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4.5
I thought I would give it a try to re-screen my window screen myself and initially it takes time but I did it. And if I can do then anyone can since I always find ways to screw things up. Subsequent ones will probably be faster and easier. There are no instructions so you have to go to Youtube to get the details on how to perform this procedure. The screen was black and it looked like it did not match what was on the window originally but when I put it up in the window frame, it looks like it matches my other window. You really cannot go wrong with the fiberglass over aluminum but you still have to be careful in not making holes in the fiberglass when putting the ribbon in and cutting the extraneous screening. I saved about $35-50 and I still have enough material left for about two more average size screens. Go for it.I'm not going to lie, this took a bit of time to get the old screen out and the new screen into the frame and taut, but once it's done, it looks 100 times better than it did. I wished I had a few little clamps to keep the loose screen in place on the sides that hadn't been secured yet, but I managed without them. The screen looks great and is back to doing its job.nice as a kit. install pretty simple. not the greatest install information.Everything about this set meets the expectations based on the online descriptionThicknesses of screen was very thin almost tore during installationEasy to install (?one figure it out on UTube. Les than an hour!! Looks nice too!Our dog left scratch marks in our screen door. I was completely unaware that the screen could be replaced, so I headed to the big orange store to buy a new screen door. $50 later, I was back at home and recognized that the very cheap door did not fit like the original. I headed back to big orange and replaced the door with a higher end (still junk) screen door for $75...only to have the same result as the first door. I then (after the fact) realized that the original screen door was more narrow (as was the channel) that typical doors, so I decided to research viable repairs...and learned that it's actually pretty easy. Bottom Line: I found this kit that includes the spline and spline tool as well as the screen for only $18...a great investment, but you only have one chance to get it right.Overall, this was a very easy and quick repair and I saved a ton of money in the process. However, I did come close to messing this up. My initial use of the spline tool (larger roller) tore a bit of the screen material as I got started seating the spline. Fortunately, I had room to slide the screen over thereby avoiding the torn screen area. On my second attempt, I changed my technique slightly which ultimately turned out great. What I Learned: Even though the spline itself is kind of thick, I used the more narrow roller on the tool and avoided any more tearing.Bottom Line: This is a great, economical kit with a spline tool that will last a lifetime (don't buy the plastic spline tool)...so next time, all you have to buy is the screen, and maybe more spline (recommended). The only negative is that the screen material is kind of fragile. As mentioned, it tore a bit as I used the larger roller on the spline tool, and this was with very littler force. However, I'll chalk it up to user-error as the door turned out great once I swapped to the smaller roller. Great kit...would buy again!It came with most of the things you need to install, but you do need to cut the screen to size yourself. It may also help to use clamps to keep the screen taut during installation. The screen ripped upon a normal install in one spot. Good value, but not super durable and you need a couple of your own tools.After many months of suffering a damaged screen, which allowed dozens of flys to access my kitchen (gross), I found this product and bought 2 (1 being a back up). Firstly, I was amazed that it arrived about 36hrs after purchasing (and in a cute little gift box!). When I removed the mesh I was mildy disappointed that it was not presented in a roll (like I was expecting) but folded into a neat pile. I left the mesh unfolded on my washing line for several hours in the hopes the creases would drop out (they did not) but I need not have worried because they are nowhere to be found now that its up!This is my first attempt at replacing mesh myself, after 2 youtube tutorial videos, I was good to go! The tool worked great and I was able to reuse my old spline. I used a small craft knife to slice off the access mesh and approx 30mins later, job done and it looks great!Hoping it will weather fairly well with pets and kids but I've got a back up kit just in case! You can't go wrong buying this kit!This screen replacement kit is very easy to use kimda smelly tho. No instructions came but it's one of those supper simple no instructions needed kinda job. Just took some figuring out to get the screen tight. And be careful if you happen to run the tool off the rubber a bit and it rubs the screen againts the frame it will cut the screen. I did that a few times by accident I hope it doesn't cause problems later. But that's user error not product problem. Over all great quality.I decided to re-do my patio screen door and was searching for screen and tools online. This is exactly what I was looking for. It came with all the materials and tools needed for the job, and the size of screen is perfect. First time on this but it took me about half an hour to get the job done. The wife and kids said now I am a real handy-man. BTW you cannot find same products elsewhere at this price, plus the free one-day shipping.Screen came folded instead of a roll, which made it more difficult doing this alone. Screen is incredibly thin. Using the tool to push the spline in, I was slicing the screen inside that was touching the tool. Luckily, I had a plastic one at home, so I used that. The spline also started spliting. I'll recommend spending the few extra bucks to grab a better quality one at Home Depot.My screen door was broken, and the door guy asked for $1500 to replace it. I saw no reason it cannot be repaired, so here I go... So happy that I found this! It is easy to use and seems like it will last for a long time. Maybe I can even use it to make money: What about $150 to fix your broken screen door? lol
