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How to install a sliding screen door catch.
A screen door catch is installed on the outside of the door and is not.
To install a screen door start by asking a friend to hold the door in the door frame so the screen door s handle is on the same side as the main door s handle.
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Then using a hinge as a template drill pilot holes for the 3 hinges which will go on the opposite side of the door as the handle.
You should have the upper and lower hinges 5 inches.
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A screen door catch places enough tension on the door to keep it closed when it should be allowing it to open when in use.
I have a really old sliding screen door about 56 60 yrs old i havent had any luck trying to find a lock to replace the very old one i have now so if you can help me in any way i would greatly appreciate it.
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It is terribly thin and brittle plastic which is prone to cracking during both installation with simple screws and everyday use with even a featherweight screen door.
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Sliding screen door lock.