Practical and affordable: Aldi brings magnetic mosquito screen to Mallorca

Practical and affordable: Aldi brings magnetic mosquito screen to Mallorca

A summer staple for doors and windows, no drill required

The first warm evenings are on their way, the terrace is calling and with it the eternal question: how to keep the mosquitoes out and fresh air in? From this weekend, several Aldi stores on Mallorca will have a small helper on the shelf that promises just that: a magnetic mosquito screen from the Home Creation brand priced at €12.99. This follows other recent Aldi stock pushes, such as Aldi brings over 550 toys to the island — lots of choice, but at what price?.

No rocket science: the fabric comes in two sizes — a door version measuring 100 x 220 centimeters and a window size of 130 x 150 centimeters. The clever part is the magnetic closure that automatically brings the two halves together when passing through. According to the packaging, installation requires no drilling or permanent fastening, making it ideal for renters or holiday-home owners who don't want to drill holes in wooden frames or plaster walls.

For Mallorca this is more than just a supermarket offer. In many towns, throwing open the patio door in the evening is routine: letting the kids dash in, the dog behind them, and hoping no swarm of mosquitoes follows. In Santa Catalina I often see residents who, after the market, quickly grab a bottle of water and have a screen in their trolley — it’s practical and quick to hang up.

The product can also be interesting for holiday-rental owners. Good, affordable mosquito protection noticeably improves living comfort and is a simple investment to avoid complaints at the end of the season. For families with small children or pets, the automatic magnetic closure is a real plus: hands and paws don't catch on locks, and the door closes again after passing through.

On the Balearics the chain currently operates 17 locations, 14 of them on Mallorca. The newest store on the island opened in September 2025 in Felanitx and also marked the brand's ten-year anniversary in the region. Such expansions affect the availability of everyday items — especially useful when demand rises in early summer. Coverage of Aldi's expanding range includes Stress-free Feasting: ALDI's "Special" Brings Christmas to Mallorca’s Tables.

A little practical tip: clean the frame before attaching and press the adhesive strips or fastening tapes firmly. On worn wooden frames or very windy spots, it can help to use extra Velcro strips or add a few rustic clamps — without major drilling. And: if you live near the coast, rinse the screen occasionally in strong salty air so no residue builds up along the edges.

Why is this good news for Mallorca? Because simple solutions often matter more here than high tech. An inexpensive screen reduces the use of chemical sprays and plug-in devices, is quick to mount and can be stored away in autumn. On narrow city terraces, at fincas with wild gardens and in family homes, such a piece makes evenings outdoors more relaxing.

If you head out at the weekend, come in the morning: promotional items often sell on a first-come basis. And if the screen is sold out at your usual store, it's worth checking the neighboring town — on Mallorca the branches are close together, and sometimes luck is hanging on the shelf two places over. For other budget-friendly product rounds see Celebrate on a Budget: How ALDI's New Gourmet Line Eases Christmas on the Balearic Islands.

A wish for the future to manufacturers and retailers: variants with extra-fine mesh for small mosquito species or models with reinforced frames for windy locations would increase usefulness even more. Until then: if you want to breathe freely and enjoy evenings without buzzing, you can now find a simple, affordable option at the supermarket.

Conclusion: A small, affordable aid often makes a big difference on Mallorca. The Home Creation screen for €12.99 is not a luxury, but a smart companion for the summer season — practical, quick to install and particularly suitable for renters, families and holiday-home managers.