Do you see insects crawling in from your windows screen? Your window screen may be damaged or broken. A broken windows screen not only looks awful but also allows bugs to creep in to your home and cause severe problems. You need to remove the old screen carefully and replace it with a brand new one. If not done properly, it can damage your window frame. It is always better to hire the services of an experienced window screen replacement company to install the damaged or torn window screen.
Steps Involved in Installing Window Screen Replacements
The materials required are a) New Screen b) Spline (Plastic Cording) c) Rolling Spline tool d) Small Screwdriver e) Scissors f) Tape and g) a knife.
1. Remove the Old Screen: The first step involved in installing a window screen replacement is the removal of the damaged screen. You need to remove the old screen without causing damage to the frame. Using the tool rolling spline, you can remove the old screen. Remove the plastic cording along with the old screen.
2. Measure: The next step is to take the correct measurement by keeping the frame on the ground and placing the new screen material above it. After taking the measurement, cut the screen material. Ensure that you add an extra 2 inches for the border.
3. Position: Now keep the screen over the frame to make sure it is correct. The screen material should overlap the frame on all the four sides.
4. Inserting the New Spline: Now, carefully insert the new spline. Be careful when doing it, you can use the rolling tool to push the screen to the frame. Trim any excess material with the help of a knife.
