How to Fit an Insect Net Over a Dome Hide Window
By Wildlife Watching Supplies - Kevin Keatley - Wildlife Watching Supplies | Published: 2026-10-18
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to attach a camouflage insect net to your dome hide window for bug-free wildlife photography and observation.
Quick answer
Measure your dome hide window, cut the A11 Insect Net to size, attach it with Velcro or shock cord, and secure the edges to keep bugs out without blocking your view.
Why fit an insect net over a dome hide window?
Dome hides offer great visibility and airflow, but open windows invite mosquitoes, flies, and gnats. A camouflage insect net solves both problems: it keeps insects out while maintaining your concealment. The A11 Insect Net from Kevin Keatley's Wildlife Watching Supplies is a practical choice because it uses a Realtree pattern that blends with natural surroundings, and you can buy it by the meter to match your exact window size.
Steps to fit the net over a dome hide window
- Measure the window opening: Measure the width and height of your dome hide window. Add 10 cm (4 inches) to each dimension for overlap and attachment allowance. Common mistake: measuring too tightly, leaving no room for fastening. Always add extra material.
- Cut the A11 Insect Net to size: Lay the net flat on a clean surface. Using sharp scissors, cut a rectangle that matches your measurements plus allowance. The net is 1.35m wide, so for most dome hide windows one width is enough. Checkpoint: cut with a heat source (like a lighter) along the edge to prevent fraying if the net is synthetic.
- Attach the net to the hide window: Position the net over the window from the inside. Use Velcro strips, shock cord, or toggle buttons to secure the net to the hide fabric. Start at the top corners, then work down the sides and bottom, pulling the net taut but not stretched. Common mistake: leaving gaps at the corners where insects can enter. Ensure the net lies flat against the hide.
- Test the fit and adjust: Close the hide and check from inside. Make sure you can see clearly through the net and that no gaps remain. If the net sags, add extra attachment points along the top edge. Checkpoint: the net should be removable for cleaning. Use a detachable fastening method like Velcro.
Product facts
- A11 Insect Net: The A11 Insect Net is 54 inches (1.35m) wide, sold by the meter in lengths from 1 to 10 metres, and features a Realtree camouflage pattern. You can order exactly the length you need for your dome hide window without wasting material, and the Realtree pattern helps the net disappear into the background.

A11 Insect Net
