Replace A Door Screen - Ace Hardware

Watch as Ace's Home Expert, Lou Manfredini, shows you how to easily replace a torn screen on your door.
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[@Snappycomeback]

EASY PEASY! I watched this video and had the new screen installed 20 minutes later. Thanks so much!

[@DGER81]

This guy is the most wholesome surrogate dad I’ve ever dreamed of lol

[@AceHardware]

Love this comment. :)

[@davewilson7480]

When I repair screens, I use blue painters tape to secure the frame to the work surface. I've found that it makes it a lot easier to position the screen material and put on the spline if the frame is held in place.

[@nancygrey18]

thank you. I appreciate your genuine dad vibes.

[@tanvancouver7115]

Thanks for believing in me, Lou!

[@AceHardware]

We never doubted you for a second.

[@ericalexander5890]

I also believe in you, tanvan!

[@dennisryan7568]

This video is exceptional - your tips were all completely on target. If you need to replace a screen this is the one to watch !!

[@AceHardware]

Love the comment! Thanks for watching!

[@danjaime9651]

I saw this video a couple of times and ALL my questions/concerns were addressed. I installed the screen without issues. THANK YOU!

[@AceHardware]

Glad it helped!

[@BabaldipKaur]

Wow..... thank you so very much..... he is such a teacher. Absolutely super helpful video from starting to end.

[@matthewnachel7112]

Hi Lou, I tell you thank you again you help me with one other project with the toilet seat a couple years ago so now you help me with this thank you again Lou I took your advice 100% and it worked out beautiful thank you thank you thank you thank you for the screen door tips and buying a bigger roll than you need. It works just like you said and what was ironic was the size of my screen door that I walked into accidentally also had a hole in it when I moved in about 16 years ago, that was nothing but me walking into it last night literallydid it in but anyway so I’m happy I bought the bigger size because my screen door size is 36 inches just like the one you said in the video which was exactly my size so I took your advice 100% thank you Lou You sure made me happy

[@johntenta8561]

Thank you for this video. I was nervous having to replace my screen on a sliding door, but your video helped me get it done like a pro. Thank you!!!!!

[@AceHardware]

Glad it helped

[@ArieVandervelden]

Great video! Thank you. What helped me get the screen nice and flat is this: I did a long side to start, just as in this video. Then, giving lots of slack on the spline, I tacked down the opposite long side in a few spots with the spline to ensure a nice and flat screen. Then I came around the first short side. Then the second long side, popping out the tack points as I approached them. Then the final short side. Voila, new screen door.

[@AceHardware]

Great tip! Thanks for watching.

[@PurpleDogCafe]

Thanks Lou. I did is myself with your help. I usually am no good at handyman stuff. Thanks!! I did myself and it only was $30 total.

[@AceHardware]

Way to go Tom!

[@meganknap8645]

Great video! Mission accomplished!

[@krismarks9769]

I love the hometown friendliness of Ace. Always someone there to help.

[@AceHardware]

Thanks Kris!

[@krismarks9769]

@@AceHardware Got screen replaced and installed a grille on the outside to prevent enthusiastic barn cats from reminding me that it is feeding time.

[@valkh83]

@@AceHardware how much does ace charge to do this if I take my sliding door in?

[@garylynn2857]

​@@valkh83 they have gotten pricey last couple years.usually do my own but I was heading out for work and had them do it...with wheels was almost 100bucks. They do a good job though. So, if your not a handy person. Then they are a good source. Get you an old screen and just practice and repracticr

[@mysterybat35]

Thank you very much! This was very helpful. Saved me time and money!! God bless

[@marlenerodulfa4397]

Thank you. You make it look so easy but I’m sure it’s not. I’ll try and follow your instructions and do my very best. 😊

[@AceHardware]

You can always bring you window frame into your local Ace and they offer a screen replace service.

[@JamesObermayer]

Helpful. You should mention the two tools needed. Taping the screen down prior to start is a help.

[@AceHardware]

Thanks for the feedback James!

[@lisab1732]

Thanks this worked perfectly once I got the old seal out!

[@jsinnott5952]

thank you . Great instructions.. off to Ace I go to get supplies to do this

[@RichardPeskett]

Great video explanation of screen replacement. Thank you

[@zerosandones701]

Worked great, great instructions! Getting the screen door out was tricky though -- mine had a screw on the side of the door to adjust the wheel height, which allowed me to get it out

[@rasokolik1]

wake

[@805rips4]

very easy to understand. thanks!

[@atrains]

Super helpful video. Just did mine. Came out really good. Thanks for making this video.

[@AceHardware]

Thanks for watching!

[@royalcab4448]

Very good explain thanks sir

[@user-eo7wy9kq7b]

Very helpful video, saved a few bucks doing it myself!!

[@AceHardware]

Glad it was helpful! It's a great skill to have, screens need to be replaced all the time it seems.

[@joemankowski3898]

Very insightful! Now I did it myself rather than dragging a whole door to Ace!!

[@AceHardware]

And it's a great skill to have! Screens need to be repaired all the time.

[@ericbauchet81]

very helpful thank you

[@aaronwellman5924]

Great video, well explained and right to the point- thanks!

[@aaronwellman5924]

Great channel by the way, I like think I’m handy but my wife not so much she’s not a fan of “ Jerry rigging up a solution” it always helpful to have some solid walk through videos for a reference

[@AceHardware]

Love the comment! Happy we can help!

[@shawneechojnacki1340]

Thank you and wish me luck !

[@AceHardware]

Best of luck!

[@Monocyte44]

Amazing video. Ace is the best.

[@moyrojasz]

Nice. It helped a ton.

[@comandantegorrion7271]

I’m looking after my parents’ place while they’re on vacation and their cats decided that it would be fun to completely shred the lower half of the screen door, so this might be a real lifesaver.

[@AceHardware]

You may want to consider using the pet strong screen material. :)

[@Poprocks4u]

I can't believe you did this on a folding table.

[@mikecoughlin3222]

be sure that the spline goes all the way down. It can trick you and make you think its down when its only half way down, one reason to keep the screen loose and not tight, since it will tighten on its own as it goes down into the channel.

[@AceHardware]

good tip!

[@GregorySawyer]

Thanks Dude! And Thanks Ace !

[@joedarden2276]

Out standing

[@justinbarnes5498]

Thanks for the great information! Will tackle this in a couple of months once things warm up just before spring. Lou, I kind of feel like you must be from the Ohio/Indiana/Illinois area? I recognize your accent as being common in those locations. Always love stopping by my local Ace as opposed to the so-called "big box retailers". Thanks again.

[@AceHardware]

Hi Justin, You know your Midwest accents! Lou owns 2 Ace Hardware in Illinois. Thanks for watching!

[@bingbang8341]

Very good.

[@alongreen8727]

You forgot to show the most important step of the process - how to take the screen door off from the frame.. that was most frustrating part for me

[@cpanta9343]

Yes

[@garylynn2857]

That you just lift up from the bottom pushing wheels upward and pull out. Some thin painters sticks help on this if doing alone

[@ronw9901]

Easiest part

[@youngkidrules]

Have a dog run through it, works everytime.

[@sonny9892]

​@@youngkidrules😂 never fails

[@michelefisher5171]

The bottom part of the door. Is it the kicker?

[@raymondwu4617]

Thanks a lot, man! I was struggling to press in the spline then came here and found out there are different spline diameters... How can I determine the correct diameter for the spline?

[@AceHardware]

Hi Raymond, If you have a piece of the old one you can match it up. Or use a tape measure and determine the width of the groove. You can always bring your spline into an Ace and they can provide the match! Hope this helps. :)

[@feliciakamel]

Does the screen have to be tightened as in pulling on the screen when you’re putting in the spline?

[@AceHardware]

Yes you'll want it to be tight or else you'll get a sag in the screen fabric.

[@caliboy2498]

I did same way but after I was done saw middle of the frame both sides bent inwards making space on one side I redid leaving screen free n loose same thing please advise

[@AceHardware]

The trick is not to pull the screen too tightly that’s why the frame bent. Screen frames take practice and patience. You need enough screen material over the frame to properly pull it and the install in the frame. Hope this helps!

[@caliboy2498]

@@AceHardware thanks for the reply next time I will be cautious 😊👏

[@singhsingh99]

There's no more time for cryin'

[@BeardedBaldGuy87]

Getting the spline out was a pain! It was so dry that it came out in crumbles. That alone took an hour.

[@AceHardware]

Oh no! Hopefully the rest of the process was easier. We do have some Ace Hardware's that do screen repair as a store service. You can look up your local Ace and check store details to see if they offer this service.

[@Nommadman]

What if you don’t have a spline tool. Can I use a flathead?

[@AceHardware]

We don't suggest a flathead because you could tear the screen fabric and have to start all over. You can also damage the window frame. We have heard people having success with a pizza cutter, but we worry that can tear the fabric. The nice thing about owning a spline tool is you'll now be set to fix future screens.

[@lgoler]

Having just done a replacement screen on my door, I'm surprised he didn't say to use clamps to hold the screen in place. It's nearly impossible to get the right level of tautness on the screen, especially for anything larger than a small window screen. Get yourself some clamps and the job will be much easier.

[@AceHardware]

Thanks for sharing that tip!

[@TM-X88]

Take example with that size, how much do they charge in Ace Hardware?

[@AceHardware]

Hi There, Price can vary by location. Here's a link to the store locator to find your local Ace: www.acehardware.com/store-locator

[@TN-bm6dh]

Are you using the groove side to install Sir?

[@charlessanders1342]

The spline tool should be wider so it can't slip off side of spline.

[@malayangpilipino4465]

I have my door patio to be fix, the screen was rip off because of too old, what size of door spline you use?

[@AceHardware]

Hi There, Typically it's possible to use the same spline. If that's not the case, I suggest bringing the patio door in because the spline can vary by door. Your local Ace may also provide the service to rescreen it for you for a small fee.

[@youarehere1251]

Put a piece of cardboard on the screen when cutting off the excess.

[@TrollBot-dv1rk]

This guy looks like alternate universe Dan Patrick where shit didn’t work out.

[@boarder8903]

It's infuriating watching you press that in so easily. I'm using the spline that came with the door and it is a pain to get back in.

[@RichardGutman-sz7wd]

Stupidest thing I ever heard!!! You absolutely DO NOT need 48" screen to rescreen a 36" inch door. The average screen door frame is 2 inches or so wide. So 36 inch wide will give you 2 inches on either side for "leeway."