How to Build a Window Screen | Repair and Replace

In this episode of Repair and Replace, Vance shows how to build a window screen out of frame bar stock. *Update* - At 1:27 the line should be "If you measure 3/8" then get a 5/16" bar and corner pieces."

Building a window screen is simple, inexpensive and can be done without any power tools. This includes aluminum and fiberglass window screens.

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[AmreSupply]

Just an update: At 1:27 the line should be "If you measure 3/8" then get a 5/16" bar and corner pieces." (Not the 3/4" measurement that is currently mentioned in the video.) Hopefully this helps clarify this portion of the video.

[Lui-]

This video gave me confidence to do it myself.

[leecowell]

Excellent description, clear enunciation with no dialect really appreciated as well. Some of us elders don't hear too well! And even though your former screens may be aluminum no reason not to switch to fiberglass as that material is a lot easier to work with (if you're fabricating from scratch). I really liked his idea of taping the screen to a flat surface. The key to success is to measure TWICE, cut once. NOT the other way!

[lucyjarosiewicz]

Thank you so much for this clear and informative video. I recently moved into a house that doesn't have screens on most of the windows and several of the windows don't even have a frame for the screen. I had no idea where to buy a window screen or even a frame. Now I know that I just need to buy the pieces and then build the frame myself. Now I'll finally be able to enjoy fresh air in every room without all of the bugs coming in!

[rosemaryaugustine]

As a new homeowner, I've watched several videos on this... yours was the simplest, easiest and the only extra tool I need to buy is a hack saw... I have everything else. I've replaced screens numerous times, but this house needs the actual frame. your aluminum items needed and the description of 'how to' was the best. Thanks for making this simple and easy to follow and complete. you saved me a lot of money.

[elenavega]

This is soooo helpful, thank you! Successfully built new screens for my apartment and saved a ton of money doing it myself! :)

[brownmaine]

This is the most pleasant guy on YouTube I love this video very helpful and easy to understand

[clarencegreene]

Perfection! Complete and thorough. Gold Standard teaching!

[marty.l]

Thanks! I like how you go into detail and why while keeping the video short and to the point.

[lifeisgoodinchestercountypa]

great step by step directions that will make sure it’s done right the first time.

thanks for saving me time.

[AmreSupply]

Did this help you build a new window screen? Leave a comment and let us know!

[OlliMSa]

Thanks for the instruction. This was very detailed and nothing was left out. I followed your instructions and it came out perfectly.

[VreelandRE]

Thank you! Your guide worked like a charm! I would only add that in my case, I gave my horizontal measurement an extra 1/2 inch because my screen was a little deeper than maybe this instruction video had!

[The_Oblivion_Light]

He is like Bob Ross... Good at what he dose, humble and speak very calm and softly!

[anthonya]

What a relaxing tutorial, wow. This guy has a nice voice

[clhuang]

VERY clearly explained. One of the best how-videos I’ve seen. Thank you so very much for your helpful tips! :)

[andistaggs]

Watched several different videos on this subject and this was described the best out of all I saw. You hit every step and question that I had. There was no need to go look at anyone elses video. Thank you.

[addammadd]

Does my American heart proud to see a Canadian using freedom units.

[tanyaschneiderman]

Made first screen for screen-less window! It is great! Thanks for educating me!

[robaviles]

Thorough yet straight to the point, great work sir. Thanks for the video!