Window Screen Repair Tape

Repair · IA-R1

Window Screen Repair Tape

Window Screen Repair Tape is a 2 in × 30 ft roll of woven fibreglass with a pressure-sensitive acrylic adhesive, priced at $13.99. Cut a piece slightly larger than the tear, press it on both sides of the mesh, and the patch holds through rain and washing. Thirty feet is dozens of repairs rather than one, which is why it beats a single patch on price per fix. A torn screen is the easiest way into a house for anything with wings, and sealing it is the one control step that costs almost nothing.

$13.99 per 5 cm × 9 m roll
2 in × 30 ftFibreglass meshWaterproof

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  • 2 in × 30 ft (5 cm × 9 m) roll — enough for dozens of repairs, not one patch kit
  • Woven fibreglass mesh: holds its shape and does not fray when cut
  • Pressure-sensitive adhesive on a peel-off backing; no glue, staples or tools
  • Waterproof, so it holds on outward-facing doors and porch screens
  • Available in black or grey — grey disappears on aluminium frames

How to use it

  1. Clean and dry the screen around the tear — adhesive will not bond to dust.
  2. Cut a piece at least 2 cm larger than the damage on every side.
  3. Press firmly from the centre outward, then smooth the edges down twice.

Specifications

Size5 cm × 9 m (2 in × 30 ft)
MaterialWoven fibreglass mesh
AdhesivePressure-sensitive acrylic
ColourBlack (grey available)
UseIndoor and outdoor, waterproof
Tools neededScissors
In the box1 × roll
Best for: Rented flats, student houses and anyone who would rather not re-screen a whole frame.

About this product

A torn screen is the easiest way into a house for anything with wings. This is a 2 in × 30 ft roll of woven fibreglass with a pressure-sensitive adhesive: cut a piece slightly larger than the tear, press it on both sides, and the mesh blends in well enough that you stop noticing it. Thirty feet is dozens of patches, not one.

FAQ about the Window Screen Repair Tape

Will it hold on a curved screen?

It conforms to gentle curves. On a tight radius the edges may lift — cut a narrower strip and apply it in two passes.

Can I paint over it?

Yes, once the adhesive has fully cured (about 24 hours). Use a thin coat so the mesh stays open.

Black or grey?

Black matches fibreglass screens and most porch mesh; grey is the closer match for bare aluminium frames.

How long does it last?

Indoors, several seasons. On a south-facing door in direct sun, expect one to two years before the adhesive dries out.

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