in while the lid is on but as soon as you lift the lid the fruit flies and tiny gnats fly right out. I think the filter is more for air quality surrounding the pail. I suspect larger insects like roaches and spiders would easily access the contents.
972975
Mesh is close knit. I put raspberries in mine and no pulp could get through the mesh.