How to Repair a Window Screen

7 Tips for Replacing a Window Screen

  Window screens can get punctured or torn, but as long as the frame is in good shape window screen repairs are easy and can be done in a few minutes.  Before you go to the home center, know the size of your window.  Select a replace screen material such as fiberglass which makes installation easier.  Pry out the old spline with a narrow tipped screwdriver, Lay the new screen over the frame so that it overlaps about an inch.  Cut each corner at a 45-degree angle just slightly beyond the spline groove to keep the screen from bunching in the corners. Starting in the corner, install the new spline by using a screen rolling tool to push the spline and screen material into the groove.  Using a utility knife, trim the excess screen material.  rim excess screen material using a utility knife with a new sharp blade. You’ll want to angle the blade when cutting.