not completely bug proof? Could you tape at both openings around the rod to close the tiny space in-between rod and garment bag? Bug-proof then?
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Nothing really is bug proof. it is a gimmick.However, these bags look good and since they are transparent, you can see that your clothes are intact. Some similar products openly sold on line are much more flimsy where the zipper gives easily.I am therefore happy with the product.
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Yes, it's very doable. Just duct tape! We have the extra clothes stored in the garage and have no problem with bugs or moisture!
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Mango--No, don't take down the closet rod--that's what the velcro closure is for at the top of the bag! It's a little awkward, but it actually works great: open up the velcro strip all the way across the top, and spread the bag open as wide as you can. The round reinforced holes for the closet rod will then be open at the top, so you can position the bag on the rod. My assumption is that if you already have clothes hanging on the rod, you can actually place the bag around the hanging clothes--but I couldn't manage it; you probably have to be taller and more flexible than I am to do it this way. Anyway, once you have the bag positioned, so the open holes are more or less around the rod, seal the velcro closure at the top of the bag, closing up the rod holes as well as the opening across the top. I found it was helpful to have the bag unzipped while I did this, so I could reach up inside the bag and smooth the two edges together better, but this may not be necessary for everyone. You'll want to make sure you have those extra plastic rings on the closet rod as well, as they will help to lift the "roof" of the bag to protect the clothes inside. The whole thing may look a bit lopsided at first, but once you get everything sealed up with clothes inside, it works (and looks) fine.
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I would think so I have only used half. Of one tube I think after the first day there were maybe 50 to 100 bugs yuk! today so far maybe 25. If I ever move again I will use durable plastic bags not cardboard boxes good luck!
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It's not a bug-proof attachment. They just use bungee chords every foot or so through eyes in the screen perimeter attaching them to the poles. I wouldn't recommend for a high bug density area. Also, the first rain storm I had collapsed the columns. They are very light and flimsy. Fortunately I had an older much stronger frame of the same overall dimensions I could use to replace the broken frame.
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At The end of the zipper there appears to be a gap, with no extra flap on the inside. My guess would be that insects could get in. I don't know for sure, though, since there was not a moth problem where I used these storage bags. Good luck in your search.
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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 Vittles Vault lid seals tightly. As long as you screw it on well, bugs cannot get in.
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In the newer version the tub floor of the tent does not seal/zip to the door at the front. This is to allow items with wheels to roll in/out without having to be lifted over the threshold. I really like this as we store bikes in ours. You could try velcro to attempt to seal the door but if a rat or any other critter wants to get in your tent it will. Might be better to allow free flow otherwise you might find chewed holes in your tent. Another suggestion would be to make it a place critters would not want to enter in the first place...some kind of repellent/smell/noise (moth balls, rattling tins, etc). Hope this helps. In the newer version the tub floor of the tent does not seal/zip to the door at the front. This is to allow items with wheels to roll in/out without having to be lifted over the threshold. I really like this as we store bikes in ours. You could try velcro to attempt to seal the door but if a rat or any other critter wants to get in your tent it will. Might be better to allow free flow otherwise you might find chewed holes in your tent. Another suggestion would be to make it a place critters would not want to enter in the first place...some kind of repellent/smell/noise (moth balls, rattling... » Read More In the newer version the tub floor of the tent does not seal/zip to the door at the front. This is to allow items with wheels to roll in/out without having to be lifted over the threshold. I really like this as we store bikes in ours. You could try velcro to attempt to seal the door but if a rat or any other critter wants to get in your tent it will. Might be better to allow free flow otherwise you might find chewed holes in your tent. Another suggestion would be to make it a place critters would not want to enter in the first place...some kind of repellent/smell/noise (moth balls, rattling tins, etc). Hope this helps. « Show Less
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Yes, it's a tightly woven mesh, and these help with this annoying problem. As long as you make sure there is no other uncovered food source for the displaced flies to go to, they will eventually die out.
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I haven't found any bugs in ours, but it hasn't been long and we go in and out of it frequently. Also, it's on a patio, so we don't get tons of bugs there anyway. All that said, it's definitely not bug-proof. So, I would say, no, it doesn't seal shut, so therefore, bugs could definitely get in if they wanted to.
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If you cut the bottom to fit your door frame it will keep majority of the bugs out, but there isn't anything sealing it to the bottom since you need the flaps to be able to move when you go in and out of the screen. I would still highly recommend this product, it's kept bugs out, allows our dog to go in and out of the house and is made of great quality.
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While anything is possible, I would say it would be very hard for bugs to get inside this can when it is closed. This can has a very straight, tight seal. Great trash can.
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No not really, I had assumed it would keep bugs away but it does not. It is not exactly air tight. I recommend storing it where there are air flow. Most often bugs come in through the bag of which the rice came in from, so be aware of where you buy you rice.
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Probably not the way your thinking. It's closed on all sides but the door side. The door it's self is a flap no zippers to keep everything out but so many things you can do, use duct tape, add extra bug screen, add a zipper, etc
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No there is not...it is a good spot to store gear in less than ideal weather.There are tie downs at the bottom to help keep the bugs out. However, the two tie downs near the zippered entrance seem to be not very helpful as it makes getting through the door difficult. Minor issue though.
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No, and I don't think I would want to have a sheet that closed so tightly that bedbugs would be sealed out -- if such a thing even exists. Bed bugs are really small, small enough to get through most zippers, etc.
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Thank you for the reply, but I was referring more to the mesh itself if it is fine enough to keep very tiny bugs out.