Other Uses for Insect Screens

Do you have a leftover insect screen? Find a way to reuse it. Reusing garden materials is a way of preserving the environment, while saving on your budget. This article provides tips for giving insect screens new life.

Ground Protection While Weeding

Weeding the garden is never easy. It is tempting to toss the unwanted plants directly on the ground, thus causing extra work later. Decrease your cleanup time by placing an insect screen on the ground and tossing the weeds directly onto the screen. The screen will reduce time and help keep the garden area neat. Scoop up the weeds off the screen for disposal when finished.

Herb Dehydration

Use the insect screen to create a breathable dehydration unit for your fresh herbs. Collect your herbs and remove the leaves from the stem. In a dry spot in your basement, set your screen on top of a couple of bricks. The bricks will create a layer of breathing space underneath your screen to speed up the process of dehydration. Spread a single layer of herb leaves over the screen. Check daily and turn the leaves as needed until dry. Once finished, wipe away any particles that fall underneath the screen.

Dog Screen

Use a small screen as a temporary protective gate for small pets. Secure or prop up the screen in a doorway to create a barrier.

Insect Barrier for a Treehouse

Screw or nail leftover screens to openings in your children's playhouse for added insect protection.

Craft projects

Leftover screens can be used for craft projects like making homemade paper or drying art pieces. Drape the screen over an old tub or sink to catch excess water or dripping paint.

References

• Make-stuff.com