Changing Storm Door From Screen To Glass
Reversing the screen in your storm door can be simple.
Changing storm door from screen to glass. The idea is to unscrew all the tiny screws that are usually hidden in the spaces where the door edges meet. The glass panel needs to be removed to install the screen. Pull the glass out and place it aside. Slide it into the door channel in front of the screen.
We ll walk you through the steps. It is easy to dismantle not completely a storm door to take out the glass. Secure the screen panel to the door using the spring clips or screwed brackets. Loosen the two retainer strips holding the glass in the storm door before attempting to take the pane out.
It should slide into the frame as neatly as the glass panel did. Jeff from harvey building product takes you through the steps of how to replace the glass in your harvey storm door. You may also want to remove your existing screen for replacement if it has become damaged. To do so nudge a thin blade or a flathead screwdriver between the door frame and the retaining strip gently pry it from the top of the glass and work your way in the opposite direction.
Remove the glass and place the screen in the door opening. Insert the retainer strips in place. Start at the top of the door and hold the retainer at about a 45 degree angle with the edge with writing on it facing you. To switch your storm door glass panel to your insect screen or vice versa follow the instructions provided in the youtube video and written instructions below.
Use a screwdriver that has a narrow tip to fit it into the corners of the door. Replace any weatherstripping or concealment devices. A pella storm door comes with a glass panel installed but a screen can be purchased as an option. Insert the screen panel into the door.