How to prevent insects from entering a platform shelter?

Sealing Gaps and Entrances

When building a platform shelter in a swampy or boggy area, it’s essential to seal all gaps and entrances to prevent insects from entering. Use a sturdy insect screen or mesh with openings of 1/4 inch (6 mm) or smaller to cover windows, vents, and any other openings. Install a door or entrance flap with a tight seal to keep insects out.

Using Insect Repellents and Traps

In addition to sealing gaps and entrances, using insect repellents and traps can help prevent insects from entering your platform shelter. Apply insect repellents containing DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus to surfaces and around entrances to deter insects. You can also use sticky traps or UV light traps to catch and eliminate insects.

Building a Protective Barrier

To create a protective barrier around your platform shelter, use a combination of materials such as insect-repellent plants, fine-mesh screens, and citronella candles. Planting insect-repellent plants like citronella, lemongrass, or lavender around the shelter can help keep insects at bay. Additionally, use fine-mesh screens to cover the shelter’s sides and back, and place citronella candles or torches around the perimeter to create a barrier against insects.