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The modern use of plastic and aluminum materials for window screens has eliminated rusty screen wire. However, screen damage still occurs—most frequently when someone gets locked out.
Place the damaged screen on a flat work surface. In a groove around the screen frame you’ll find a rubberlike spline that holds the screen wire in. Pull the spline out and inspect it. If it has weakened or deteriorated, buy a new length when you purchase the screen wire. Peel out the wire mesh. Measure the opening in the frame and add ½-inch to each dimension. That’lI get you the correct size of replacement screen.
Snip the new screen to size (if it’s not already) with a pair of household shears. Cut the screen parallel with the wire in the mesh, to assure a straight line. Clean the screen frame with a mild detergent and water, and dry it before you start attaching the new screen.
Insert the screen along the longest side of the frame first. Square the screen with the frame. Push the ¼-inch edge allowance into the frame groove with a small screwdriver. Once it’s started, clamp the screen mesh by inserting the splirie into the groove, on top of the screen.
Continue all around the frame. The final side is the most difficult to secure, because you must stretch it taut. But it’s not too difficult if you got the short sides clamped in smooth. Trim off any excess screen and spline with the scissors. You’re ready to rehang the screen.