Build Wooden Window Screen Frame

Build the screen the same dimensions so that it.

Build wooden window screen frame.

Now build the wooden frame of our window screen. Create a support board by cutting a 1 x 2 to the desired length. Nail 1 4 to 1 2 from top of window on each side. With screen tight s window screen frame kit you with screen tight s window screen frame kit you can build your own window screen to match the size of your existing or new window.

We use mahogany or reclaimed long leaf pine for the frame decorative pieces and inside screen molding. Build screens using fir for economy. How to make a diy window screen measure the window opening cut the window screen frame pieces assemble the window frame and use a router to cut a groove for the spline paint the frame and install the window screen material install the wood window screen in the window opening. Long leaf pine is the local wood that was used in that era.

Pocket hole placement tip. Fir is often used on decking and exterior trim and for structural. To at least the height of your screen frame. Wood window screens no historic house is complete without beautiful hand crafted wooden screens and we make wood screens just like the original craftsmen did in the early 1900 s.

Test fit the bottom rail for the fit of the angle. You have the ability to hide. Insert loop latch into spline groove on bottom of screen frame. Attach screen frame fasteners to outside frame of window.

The kit includes all parts needed to build your window screen except for tools. Measure the size window. Nail 1 4 to 1 2 from top of window on each side. Cut the rails to this length and cut the sill angle on the bottom rail.

This project is easy for any diy er or professional and doesn t take any previous experience. Measure the outside dimensions of the window trim. On the table saw cut tenons on the end of each rail by removing a 1 inch wide and 1 4 inch deep piece of material on each face of the rail.