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How to Install Window Screens

Typically, most window screens are quite simple to remove. The screen frames rarely need replacement, but screens themselves may need replacement every few years. Installing window screens may seem like a daunting task, but with the proper tools and a little patience, it can be accomplished in no time. Read on to learn how to install window screens.

Things You'll Need

  • Roll of screen fabric
  • Screwdriver
  • Sharp scissors
  • Screen-spline roller
  • Utility knife
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Instructions

    • 1

      Use a screwdriver to pry up the window screen spline that covers the border of the frame. Remove the spline, and discard of damaged screen fabric.

    • 2

      Lay the new screen over the screen window frame.

    • 3

      Use sharp scissors to trim the screen, ensuring that it is a little larger than the frame. Then, snip off the corners.

    • 4

      Force the window screen into the spline; using the screen-spline roller.

    • 5

      Use the utility knife to cut off excess screen.