Build Wooden Window Screen Frame

To make a window screen start by measuring the height and width of the window frame you ll be putting the screen in.

Build wooden window screen frame.

The more traditional way would be to staple the window screen material to the frame. Cordless drill pre drill bit and screws. Whether you have metal wood or vinyl windows the build a screen system makes a window screening a breeze. Measure the window opening for the screen on all four sides to within 1 32 inch.

Metal ruler and exacto knife. The more modern way would be to use window screen spline in a groove to attach the window screen material to the frame. Diy wood frame window screen door style. Kreg jig i have the k4 model 2 spring hinges.

Then cover the staples with wood window screen molding. Hold a 12 inch piece of wood on the sill to extend its angle. Bronze screen frame model 3028741 5 98 5 98. Older windows with wooden frames may be trickier and the corners won t always be square.

This wood frame screen is built to help air circulate through your home. Include the angle of the window sill in your measurements since the screen frame will have to accommodate it. Every screen frame kit comes with 4 corner connectors 4 screen frames 2 spring clips 2 pull tabs and spline. Start with wood that s 3 4 inch thick.

Trim paint of choice. The look of my 1850s house is very simple. Adjustable wood frame screen adjusts its width within a range of 21 37 in. Then purchase a.

Rip a stack of pieces 1 1 2 to 2 inches in width to use as stock for the. It is fast and easy to install and remove so that you can use on a cool day and remove when needed. Use a rafter square and a level to determine the angle. 1 x 2 lumber cut to fit for support board and window screen frame.

To help it fit in a variety of windows. White aluminum window screen frame kit model wskit51636 9 98 9 98. Set your store to see local availability compare. Adjustable wood the 37 in.

Build the screen the same dimensions so that it attaches directly over the trim.