How-To: Re-screening an aluminum window screen.

In this video Rick demonstrates how to re-screen with aluminum mesh using our screen table kit, along with our screen table jig set.

[AlexArubin]

Very useful additional details that I have not seen in other DIY videos.
1. Cutting screen corners at 45 degrees
2. Continue with the opposite screen side instead of the adjacent - helps even tension.
3. Using both convex and concave sides of the roller to press the screen into the groove.
4. Using the convex side to press the spline instead of concave - it helps deeper pressing of the spline.
THANKS!

[AlvaSudden]

This method worked for a first-timer. I duct-taped the screen to a table. I lacked the nerve to cut the screen so close, rather I gave it 1-2" extra, & trimmed it later with curved-blade scissors. Also, the convex wheel tended to jump the track more than the concave, so I alternated wheels as I thought necessary. Prime Line gets ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[sophiaisia]

I was trying to re-screen with Phifer SeeVue (stainless) screen. My first attempt to install it like a fiberglass mesh left me frustrated - the spline wouldn't fit in the corners and screen tension was completely wrong.
This video saved that roll of screen from landfill. You have to follow the instructions precisely. He has a reason for everything he is doing. Thank you for the video!

[thefirstdepotdespot]

This is 100% people! Easily the most information video I've seen for aluminum screens. I watched almost a dozen videos before settling on this for a first-time attempt at replacing a number of screens around the house. Didn't have your exact setup but understood the important principles behind each step to put together a makeshift jig using bricks on an MDF board. Worked out well. As easy as in the video. Only caveat would be for running the spline tool along the edge of the frame. If you use a metal (rather than plastic) tool, it could strip some of the finish off of the existing frame. Thanks Prime Line for being so clear and informative. You are a resource.

[dw]

Thank you for this comprehensive video. You provided additional points that I did not see on other presentations. I am ready to give it a try. I am replacing 6ml UV plastic sheeting in my porch windows. I have called many screen companies and they do not want the job unless I pay $600 to $1, 200 dollars. It is worth it to do it myself😎

[pwholland]

Been doing screen repair for years. It takes time to get good at it. After trying every method this is the absolute best. The fastest and best quality results. Thank you for sharing with us.
I do roll the spline in a couple inches temporarily on the corners and in the middle while I’m rolling the screen into the frame channel just to make sure the screen doesn’t move.
If you dont hold the screen down in place while roling it in to the channel it will be to tight and bow the frame in.

[craigertennis]

Stupid Good Modelling here!!! I just did what you did (well, taped down my screen frame) and VOILA!!! BEST Aluminum Screen job EVER. Really, though, remarkable your precision! The trick with the conVEX end to intro spline to screen eliminates my past biggest goofs poking MORE 'n my fair share of new screenage... what a waste of screens and shame on me! REALLY, lots of insight here folks... if you missed it, watch again, this is a real Pro ya'll! Signed, NoLongerFearsAReScreen... YaY! THANKS!

[huthutchinson]

Thank you. I learned more from you in a 7 minutes than I had ever learned before.

[rocketrider]

i replaced my screen on a small window and thought that the spline material was bigger than needed. Plus i was using a plastic tool. Eventually, with the help of a screw driver I got the job done. It took way longer than it should have. I'm glad I only had one to do.

[fredcdobbs]

Do you use the concave end at all?
You're the only repairman to cut the 45' miters, set the screen with the convex & then the concave wheel, tilt it on the opposite short side to pull it taunt, & set the spline last with the convex end. It looks professional & done right.

[hectormelendez]

Nice, thanks for publish it... as a secondary comment, I will like to say that almost all people spent a lot of time showing "how to" but fail to show the "finished product" Observe it.

[truthbetold]

Outstanding demonstration. Thank you!!

[ShadowsandCityLights]

I wish I would have watched this before doing it my first window maybe would have saved me some material. 😳

[spudchick]

Glad to know how to do this. Fiberglass screens are pretty useless if you have cats.

[GrahamLaw]

These instructions were very helpful, thank you.

[nashntth]

Thank you! Great video. Actually got one done the first time.

[cherylward]

THANK YOU...very nice video and easy to follow!!!

[ybknormal]

Wow, great job P.P.! I worked for a window company, and found it very interesting putting the spline in last, unique is a good word. Will do that on my next screen job. As you, I also used both ends, it's not there for looks huh? :-) "Great Job!"

[debbielynn]

Nice video! Thank you! Now off to do our screening.

[patriciadumas]

Great! I have a 50 year plus aluminum window frame. Is this tutorial the same for my old screen frame?