Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with insect screens: More comfort in everyday life

Q: Can the system also be used in winter?

Yes, Roller Shutters provide additional thermal protection in the cold season and help to save energy. Meanwhile, the integrated insect screen remains safely stowed away in the box, ready for the next season.

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Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with insect screens protect against uninvited guests - without any additional screens or adhesive solutions. Because in summer, open windows not only bring fresh air into the house: mosquitoes, flies and other flying insects quickly find their way inside. The clever combination of Roller Shutters and fly screens ensures a better quality of life and adapts flexibly to your requirements. But what is behind this combination? And what should you pay attention to when planning and retrofitting?

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Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with insect screens: the most important facts in brief

Integrated insect screen systems can be installed directly in the roller shutter box
Practical for windows or French doors in combination with integrated glass fall protection
Can be operated by hand independently of the Roller Shutters
Can be combined with solar Front-Mounted Roller Shutters
Easy to implement for new builds, renovations or retrofitting
Less effort than separate fly screen solutions

What is a Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with insect screen anyway?

A Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with integrated insect screen combines two functions in one building element: sun and privacy protection as well as protection against insects. The fine-mesh insect screen fabric is housed in the roller shutter box and can be operated separately if required - regardless of whether the roller shutters themselves are open or closed.

The advantages are obvious: no additional clamping frames, no drilling into the window frame and no fiddling with complex tensioning frames. Instead, Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with insect screens provide you with an invisible, low-maintenance solution that can be used at any time. In winter, the insect screen simply remains in the box.

What are Front-Mounted Roller Shutters?

Front-Mounted Roller Shutters are installed on the outside of the window - i.e. directly on the façade or in the reveal. They are suitable for both new builds and retrofitting in existing buildings, as they are installed independently of the window. Front-Mounted Roller Shutters offer reliable privacy, sun, heat and weather protection - optionally with integrated insect protection or solar drive.

Advantages over classic fly screens

An integrated insect screen in Front-Mounted Roller Shutters has clear advantages over classic fly screens, both functionally and visually:

Unobtrusive design: the insect screen fabric disappears completely into the roller shutter box when not in use, while separate fly screens remain permanently visible.
Durability: While conventional fly screens can become brittle or wavy over time due to sunlight, the integrated fabrics in the protected roller shutter box are protected from UV radiation and the effects of the weather.
Convenient operation: The integrated insect screen can be conveniently pulled down using a handle bar or pull cord.
Flexible retrofitting: With many Front-Mounted Roller Shutters systems, the insect screen can be planned in directly or added later, without the need for separate frames or drilling holes in the window frame.

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Retrofitting Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with insect screens - is it possible?

Many homeowners ask themselves whether Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with insect screens can also be retrofitted. In many cases, the answer is yes: Yes - provided the roller shutter system is suitable for an insect screen module or can be technically adapted accordingly.

Professional advice is important, as not every window size or structural situation allows for simple retrofitting. There may be technical restrictions, particularly in the case of narrow reveals or window surfaces with projections.

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More convenience with solar Front-Mounted Roller Shutters or electric operation

An electric Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with Insect Screening provide additional convenience: the Roller Shutters can be operated conveniently at the touch of a button or via an app - optionally also in conjunction with a Smart Home system. Particularly clever: the solar-powered version even eliminates the need for a power connection. This is not only sustainable, but also makes retrofitting much easier.

Solar modules are placed inconspicuously on the roller shutter box and supply the system with energy independently - even in diffuse light. This makes a solar Front-Mounted Roller Shutter with sun shading and insect screens the ideal solution for many structural conditions, especially for windows that are difficult to access, such as those on upper floors or conservatories.

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Insect protection for Front-Mounted Roller Shutters - technical features

An integrated insect screen in the Front-Mounted Roller Shutters usually consists of a roll-up fly screen that moves between the window frame and the Roller Shutters. It runs in a separate running chamber and can be operated with a handle bar using a convenient touch control or a pull cord that can be moved to the side.

Important to know:

The insect screen can be used independently of the Roller Shutters.
Available as bottom seal against window frame or window sill with brush.
The standard color for the insect screen fabric is black, grey is optionally available.
The service life depends heavily on care and UV exposure.
The integrated insect screen solution is only available for windows. French doors are only possible in combination with integrated glass fall protection.
Front-Mounted Roller Shutters are not suitable for roof windows - as vertical guidance is not possible.

Woman pulls on insect screen in Front-Mounted Roller Shutters from ROMA with integrated glass fall protection on French windows

Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with insect screens - smart solution for a better quality of life

The combination of Roller Shutters and insect screens offers many advantages - especially for people who value flexibility, aesthetics and comfort. Whether electric or solar, as a new solution or retrofit: Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with insect screens can make everyday life noticeably more pleasant.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with insect screens

Can I use the insect screen when the Roller Shutters are closed?

Yes, the insect screen is located between the window and the Roller Shutters. When the Roller Shutters are closed, the fly screen can be pulled down or pushed up independently.

How is the insect screen operated?

Depending on the system, the insect screen in the Front-Mounted Roller Shutters is operated manually via a handle bar or a pull cord that can be moved to the side as required.

Can I retrofit a solar Front-Mounted Roller Shutters with insect screens in an old building?

Yes, retrofitting a solar Front-Mounted Roller Shutters is possible and is a particularly practical solution for old buildings without an electricity connection. They can be installed wirelessly, meaning that no complex conversions are necessary.

How durable is the fly screen in the Roller Shutters?

With proper handling and care, the fabrics of a high-quality fly screen are very durable. If it is stored in a protected roller shutter box, it is also well protected from the weather and UV radiation.

Can the system also be used in winter?

Yes, Roller Shutters provide additional thermal protection in the cold season and help to save energy. Meanwhile, the integrated insect screen remains safely stowed away in the box, ready for the next season.

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