Housekeeping · Insect screen care

Clean insect-screen mesh gently; a screen is not a fall barrier

Follow the screen maker's instructions; use mild soapy water and a soft brush, and never rely on the mesh to prevent falls.

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Andersen recommends a soft brush with mild soapy water for many insect screens. Removal instructions depend on the window. Do not lean outdoors, especially at height, to clean or remove a screen. The U.S. CPSC warns that insect screens do not prevent falls.

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Identify the window and screen model, then read its removal and cleaning instructions.
Clean only areas you can reach safely. Never lean out of an upper-story window or force a screen out alone.
Loosen dust using a soft brush or dry cloth without stretching the mesh.
Where the maker permits, lightly brush the mesh and frame with mild soapy water.
Rinse soap residue as instructed, wipe the frame with a soft cloth and let it dry.
Check that the screen is seated properly. Use approved window guards or stops, not insect mesh, to help prevent child falls.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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