Making a magnetic door screen involves creating two mesh panels that meet in the middle and are held closed by sewn-in magnets.
DIY Magnetic Door Screen Steps
Crafting your own magnetic door screen is a straightforward project. The key is to create two mesh panels that magnetically seal when they close.
Here are the essential steps:
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Measure and Cut the Mesh:
- First, accurately measure the height and width of your door frame opening.
- Cut two pieces of mesh fabric. Ensure these pieces fit inside the door frame width, but add approximately 4 inches to the height measurement for each piece. This extra material provides room for hemming and securing the magnets.
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Sew in the Magnets:
- Take your two cut mesh pieces.
- Along the inside edges of the two mesh panels (the edges that will meet in the middle of the doorway), sew the magnets into the mesh fabric. The magnets should be aligned so they attract and seal the two panels together when they close.
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Hang the Screen:
- Once the magnets are securely sewn into the mesh, you are ready to install the screen.
- Hang the two finished mesh screen halves in your doorway. Ensure the edges with the sewn-in magnets meet precisely in the center of the frame, allowing them to magneticallly snap shut.
By following these steps, you can create a functional magnetic screen door to allow fresh air in while helping to keep insects out.
