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How to Attach a Screen Mesh to a Gate

Screen mesh is a versatile material that is usable in a number of building and landscaping applications. If you have a gate that has wide gaps in it and you’re looking for a way to keep animals in or out, attaching screen mesh to the surface provides a solution. Use a screen mesh that’s suitable for outdoor use for strong durability.

Things You'll Need

  • Sharp utility knife
  • Staple gun
  • Rust-proof staples
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Instructions

    • 1

      Measure the area on the gate where you plan to attach the screen mesh. Cut a piece of screen mesh to the specific size using a sharp utility knife.

    • 2

      Remove the gate from the fence and lay it on a flat surface. Position the screen mesh on the gate in the location where you want it to go.

    • 3

      Staple the screen mesh to the gate using a staple gun and rust-proof staples. Start in one of the corners, moving on to the other three. Continue to staple around the perimeter of the screen mesh into the gate below until firmly attached.

    • 4

      Place the gate back into its location on the fence to complete the job.