A fiberglass frame screen door is a rugged, durable, and attractive way to let fresh air into your home while maintaining some privacy and keeping out insects. Valley Isle Screen, the premier seller of screen doors and window screens in Kahului, HI, explains below how to install a fiberglass frame screen door in seven simple steps. This locally owned business is renowned throughout the islands for their quality products and expert service.

Install a Fiberglass Frame Screen Door in 7 Steps 

1. Assemble Your Tools

Assemble the tools you'll need; most screen doors come with a list of tools required to install them. These include screwdrivers, a power drill, circular saw, metal cutters, and a ruler or tape measure. Always wear gloves and protective eyewear when undertaking a job that requires power tools.

2. Measure the Door Opening

Measure the height and width of the door opening. Choose a fiberglass frame screen door that matches—as nearly as possible—those dimensions for your door opening.

3. Trim the Door to Fit or Add a Sill Expander

If the door does not fit the opening precisely, you may need to trim the door if it is too large or add a sill expander if it is too small. When trimming, place the door steadily on sawhorses and remove an equal amount from the top and bottom.

4. Choose a Swing Direction

Which way do you want the door to open? Typically, the handle should be on the same side as the handle of the main door. However, if this is inconvenient, you can have it open in the other direction.

5. Set the Door in Place

Place the fiberglass frame screen door in the opening and use shims to locate it equidistant from both sides, as well as from top to bottom. Locate the hinges where you want them, and mark where the screw holes will be. Use a drill to sink the screw holes in the door and doorframe to make hinge installation easier.

6. Attach the Hinges

Attach the hinges to the door using a screwdriver or screwdriver drill bit. Next, attach the bottom screw of the top hinge to the door frame. Use a level to make sure the door hangs square. Attach the bottom hinge to the door frame and double-check that the door is level before tightening it.

7. Attach the Handle

Attach the handle, and test the door to make sure it swings properly.

Valley Isle Screen, the premier seller of screen doors and window screens in Kahului, HI, can provide expert guidance for your fiberglass screen door installation project. Or, if you prefer, they'll be happy to install it for you. Visit their website for contact information, or call (808) 877-3054 to speak to a friendly, knowledgeable professional.