How To Make Diy Window Screens

Take measurements to make the diy window screen i first took measurements from side to side between the exterior window trim at the top and bottom of the window.

How to make diy window screens.

How to make window screens. There is a reason for the slight discrepancy and it has to do with the blade width on the table saw. Cordless drill pre drill bit and screws. Kreg jig i have the k4 model 2 spring hinges.

Make sure that the spine tracks in the corners align with the tracks on the frame pieces. Use the utility knife to trim the excess screen. Place the spline the rubber tubing on top of the screen where the recess is located. Next i took measurements from top to bottom between the exterior trim and the window sill on the left side and right side of the window.

Step by step instructions on how to build window screens using a screen frame kit. You ll need 1 1 4 cut to the height of your window the 59 7 8 length from our previous example and 1 1 6 cut to the width of the window 31 7 8 minus 3 1 2. Diy wood frame window screen door style. Connect the upper and lower window corners with 4 corner inserts.

Make sure your corner inserts are 1 5 inches 3 8 cm long. Trim paint of choice. It shows you how to make a window screen from lace for only around 10. If you are looking for a way to add a bit of extra privacy to your home and want something elegant yet inexpensive this video is for you.

Metal ruler and exacto knife. Measuring for screen dimensions cutting the screen frame. How to make a window screen. Embed the spline into the recess with the spline tool it looks like a pizza cutter.

1 x 2 lumber cut to fit for support board and window screen frame. Hold your knife at a 45 degree angle to the screen frame and cut away the excess fiberglass mesh.