How to make wood window screens that fit old windows
New window screens rarely fit historic openings right, and ordering custom ones gets expensive fast. These plans show you how to make wood window screens yourself, sized to the windows you have.
You get step-by-step instructions and a measurement calculation that builds your cut list to match your openings, so the plans work for any size historic wood double-hung window. Most people can build a set in a few hours.
What you get
- Step-by-step build instructions
- A measurement calculation that gives you the cut list for your windows
- Works for any size historic wood double-hung window
- Format: digital PDF download
You’ll also need screen mesh, sold separately in fiberglass or aluminum.
Frequently asked questions
Can you build your own wood window screens?
Yes. These plans walk you through building your own wood window screens with step-by-step instructions. You get a measurement calculation that turns your window dimensions into a cut list, so the screens fit the openings you have. Most people can build a set in a few hours.
Is it cheaper to make your own window screens than to buy them?
Making your own avoids paying for custom screens that never quite fit old openings. The plans give you the instructions and a cut-list calculation so you build screens sized to your windows. You order your screen mesh separately in fiberglass or aluminum.
Will these plans work for old wood windows?
Yes. The plans work for any size historic wood double-hung window. The included measurement calculation builds your cut list to match your specific openings, so the screens are sized to the windows you have.
What do you get with the window screen plans?
You get step-by-step build instructions plus a measurement calculation that gives you the cut list of parts for your windows. It is a digital PDF download. You will also need screen mesh, sold separately in fiberglass or aluminum.
Building your own storms or screens? These step-by-step plans and guides from The Craftsman Blog show you how.
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