My window screens have gaps between the frames & the sliding glass door. Roaches & mice can get in. Can this be stuffed into the 1/2"-1" gaps?
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I agree with Mara's answer. 1/2" gaps are easy. Larger gaps may be problematic, but by making several layers of the mesh it might work. I use the mesh to keep birds out from under my patio where they want to nest, but rats are stronger than birds.
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Yes, but a 1" "gap" seems pretty big. You would need a lot of mesh and the rodents might just push through it. I would try to fill in the larger gaps with something else and reinforce with the mesh. It is perfect for the 1/2" gaps. I filled in a lot of 1/2" gaps about 2 years ago and haven't had a problem since!
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Yes. It can be placed in almost any size hole or gap. I either push the mesh in tightly by itself or loosely with spray foam insulation to hold it in place and seal out drafts.
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Yes. I used it to stuff in around wires in conduit to keep mice from getting into the junction box. I had used steel wool but the damp area caused it to rust out. The copper will solve this problem and you should work for you too.
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I would think this item will work well if you want to mount inside. However remember there is about a 3 inch span, if you were to install these from the top inside of your window (in the vertical position), it won't supply full coverage of that window. Now, if there is room inside the window in which you can adhere the mounts in a horizontal position, there shouldn't be any problem a gap between window and curtain but full coverage shouldn't be any problem. I wish you well. =)
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YES,You need to put another small mess screen 1/8 thick SS to stop glass from falling ThruRon
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That's a small window! You may need to have a board cut to fit any gap which results. One VERY important thing: The filter slides out the SIDE, so don't install it right up the a window frame close to the right. It has the be in the middle of the window area. Mine is installed in a regular apartment size window...and it was a real hassle. I also have no way to clean the filter easily. Works fine though, although it's a bit noisy.
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It probley would a little but but the sides don't close all the way so bugs could still get in!
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My window sill is 4 inches deep and it is not pressed all the way in. But I do suggest you use the screws to ensure stability
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I've installed these on my chicken coop, but installed as designed. I added quarter inch galvanized fencing over the screen to deter preditors. The window may sash is made to resist water by covering the the water path with the upper pane. It will work, but may allow dirt and may leak a bit by virtue of its manufacture to defect water outside in the normal configuration. I adjust windows only seasonally. Twice a year, not too much more. Chickens are tough.
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The top of the screen is "joined" in the middle. You might be able to snip that tiny joined piece, making it in effect two "curtains" which you could slide to the jambs (provided the curtain rod you use is thin enough to allow some room in there).
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There is a gap from the back of the from to the screen that would exist between the wall and screen. It is 3/4 of an inch, but the screen hanger might bring it off a little more than that so maybe even a total of 1".
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Depends on the depth of the window and the placement of the fan. I have standard size windows and can't close them with the fan and screen in place.
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Yes you can. If the hole is rather large, stuff with broken-up bits of solid foam board first. This spray greatly expands, so little goes a long way. I doubt the rats would each much of it anyway. Don't use around window frames, foam expansion may crack the frame. And don't get it on your hands, it'll be with you for a long time !
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There can be gaps between the blocker and the opening, but if you pull it tight and position it between the screen and the wall, it will keep the draft out and warm air in. I like this product and it has made a significant difference in keeping our room feel warmer when the fireplace is not in use..
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Hello Kevin, I just measured my Richell plastic paneled fence. The gaps are 1 1/2 inches wide. I bought it to use on my enclosed patio to protect my old cat from energetic dogs. The gaps are way too narrow to be any risk to my cat....I wouldn't think even a kitten could get their head through a 1 1/2 opening. Hope that was helpful? FYI? I have both the plastic fencing for outside, AND the very pretty, (also more spendy) wood & wire version inside the house. Fabulous product.
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I installed one of these units today. The "amazing new curtain feature" leaves 3-6mm gaps between the top and bottom edges of the curtain and the rails. That's MORE than enough for stink bugs to walk right into your house. Sure enough, within hours I had a room full of stinkbugs. I think a read somewhere that the inventor is from Maryland. That's a dude who oughta know better!
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The plastic covers the bottom, and there's a piece of folded cardboard to help it stay flat. The holes in the plastic that the frame goes through are a little wider than the frame pole, and bugs could conceivably crawl through, but I don't think mice could.
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If you can install it UNDER the pane-dividers, it will be more secure.Remember that the glass will still break, so I'd be afraid of the smaller panes breaking out of the frame, unless the whole of the glass in the door were covered.
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No. I think the space is too tight for the roaches to all survive for any length of time.