The best mosquito net is the one you barely notice. In a premium Dubai home — with black aluminium windows, bronze joinery or a crisp white facade — a mismatched screen frame stands out for all the wrong reasons. That’s where custom colour comes in: matching the net frame to your windows using the RAL colour system, so the screen blends in instead of drawing the eye.

What is the RAL colour system?

RAL is a standardised European colour-matching system used across windows, doors and metalwork. Each shade has a code (for example RAL 9005 jet black, RAL 9016 traffic white, RAL 7016 anthracite grey), so a frame colour can be reproduced exactly and consistently. Because most modern aluminium windows are specified in RAL colours, matching a net frame to them is straightforward — you match the code.

Why frame colour matters more than people think

A mosquito net has two visible parts: the mesh and the frame. The mesh is designed to be see-through, so it’s the frame that determines whether a screen looks built-in or bolted-on. Get the frame colour right and the net reads as part of the window. Get it wrong — a white frame on black windows — and it becomes the first thing you see.

This matters most on:

  • Black or anthracite windows — extremely popular in new Dubai villas and apartments; a white net frame ruins the look.
  • Panoramic glass — where a slim, colour-matched pleated frame keeps the view clean.
  • Feature facades — where the exterior colour scheme is part of the design.

Popular frame colours in the UAE

  • Jet black (RAL 9005) — the default for the black-framed windows common in modern developments.
  • Anthracite grey (RAL 7016) — a softer dark tone used widely in contemporary joinery.
  • Traffic white (RAL 9016) — for classic white windows and lighter interiors.
  • Bronze and champagne tones — to match warmer metal finishes.
  • Custom shades — almost any RAL colour can be powder-coated to order for a specific project.

Frames are finished by powder coating, which is durable and holds up to Dubai’s sun far better than paint — important, because a cheap painted frame fades and chalks within a season.

How to match your windows

There are three easy ways to get the right colour:

  • Find the RAL code — if you have the window specification or the developer’s handover documents, the frame colour is often listed.
  • Match on site — during the free measurement, the technician can compare against RAL samples and pick the closest shade.
  • Go slightly darker if unsure — a frame that’s a touch darker than the window tends to disappear better than one that’s too light.

Does a custom colour cost more?

Standard colours (black, white, grey) are usually included in the base price, while a fully custom RAL shade may add a little for the special powder-coating run. It’s a small premium for a net that looks intentional rather than improvised. You can estimate the base cost of your openings with the price calculator, then discuss the exact colour at the measurement visit. For the bigger picture on choosing a net, see how to choose the right mosquito net for your Dubai home.

Frequently asked questions

Can you match my black window frames?

Yes — jet black (RAL 9005) and anthracite (RAL 7016) are among the most common finishes we supply.

What if I don’t know my RAL code?

The technician can match it against samples on site during the free measurement.

Will the colour fade in the sun?

Powder-coated frames are made to resist UV and hold their colour far better than painted ones.

Does custom colour cost extra?

Standard colours are typically included; a bespoke RAL shade may add a small amount.

Want a net that matches your windows exactly?

Book a free measurement and we’ll match the frame to your window colour on site — so the screen blends in and the view stays clean.