Making Wood Window Screen Frames

Cordless drill pre drill bit and screws.

Making wood window screen frames.

Pine will do nicely if it s kept painted. 1 x 2 lumber cut to fit for support board and window screen frame. Install the wood window screen in the window opening. Measure the window opening.

Kreg jig i have the k4 model 2 spring hinges. Drill a 1 4 inch hole through the frame of the screen and trim at the same time. Measure the window opening for the screen on all four sides to within 1 32 inch. Paint the frame and install the window screen material.

How to make a diy window screen. Tap a pin in the hole and the screen stays put the barbs of the pin locking it in place. Metal ruler and exacto knife. Prior to installing the screen place this length in the middle and between the two long frame pieces.

A center rail will stiffen the frame especially if the screen is large. Take a length of wood with a thickness that is equal to or less than that of the frame pieces that you have just cut. Assuming these are exterior screens there are several kinds of wood that will hold up well. Use a rafter square and a level to determine the angle.

Use wood that doesn t mind wet weather. Include the angle of the window sill in your measurements since the screen frame will have to accommodate it. Assemble the window frame and use a router to cut a groove for the spline. Now cut this length equal to the length of the two short frame pieces that you just cut.

Today i experimented with traditional joinery for making wooden window sashes. Cut the window screen frame pieces. My website is http www bucklehurstleather co uk making traditional jointed window frames mostly using hand tools and a haunched mortise and tenon joint. Diy wood frame window screen door style.

Hold a 12 inch piece of wood on the sill to extend its angle.