Build A Simple Screen Door: Easy DIY Home Improvement Guide

[@lukeburritos]

Simple straight forward and entertaining for a diy video thanks for making this! And no crazy 1700 dollar tools need to be bought

[@veronicasaunders3722]

Hi, my name is Veronica from Victoria Australia, this is the best screen door video I've watched.... Great tips and an enjoyable watch...Thank you 😊

[@DIYHGP]

Thank you for your kind comments. I appreciate it.

[@jf6720]

After pricing a new storm door I decided to make my own! Great video, thanks for the help.

[@DIYHGP]

You can build it!

[@brianfeis531]

I love the idea of having a removable screen for the door. Great work.

[@thomasfoster5200]

You're Gonna Like The Way Your Screen Door Looks....... I Gurrranteee It.

[@emmyk1592]

This was one of the best videos I have ever watched! I love your techniques. Going to show this clip to my dad and get see if we can replicate this for my front door. 👏👏👏 Thank you for sharing!

[@DIYHGP]

Thanks, for you r kind comments and thanks for watching.

[@greggtownsley]

Great video. And I loved the song, maybe because I also like butter beans. Anyway. You've convinced me that pocket holes would make it a good deal easier than traditional joinery. And the store-bought screen, a nice touch. Thank you.

[@DIYHGP]

You’re welcome

[@catherinekuennen7970]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHOWING ME HOW TO BUILD A SCREEN DOOR. GOING TO TRY AND MAKE TWO THIS WEEK. I HAVE MY FINGERS CROSSED THAT I CAN DO IT!!! NOTHING COMPARES TO A SCREEN DOOR AND THE SOUND IT MAKES WHEN IT SHUTS.

[@DIYHGP]

ThaNKS, YOU CAN BUILD IT.

[@angelaehr4963]

Watched your video…after having butter beans for dinner…must have been a sign! Great instructional video!

[@DIYHGP]

Can’t be a good plate of butter beans. Thanks for your kind comments.

[@anniegrace1784]

Thank you so much. I just watched a video where the guy had state of the art tools so I was glad you are a good and kind home boy. I didn't know you could add a screen already encased. I will have to figure out how to do that. Why can't I just use wood glue instead of chiseling holes and screws?

[@Cathy_MidwestHome_Hens]

Loved this! Need a screen door for my chicken house and I was thinking of surprising my woodworker husband by making it myself. I am pretty comfortable with tools since I took wood shop in 7th and 8th grade back in the 80s but I lack common sense in the simple things such as your tip in placing the slat board perpendicular to the two side pieces to know overall width helping to know quickly the measurement needed for the slats!! So smart!! Thank you. Now, I just need to figure out where in the shop my hubby keeps that jig 🤣🤣

[@DIYHGP]

You can build it!

[@futurekron]

I love that design. Modern.

[@DIYHGP]

Thanks

[@ahmadalsaidy8609]

I am egyptian , I live in cairo , my brother live in Boston

[@rickduncan362]

Man, I need to know more about that table saw setup you have

[@DIYHGP]

Rick, here you go, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoSpiZh4mJZgqqs

[@DIYHGP]

Rick, here's the video on my saw, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoSpiZh4mJZgqqs

[@patrickmcgrath8592]

Thanks for the video. Where'd you get that screen insert?? That is a big time saver! Thanks!

[@mikewagenblast8504]

Thank you. Built two this weekend. One for the front door one for the back door. Measured, cut, laid out, squared and then temporarily fastened. Cut the plywood cleats to fit at the joints of stiles and rails, top, center and bottom. Glued, screwed. Painted. Laid screen over openings, stretched, stapled and covered with wood strips to finish. Hung, hinged. Spring closure. Handle of a branch from the cherry tree. A very funky, artsy screen door duo if I do say so myself. Thank you to all of the great screen door masters for your wonderful inspiration.

[@DIYHGP]

Mike, congrats on your doors. I am glad it helped you.

[@tiaria8689]

This is the instruction I've been looking for. Thank you so much.

[@Yeshuaschosen]

Thanks for the video! I love the horizontal panels! Good job!

[@carmenedwards2294]

Looks great I like it, thank you But…..What if I can’t purchase a framed screen, I can get the screen just no “framed screen”? I was hoping you were going to show me. 😊

[@DavidEricPrates]

Being a DIY guy myself, I love your videos! :)

[@DIYHGP]

Hey Dark Horse, thanks for stopping by. I saw that you made a camera mount for shooting videos, here is one I made, thought it would be of interest. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZKUnoRtiZmqZ5o I make a iphone mount for my tripod.

[@DavidEricPrates]

Nice! btw I subscribed! I'd be honored to have you stop by so I can earn yours too. :)

[@ahmadalsaidy8609]

Thank You Great Work

[@DIYHGP]

Thank you too!

[@donnahubler881]

Love it! But since I don't have your fancy setups I will buy one. But you are a "master" carpenter! I love your door and will love to see more videos! You build like the hurricane-proof builders of old. :) An art that is dying with the passing of oldsters...

[@lazio7495]

I love Butter Beans 😋

[@relectric720]

Thankyou for the video. How is the screen door holding up

[@DIYHGP]

Still perfectly good

[@williamcollazo9932]

love your work great job

[@SeanChristopherMcGee]

Thank you for this Sir! It really helped me build a much needed screen door. I have very little wood working skills as it is.... but this helped a lot! Does it matter what type woods you use?

[@DIYHGP]

You can use any type of wood except construction grade lumber. if you’re gonna use pine, buy straight clear grain it’ll prevent it from warping.

[@chenoawhite0713]

Loved the video and the music!

[@DIYHGP]

Thank you so much and thanks for watching

[@mattmartin3886]

It's been a few years since this video. How well are the pocket screw joints holding up?

[@DIYHGP]

Great still in place

[@gibbydiy4235]

Nice,,, just a closer walk with thee....

[@Struglinbrother-]

thanks

[@DIYHGP]

@@Struglinbrother- you’re welcome

[@deanawade5878]

I was intrigued until you got to the part of a pre-bought screen, cuz I was wondering the best way to staple gun screen on it. Lol. But nice looking door. Good job

[@DIYHGP]

Deana Wade, my original intent was to build a screen myself but it was just as cheap to buy one as it was to make one so I bought it. Thanks for watching.

[@donnahubler881]

Couldn't you just cut the screen for the door then apply 3/4 round to attach? How would they have done it in the old days? But Hey, this would be a SIMPLE way to replace should the critters tear it up.

[@FBMagZ]

I’m actually wanting to know where he got this screen... I’ve built two screen doors and my main complaint is not being able to replace the screen easier when it gets wrecked ..

[@SusieTheBanshee]

I asked him where he got the screen and he told me it's in the show notes, but I don't see it.@@FBMagZ

[@personal-free]

Great job ! Thank you for sharing your skills.

[@DIYHGP]

A.B. thanks for watching.

[@christined.3728]

Can you do a video on that motorized table saw lift you made there? What a space saver!

[@DIYHGP]

I did, here it is, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eoSpiZh4mJZgqqs

[@christined.3728]

@@DIYHGP Awesome, thanks! I was just searching your videos for it but didn't know what it was called. Thanks a bunch!

[@delords3337]

Do you have a video on building that back on top of your table saw

[@DIYHGP]

I’m not sure what you’re asking

[@delords3337]

@@DIYHGP I’m sorry I meant do you a a video on how you build the wood sled your using on top of your table saw 🤣

[@maximonatividad9653]

Greetings sir, i so admire your skill which is a gift of God and i would like to ask what type of kreg screw is proper to join the wood frame is it the blue color screw or the other one? Thank u for posting ur diy which i intend to copy from you tc and God bless hope to hear from you

[@DIYHGP]

Max the Kraig screws are size, depending upon the thickness of the wood that you were using. so you’ll need to read the box to determine which screw is the proper length

[@luckym0nk3y]

That’s a nice build sir. One thing only popped in my mind seeing this and that is you have allot of armhair haha

[@jdowies]

That means that he's a manly man.

[@CoreyLaGray]

I've got that Butterbeans song stuck in my head now.

[@lazio7495]

😂 me too,😂

[@HillCountryPrepper]

Very helpful and informative. Thanks.

[@catherinecostello7806]

I enjoyed the video except...it would have been nice to see the full length of the finished project and a picture of it installed.

[@DIYHGP]

Yeah you’re right it would’ve been best to have a picture of it installed I’ll consider that next time. thanks for watching.

[@cherylspringtime]

Thank you for making a screen door that is made out of 1x4's, so it's not heavy. Not sure where to find someone that builds screens, as phone books are an ancient relic anymore.

[@DIYHGP]

just google screens in your city, There is bound to be a shop that makes, made to order screens.

[@aleckongchanh465]

I will try this. How do you make the mesh screen that screws on top?

[@DIYHGP]

I bought it as it was cheaper to buy than it was to make

[@thomasfoster5200]

Where'd u get the screen in a frame

[@CBBC435]

Thank you 😊

[@user-bq6bq7bu6v]

Great video What is the Wooden device the you are using to cut the wood on your table saw…any plans?

[@DIYHGP]

That’s a table saw sled. I have several of them. They’re easy to build. There are several people on KZbin that show how to do it.

[@user-bq6bq7bu6v]

@@DIYHGP Thank you so much for the quick response and Knowledge

[@hasanbadry3958]

Fantastic video, excellent demo and tips. I wanna use same technique to build a screen to divide large dinning area....

[@TheFlatlander440]

Good vid on building the door frame although I was surprised you used a pre-fabricated screen. I was waiting for you to break out the air powered staple gun, lol. I made my own screen windows for my enclosed deck with just a frame and metal screening stapled to the frame. I do like your door frame idea using the Kreg Jig as I have one as well. Thanks for sharing.

[@DIYHGP]

William Logan I thought about building the screen myself but the cost was the same as buying it so I saved the time and bought it.

[@TheFlatlander440]

Cool. Going that route def saved some time. I already have enough left over aluminum screening to do it myself, it's pretty easy especially with a air upholstery staple gun. Love the door design and thanks for sharing. I just subbed, thanks.

[@DIYHGP]

You should like my prior screen door video. It was a little bit more intricate in the build. here is the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZ-wnmd3hqZjhqM

[@0Omzig161]

Where did you purchase the pre-fan screen?

[@PAULAKEITH-m7m]

where do you get the metal surround screen? website ordering may cost more than I want to spend. Any big box options in the US? thank you for your knowledge. Door looks scrumptious.

[@DIYHGP]

It’s best that you find a local custom screen manufacturer. It’s faster and cheaper.

[@wahinenuiloa]

Nice👍🏾👍🏾

[@WitMonday]

Hi.. Great job , door looks solid.. did you buy the screen ready made.. one thing here in UK is that screen doors are rarely used .

[@Amy-du7tv]

Do you have a link for where you purchased your premade screen? I keep getting screen doors on my searches. Also would be nice to see a picture of the back side of the door so I know what I will be looking at from the inside.

[@seankreynolds]

My local hardware store can make custom screens, I suggest checking with places near you. (They also sell the stuff to make the screens, which I've done, but sometimes it's convenient to have someone else do it so I can focus on other aspects of the crafting.)

[@maximonatividad9653]

Hi sir what is the size of each piece of wood you cut ? Is it 1x2 or 2x3? And what color is the paint also what do u call that hinges you installed?? Thank u and hope to hear from u soon. Tc and God bless

[@DIYHGP]

lumber was 1x4 , the hinges are butt hinges, link amzn.to/3liL8jD

[@SynergyAVE]

How did you end up fixing the "sag" the door eventually got?

[@DIYHGP]

It's been two years and so far no sagging. Ask again in another 2 years.

[@lazio7495]

Did you put a knob or latch on the door?

[@DIYHGP]

Both the handle and the latch

[@michaeltyson6491]

where did u get the premade screen?

[@DIYHGP]

I bought the screen locally from the screen manufacturing company

[@pa.fishpreacher6166]

nice job, where did you get your screen?

[@welcometothehustle404]

Man I enjoyed this video

[@DIYHGP]

Thanks for your kind comments

[@michaelmeyer3326]

What type of hinges did you use and where did you get them? By the way great video!

[@DIYHGP]

Here is the link to my hinges amzn.to/3147OVw thanks for watching

[@scotthoover6891]

Any reason you used an impact driver for your pocket holes? I use an impact for driving the screws in but never to drill the holes.

[@DIYHGP]

Scott, mostly a matter of convenience, the shank of the drill bit is the hex drive and fits nicely into the impact driver so it’s easy to insert and remove.

[@war70115]

Where’d you get the pre-fab screen insert?

[@DIYHGP]

I had it made by a screen company

[@conleyrasor6414]

Can you do this with dowel rods instead of doing the pocket hole screw method? Would a mortise & tenon be as stable? I like your method. Great video!

[@DIYHGP]

Yes Dowel rods will work as well as mortise and tenon’s. they’re all joinery methods, I just picked the one that is easiest for me.

[@jimgunning4971]

Great video thanks. Where did you buy the pre-made screen "panel"?

[@DIYHGP]

From a local shop just look up custom screens.

[@michaelkeefe2715]

Great video. Potential dumb question though: where did you order the screen from?

[@DIYHGP]

I ordered the screen from a local screen manufacturer

[@wendyminix1137]

How do you build a simple screen door for French doors

[@DIYHGP]

Wendy, don't know since I don't have french doors, but that could be a project for another video.

[@maximonatividad9653]

Hello sir where did u buy your planer and what size is that?

[@DIYHGP]

try this link amzn.to/3RQeO3J

[@maximonatividad9653]

Greetings sir thank u very much for ur reply i appreciate it much and hopefully i can be like you learning to be diy in my home but first i need to buy some tools which i need to do my own woodwork. Thank you again and God bless

[@jimacheson4933]

Nice video, thanks!

[@melmantione5598]

What size screws to use?

[@DIYHGP]

Pocket hole screws size depends on the thickness of your wood

[@captaincaptain2736]

How has this door held up 4 years later?

[@DIYHGP]

Held up great,,still working great

[@captaincaptain2736]

@@DIYHGP Awesome, thank you for the quick reply. I believe I shall make this today. God Bless and thank you for your videos.

[@maximonatividad9653]

Sir what is the dimensio of ur wood for frame?

[@DIYHGP]

standard 1x4 pine

[@freebird1963]

Curious as to why the hinges have to be chiseled out ? Can't they just be screwed to the wood as is ?

[@DIYHGP]

Sure they can be on top. But my measurement of the door width is 1/4 inch less than the door frame, so adding on top of door would make it too wide. A snug fit is best to keep out the bugs.

[@freebird1963]

got ya. just not to good at chiseling them things out lol.

[@superspecialty5169]

What, no chopsaw?

[@demigoddemigod8576]

whats the title of the background song?

[@DIYHGP]

Butter beans

[@Neen0928]

My question is since there is a small gap under the door what kind of sweep do I use to keep the bugs from coming under the door. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

[@DIYHGP]

Since I am just trying to stop the flying insects I do not have a sweep on the bottom of my door but you certainly could install one. whatever you feel would do the task.

[@Neen0928]

@@DIYHGP Thank you

[@bama_buck0745]

Where did you buy the screen or did you build that also

[@DIYHGP]

I had it made by a professional screen maker

[@darkegress4392]

I watch at 2x speed, that song drove me nuts.

[@nancyingram966]

I was hoping to see the install too. When I go to hang my screen door, it pops out at one or two corners. Solution?

[@DIYHGP]

Nancy Ingram , that is a whole different skill. I have not made a video on the install, maybe in my future. My guess about your door; the wood is drying and it's warping.

[@nancyingram966]

And leave the wires and bolt thingies, in the X, there? I know what you're talking about, I used one on my gate. I'll keep that in mind.

[@SouthernTee71]

Where did you buy the custom screen?

[@DIYHGP]

At a local screen shop

[@1244taylor]

nice job

[@demigoddemigod8576]

#1 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@can1948]

Did you glue all the edges before putting in pocket screws in place?

[@DIYHGP]

Just watch the video again and you’ll see exactly what I did.

[@sonnyacemalibiranjr.5657]

What are specs of your door frame?

[@ttinkers1062]

Thanks!

[@MocciaJ]

Where did the framed screen come from?

[@DIYHGP]

Joe, I bought the frame as the cost was the same to make it.

[@gaojiemu7826]

what is the name of a tool, you used in 4:25? please.

[@DIYHGP]

That is a Kreg pocket hole jig, you can find it here on Amazon amzn.to/2EEdM3M

[@gaojiemu7826]

DIY Home & Garden Projects thank you.😁

[@daveklein2826]

great job and tunes

[@gelyse71]

How did you build the screen part?

[@DIYHGP]

For future questions; you may want to scroll the other comments to see if your question had been asked and answered. I try to answer as many of the relevant questions that I can, but you question was asked three times and I have the same answer.

[@ElizabethPerez-vm9jm]

I can’t seem to find this song any where can you send me a link please ???

[@DIYHGP]

That was a private recording done just for my videos.

[@katarascal3183]

the original name is Just a closer walk with thee.. It's an old christian song.

[@pauldriver3755]

Nice how did you make the screen for the door?

[@DIYHGP]

I didn’t it was cheaper to hire that part done than make it myself

[@gilgil1989]

God damm butter bean song in my head now!

[@DIYHGP]

Yeah it’s kind of catchy.

[@MsChris7100]

yeah, I had to advance past those sections. Otherwise, good diy video.

[@johnjohnoj6408]

way to go friend

[@joephantom8288]

How much will it cost?

[@DIYHGP]

Do you have to price lumber today it’s different than when I built it

[@joephantom8288]

@@DIYHGP ball park?🤔

[@lauriestorch7829]

Song is better when it's about Jesus , just a closer walk with thee.

[@SaritaGardner]

How did you make the screen?!

[@DIYHGP]

Because of the cost to make it was about equal to the cost to buy it. I used a professional for the custom size I needed.

[@ShawnMtz_78]

Good luck Sarita..👌

[@paulshaw9355]

Stop playing BUTTERBEAN sang it all day yesterday

[@lostnation5348]

Damn song is stuck in my head.......

[@DIYHGP]

Butter Beans; it is a catchy tune

[@TheFlatlander440]

It reminds me of the song "Bramble Bush" from the movie "The Dirty Dozen".

[@Macholdfast]

Thats looks awesome. What type of screw does the pocket hole jig use?

[@DIYHGP]

Scott, Kreg makes the pocket hole jig and screws, they have a special square drill head driver and screws to match.

[@freebird1963]

Do you u gotta use Kreg screws ?

[@mattjohnson9743]

Yes you must use their screws, however they not very expensive. Pay attention to wood thickness, and the screw length 😀

[@SteveCothern]

Hey Bodie -- thanks for the vid! Followed it with a few minor variations to build an interior screen door to keep my new kittens in "jail" in my office without them overheating :) One question -- I see that the hinges you call out in the header to the video are different than the ones that you actually used. I used a butt hinge very similar to the ones you cite in the description as they seemed more appropriate to the 3/4" stock. Care to comment? Thanks, Steve

[@DIYHGP]

The hinges in the link are on Amazon, the one I installed are from Lowes.

[@the_basket_bros]

Legit question: Legit answer. Lol

[@debbielopez5410]

What size is the kick plate1x4?

[@DIYHGP]

The kickplate is 1x6 , I just glued together two pieces to make this size.

[@yaffayaffaful]

Nice...did you make the screen frame? With the metal around it?

[@DIYHGP]

Because of the cost to make it was about equal to the cost to buy it. I used a professional for the custom size I needed.

[@playavistalife1295]

No doorknob?????

[@DIYHGP]

I added a pull handle later.

[@jeffecp]

Bacana!!