How to DIY or replace window screens
How to DIY or replace window screens
Window screens are a very common household item and almost every home has one. A window screen is a mesh with tiny holes that is fixed to the window to keep insects out when the window is open for air. There are two common types of window screens, one is made of high-density polyethylene and the other is made of coated fiberglass. The two materials are very similar, but also have many differences. Let’s learn more about them.
Polyethylene window screen is a plastic window screen that has all the advantages of plastic. It is corrosion resistant, soft and lightweight. Also, polyethylene screens have very good light transmission. The life expectancy is usually about 5 years. Because plastic can be damaged by UV rays, even with the addition of UV protection, it cannot have a very long life. Plastic window screens need to be replaced in about 5 years.
Steps to replace the windows screens
Fiberglass window screens, on the other hand, are made of glass. Fiberglass screens are made using glass fibers with a very strong coating. The composition of fiberglass screens is mainly silica, which has the same long life as glass. The glass material itself has a natural protection against UV rays, so it has a very long life span of about 10 to 20 years. This is very long compared to polyethylene window screens. Of course, this also makes fiberglass window screens more cost effective.
Okay, so we know the types of window screens, how do we install them? Automatic do-it-yourself installation guide for window screens.
- First, place the frame of the window screen flat on the ground. Unfold the window screen and lay it flat on the frame. Make sure the rubber strip on the frame has been removed.
- Then, clamp the rubber strip for fixing the window screen down along the seam of the frame to secure the screen to the frame. As shown in the picture.
- Finally, use scissors or a special window screen cutter to cut off the excess. Shade, the window screen is fixed on the frame.
Does it sound very simple.
Of course there are some key points, that is, you have to figure out the role of the rubber strip.
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