Make sure to measure your screen from the exterior of the frame. Using your tape measure, let's measure the screens height by measuring from the bottom to the top. So your total offset would be a 1/4' from your NOTE: If using flat tension springs as hardware on LEFT or RIGHT of the frame - we recommend subtracting an additional 1/8įor the spring clearance.

Lastly, you will need to subtract an 1/8' from your measurement to allow for clearance for installation.

Now that you have 2 measurements, left record the smaller of the two and use this as your width measurement for the next step.

Be sure to place your tape measure inside the channel where the screen will rest.

Next, measure the bottom width by measuring from left to right.

Using a tape measure, place it in the top left channel and measure the distance to the right channel.

Then, provide us with the smaller of the two measurements you recorded.

Next, use the same measuring method and measure from left to right at the bottom.

Using a tape measure, record the measurement from left to right at the top.

First, carefully remove the screen from the window channel.

Measuring from the corners will insure your new replacement screen will fit into the windowsill perfectly. This is very important to aquire a true measure because some screens can have a bow in the frame due to either damage, misuse or the screen material being too tight. Please measure from the corner and not the distance between the center. Next, use a standard tape measure to measure the width of your screen (left to right). Place your screen on a workbench or any flat surface. Springs go on the side where the screen fits into the deepest channel of the actual window frame. Please note that the tabs will go on opposite side of the tension springs. There is a certain method of how to measure for a spring loaded window screen. One of the most common types of window screens are the spring loaded screens. Determining how to measure starts with the existing windows you would like to replace with new screens.

Like most homes, your window screens sizes will vary throughout your house. Knowing which side the clips are located and how far from the edge of screen is important to note. Determine which, if any, hardware or screen clips are needed and where they are located on the window screen. Record the width, length and then the thickness of frame and provide these exact measurements to us. The most common and easiest way of properly measuring for a replacement screen is to use your existing screen.

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