Ziptrak® Blinds vs Bugs: How to Keep Insects Out of Your Outdoor Area

The Sunshine Coast Bug Battle

Living in leafy spots like Buderim, Doonan, or Nambour, or living near the water in Noosa, is pretty unbeatable. But sharing your deck with all sorts of bugs? Not so much. As soon as the sun dips and that muggy coastal evening rolls in, mossies and midges can easily wreck a good barbie.

A lot of folks swear by citronella candles or mozzie coils, but let's be real, they only do so much. The best way to take back your outdoor space is with a solid physical barrier, and that's where Ziptrak® outdoor blinds really do the heavy lifting.

The Ziptrak® Advantage: Sealed Tracks

Standard patio blinds often leave big gaps down the sides. Ziptrak® blinds use a smart track-guided system instead. The fabric locks right into the side tracks, giving you a proper edge-to-edge seal. Sure, it stops wind and rain, but best of all, it shuts down the exact spots bugs usually sneak through.

The Streamline Pelmet and Brush Insert Barrier

We build premium Ziptrak® systems right here in our Warana factory. If you're serious about keeping the bugs at bay, the optional Streamline Pelmet is a bit of a game changer, mostly because it packs a built-in brush insert.

That brush fills the tiny gap at the top where the blind rolls up onto the tube. It acts as a neat little wall, meaning even the most determined crawling bugs or annoying midges get locked out. You're left with a fully sealed, comfy space.

Choosing the Right Fabric for Bug Protection

The fabric you go with plays a massive part in keeping bugs out while still letting you catch a breeze and enjoy the view.

• 95% Vistaweave Mesh: Awesome for keeping out larger bugs like flies and mozzies, while still letting a good amount of that coastal breeze flow through your patio.
• 99% Vistaweave Mesh: This one's got a tighter weave. It does a ripper job stopping even the tiniest midges and sandflies. Perfect if you back onto mangroves or thick bush.
• Clear PVC: Blocks out absolutely everything—bugs, wind, you name it. It gives you a complete seal, but just keep in mind you lose that natural airflow.

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