Window screens

[AndrewSmith]

Hello

I've got a couple of questions about the bug screens on windows. Here's a photo of one of mine, after it was replaced under warranty for the retaining rubber (what's it called by the way?) coming out:



That rubber thing appears to have been stretched into place, or else it shrinks after a few months. But then again it only happens on this specific window. Has anyone else experienced this? I already pushed it back in 3 times. It stays for a few days and then is out at this corner again.

Should I take the whole thing out and get it in without stretching, possibly leaving a length of screen unattached? Where can I get replacements for it? I asked the dealer, the guy didn't know.

Second question: I'm hoping to wash all the screens in the next few days. They're very dusty. My understanding is that they need to be removed before they can be washed effectively. I already tried vacuuming, it's not enough. Is that the way to go? I guess once I start I'll figure out how each screen pan is attached? It looks like there are at least 3 styles.

Thanks in advance.

[howson]

AndrewSmith

That rubber is called screen spline. You'll find it at any big box hardware store. For the screen with the spline that's popping out (too short?) it's not too hard to replace. There are lots of videos on YouTube--search for install screen spline.

I don't remember reading a thread with anyone else having this issue.

Taking the screens out is (IMO) the best way to clean the screens if washing is the process. They aren't easy to remove or reinstall, but it can be done.

Howard

[AndrewSmith]

Thanks Howard!

[Jlawles2]

If you choose to re roll the spline into the screen, leave the spline a little long as they tend to shrink or go back to original length if they get any stretch in them when rolling into position.

I've seen the corner come out of home windows and I think may previous 5er had one screen do the same. I have also seen the rubber window retainer pull out in the corners.

[Lonestar]

They make a little roller tool to make it easier to place the screen spline in the channel, but if you are just going to add a little length to the screen, as opposed to doing the whole screen, I doubt you will need the tool.

https://www.amazon.com/Prime-Line-75...02781043&psc=1