How to Fix a Screen Door
Screen doors allow fresh air into your home and keep insects out. Eventually, you'll need to perform basic maintenance on your screen to repair tears or rips. Set aside an afternoon to make your door as good as new. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Screwdriver
- New screening
- Spline
- Scissors
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Instructions
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Remove the screen door from the door frame and lay it on a flat work surface. If the handle keeps you from getting to the screen, remove it as well.
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Pry the old spline from the track that runs around the perimeter of the screen.
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Remove and discard the worn or torn screening mesh.
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Lay a new screen over the opening and cut away the excess. Leave several inches on every side to ensure you have enough screening material to cover the door.
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Push the spline back into the track, making sure to trap the screen beneath it. Pull the screen taunt while you're securing the spline into place.
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Trim away the excess screen once the spline is fully repositioned. Return the handle to the door and rehang your newly repaired screen door.
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Tips & Warnings
Check the screen door to make sure it's level. You can add shims to the hinges to make a plum line so your door opens and closes properly.
Don't lose the screws that secure the door handle into position. You'll need them to put the door handle back on once your repairs are complete.
