How to Replace a Window Screen on a Camper Shell

How to Replace a Window Screen on a Camper Shell
Written By
Tyson Simmons
Tyson Simmons
Published: Apr 2, 2009
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read
  1. Use a flathead screwdriver to remove the staples holding the window screen on. Some of these may be set in and rusted, but a little old-fashioned prying will quickly remove them.

  2. Pull the window screen away from the camper shell and set it on top of your replacement screening.

  3. Trace the border of your old screen on to the new screening using a sharpie marker. Make sure to go a little wide of the actual border so you can cut within the lines.

  4. Cut out the new screening following just inside the lines you traced using a pair of heavy duty scissors. Try to keep the cut as clean and smooth as possible.

  5. Place the new screen over the window and staple it to secure it. Make sure to keep the screen taught the entire time to prevent wrinkles from forming.

Tips

It may be desirable to purchase heavier duty screening than was previously on the camper shell (to prevent any new rips and tears).

Warnings

Always use caution when working with sharp objects.

Photo Credits

www.fourwheelcampers.com

Tyson Simmons

Tyson Simmons started writing professionally in 2005 and has worked for multiple media firms and publications, including "EQ Automotive" and various websites. He mainly covers the automotive and technical fields. Simmons has an English…

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