To replace a screen you will need a few basic materials and tools including a flathead screwdriver or screw gun a tape measure a utility knife a staple gun a piece of scrap lumber finishing nails and last but not least the actual screen itself.
How to install hinges for screen door.
How to install spring hinges for screen doors.
Make a mark at those points on the door and then lay the hinges on the marks and mark where the holes will go with a pencil or pen.
If you have a small tear purchase screen repair tape or a screen patch either of which can cover a rip and make the door usable once more.
One of the advantages of screen doors is that they allow air to circulate while keeping out insects but your door won t do that if you leave it open.
Storm doors offer protection for your exterior doors and they can be stylish and functional at the same time they have the advantage over screen doors because they let in a lot of light without allowing warm or cold air to escape thus helping to save energy.
Then using a hinge as a template drill pilot holes for the 3 hinges which will go on the opposite side of the door as the handle.
Similarly the handle should be placed at the same height as.
Storm door installation is a simple project that can be completed quickly.
Measure where your hinges will lay on the door.
I put mine 5 inches from the top of the door and 10 inches up from the bottom of the door.
This guide will show you how to install a storm door.
Install the hinges at the same level as the upper and lower door hinges or about eight inches from the top and also from the bottom.
When installing a middle hinge center it between the top and bottom hinges.