Tips for installing and removing retainer strips.
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.
Loosen the two retainer strips holding the glass in the storm door before attempting to take the pane out.
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.
It should slide into the frame as neatly as the glass panel did.
We ll walk you through the steps.
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.
Reversing the screen in your storm door can be simple.
Remove the glass and place the screen in the door opening.
Pull the glass out and place it aside.
Insert the retainer strips in place.
Slide it into the door channel in front of the screen.
Secure the screen panel to the door using the spring clips or screwed brackets.
Insert the screen panel into the door.
Replace any weatherstripping or concealment devices.
Use a screwdriver that has a narrow tip to fit it into the corners of the door.
The glass or insect screen are secured using removable retainer strips on the interior of the door panel.
It should not go in between the screen and the door frame.
The glass panel needs to be removed to install the screen.
You may also want to remove your existing screen for replacement if it has become damaged.