Screen Replacement

Very well written.

The tool and the spline will be available (easier) at most "neighborhood" hardware stores- Ace, Best Value, etc.

Also- it helps to run the tool down through the groove to pre-set the screen before you insert the spline to minimize stress on the screen at the groove.

If you have a choice, the fiberglass material is easier to work with and is more forgiving after installed.

The gadget with two rollers (of different widths for different beading/welting) works better than a screwdriver. Rolls the beading right down. Keep the frame square with nails, clamps, cement blocks, or the like. Be careful that in your enthusiasm you don't put so much tension on the frame that it bows inward. A linoleum hooked knife serves well to cut off the excess.

Shucks, It's a new use for an old tool. I remember when used the thing to secure a hot patch to an intertube and was the main thing when putting a 'boot' in a tire Things are a changing..Good answer

You need to visit your hardware store and get a tool. It has a rollers on the ends. Hopefully you can take it off and lay it flat. Pull the rubber bead out and remove the screen before you go measure the screen buy new fiberglass screen at the store and the tool. Screen should be two or more inches larger than the old one. When you get back home. lay the screen on the frame with a little extra on all sides, then start the bead at the middle of the top and press in slightly with your fingers, then with your new tool be careful not to get it too tight or you could warp the door or too loose it will bag. Do not cut off the excess until you are happy with your job. Then and only then take your razor knife or blade and trim along the out side on the rubber bead. I wish you good luck. The task gets easier after you do several.