# Pleated Insect Screens Source: https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/pleated-insect-screens/ - [Image: A pleated insect screen across a wide sliding door opening. The folded mesh gathered into the side channel] **Pleated Insect Screens** — Accordion-folded mesh. No springs, no roll-up. It stays wherever you leave it. **Pleated Insect Screen Models** — Five frame sizes. The profile is chosen by the depth of the joinery inner gap. [15 mm 15 mm Pleated Insect Screen The slimmest frame. It fits the narrowest gap beside a shutter rail. Browse Products](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/15-mm-pleated-insect-screen/) [18 mm 18 mm Pleated Insect Screen The window standard. A series designed around the shutter-rail gap. Browse Products](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/18-mm-pleated-insect-screen/) [25 mm 25 mm Pleated Insect Screen Wide-frame profile. For doors and frequently used openings. Browse Products](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/25-mm-pleated-insect-screen/) [26 mm 26 mm Pleated Insect Screen Bottom-channelled door series. The mesh stays in the rail in wind. Browse Products](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/26-mm-pleated-insect-screen/) [27 mm 27 mm Pleated Insect Screen The deepest frame. For double-leaf layouts and the widest openings. Browse Products](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/27-mm-pleated-insect-screen/) The technical details of inner-mount, outer-mount, sliding, double, vertical and threshold-free connection layouts are listed by connection type on the [Pleated Insect Screen Installation Types](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/pleated-insect-screen-installation-types/) page. **What Is a Pleated Insect Screen?** — A pleated insect screen is a system in which accordion-folding mesh is held in place by tension cords. There is no spring or roll-up mechanism — the mesh stays where you leave it, runs silently and, with a double leaf, closes metres-wide openings. Two things decide the choice: passage direction and the threshold. For doors, the horizontally folding [sliding model](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/sliding-pleated-insect-screen/); for windows, the vertically folding [vertical model](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/vertical-pleated-insect-screen/) is the right pick. The profile table below settles the threshold choice. Selection Guide **Which Joinery Gap?** — Choose not by product name but by the inner-gap depth of the joinery. The four scenarios below point to the right series. [Narrow Inner Gap When the joinery gap is limited, the slimmest frame.](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/15-mm-pleated-insect-screen/) - [Standard Joinery A balanced series fitting most PVC inner gaps.](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/18-mm-pleated-insect-screen/) - [Doors & Frequent Passage A wide-frame carrier for balcony and terrace doors.](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/25-mm-pleated-insect-screen/) - [Deep Joinery The deepest frame seating in thick-profile joinery.](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/27-mm-pleated-insect-screen/) ## Choosing the Frame Size The five frame profiles are ranked by joinery inner-gap depth and usage surface. The model name in each row links to its own product page. Comparison of pleated insect screen frame sizes by joinery inner gap, window-door suitability and usage note Model — Frame — Inner Gap — Window — Door — Note 15 mm Pleated — 15 mm — Narrowest — Full — Partial — The slimmest profile. For joinery with a narrow gap 18 mm Pleated — 18 mm — Narrow — Full — Partial — The balance point for standard inner gaps 25 mm Pleated — 25 mm — Wide — Partial — Full — Solid over doors and frequently used openings 26 mm Pleated — 26 mm — Deep — Partial — Full — Bottom-channelled; the mesh stays in the rail in wind 27 mm Pleated — 27 mm — Deepest — Partial — Full — Double-leaf layouts and the widest openings - Full. Meets the scenario completely - Partial. Contributes depending on the case - — not suited for this purpose Inner gap. The joinery depth the frame seats into — confirmed by measurement. Window–Door: the usage surface the series is recommended for. ## Choosing the Threshold Profile The most critical decision of a pleated screen is the threshold. Three profiles define the passage comfort. - ~20 mm **Single Ramp** — The standard pleated threshold. A one-sided ramp that integrates with a hard floor. Passage Comfort - Accessibility - Economy - Height: ~ 20 mm - Passage: Comfortable for adults - Use: Windows and rarely used doors - ~10 mm **Double Ramp** — A two-way ramp. It softens the threshold from both inside and outside. Passage Comfort - Accessibility - Economy - Height: ~ 10 mm - Passage: Step over with light pressure - Use: Balcony and terrace doors - ≤7 mm **Threshold-Free** — A bridgeless profile. The floor is nearly flat. The trip risk is practically gone. Passage Comfort - Accessibility - Economy - Height: Under 7 mm - Passage: Barrier-free. Step-free for wheeled passage and carrying loads - Use: Frequently used doors, accessibility Threshold heights are industry reference values. The exact figure is stated in the quote per the chosen profile series. ## From Measurement to Delivery In a pleated system, the threshold and profile selection is settled in the quote. Delivery in four steps. 01. **Opening Measurement** — The width-height measurement and a photo of the door are enough. Requests from every channel merge into a single order file. 02. **Threshold and Model Settled** — Sliding, threshold-free or double. The profile is chosen in the quote according to the passage need. 03. **Accordion Folding** — The mesh is folded in Gebze and the tension cords are set. The lead time is written into the order. 04. **Fitting or Courier** — Within the service area, the install crew fits on site. For out-of-town addresses, a knock-down shipment goes out. The details of threshold and profile mounting styles are explained per model on the [Pleated Insect Screen Installation Types](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/pleated-insect-screen-installation-types/) page. - Accordion Fold No springs, no roll-up. The mesh gathers in pleats and rests silently. - Slim Frame The 15 mm frame hides behind a shutter rail. No profile visible on the façade. - Vectran Tension Cord The tension cord that keeps the mesh in its pleats. It neither stretches nor snaps for years. ## Questions About Pleated Insect Screens Is a threshold-free pleated screen truly flat? Not completely flat. The bridgeless profile leaves under 7 mm of height at the floor. Pushchairs and wheelchairs pass comfortably; the risk of catching a step is practically eliminated. How wide can a pleated insect screen be made? The industry practice for a single leaf is ~150 cm. Wider openings are covered by the double model with two leaves. On height, up to 300 cm is possible per the manufacturer catalogue. Will my cat damage the mesh? Standard pleated mesh is not designed for claw pressure. In homes with pets, the reinforced pet screen mesh is recommended. The model stays the same — the mesh changes. Should it open vertically or horizontally? The location decides. Horizontally folding sliding models are right for doors; vertically folding models for windows. Vertical pleats need no bottom rail, so they do not catch on the sill. What is the difference between a pleated and a roller insect screen? A roller screen winds the mesh into a cassette with a spring mechanism. A pleated screen folds the mesh like an accordion and holds it in place with a tension cord. There is no spring wear, and it can be left at any point. How do I clean a dirty mesh? Go between the pleats with a soft brush, then wipe with a damp cloth. Pressurised water and harsh chemicals erase the pleat memory — do not use them. How do I send my measurements? Measurements can be sent via WhatsApp, phone or the form — all merge into the same request record. The width-height opening and a door photo are enough. The threshold type is selected by the production team according to the passage need. ## Which Pleated Insect Screen? Question 1/3 ### How wide is the opening? ### Is a threshold-free passage a must? ### Is the priority looks or comfort? ### Recommended solutions The two best matches for “Which Pleated Insect Screen?” based on your answers — the scores stay with you, the reasoning is ours: Both options matched strongly for Which Pleated Insect Screen? — pick the one that fits your priority; if undecided, we clarify it at the survey. #### Single Leaf + Threshold-Free Rail Bottom rail under 7 mm — trip-free passage, ideal for narrow openings. [Product page](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/pleated-insect-screens/) [Get a quote](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/get-a-quote/) #### Double-Leaf Pleated A symmetrical system closing from both sides across wide openings. [Product page](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/pleated-insect-screens/) [Get a quote](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/get-a-quote/) #### Slim-Frame Pleated 15 mm-class profile — for joinery where a minimal look is wanted. [Product page](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/pleated-insect-screens/) [Get a quote](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/get-a-quote/) [Send Result on WhatsApp](#) To apply your “Which Pleated Insect Screen?” result without measurements, see the [measuring and installation guide](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/installation-and-application-terms/); installation is free in Istanbul and Kocaeli, and in other provinces the [installer partner network](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/installers/) takes over. ## Send Your Opening Measurements For a pleated system, the width-height measurement and a door photo are enough. The quote is shared within 48 hours. [Request a Quote](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/contact/) [WhatsApp](https://www.fenetresystems.com/en/whatsapp/)