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What's your preferred method for replacing screens?


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Old 07-08-20, 11:37 AM
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What's your preferred method for replacing screens?

We have five windows that need new screens...four different sizes. What's a cost effective solution?
 
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Old 07-08-20, 11:46 AM
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Do you have the frames and just need them re-screened or do you need entire new frames ?
 
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Old 07-08-20, 11:55 AM
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I have the frames for four of them...one is missing.
 
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Old 07-08-20, 11:59 AM
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I buy the screen in a roll along with the vinyl spline that holds it in place.
A very basic tool called a spline roller helps install the new spline.

Places like Ace Hardware can re-screen your frames as well as supply new frames.
 
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Old 07-08-20, 12:26 PM
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I think I'll just replace the screens myself and purchase this kit for the missing frame...


 
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Old 07-08-20, 01:39 PM
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I've used kits like that a couple of times. Not great, but satisfactory. You'll need a good hacksaw to cut to size and a miter box helps cut it straight. Measure twice, cut once, and watch out for sharp edges.
 
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Old 07-08-20, 03:34 PM
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You'll need a new 32TPI (32 teeth per inch) hacksaw blade.
 
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Old 07-08-20, 05:47 PM
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Most screen material is aluminum and will cut like butter on a miter saw with a carbide blade.
 
 

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