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yStop throwing out torn window screens. Here are 10 brilliant hacks to use them around the house

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Stop Throwing Out Torn Window Screens: 10 Brilliant Hacks to Use Them Around the House

Torn window screens might seem like trash, but don’t toss them just yet! Those metal or fiberglass mesh frames are surprisingly versatile and can be transformed into practical, clever tools around your home. Instead of throwing out damaged screens, try these 10 brilliant hacks that give them a new life — saving you money and reducing waste.


1. DIY Sifter for Gardening and Cooking

Use a piece of torn window screen stretched over a frame to create a simple sifter. Perfect for sifting soil, compost, or even flour and powdered sugar in the kitchen.


2. Insect Barrier for Food

Cover outdoor food dishes or picnic baskets with a piece of screen to keep flies and bugs away while letting air circulate.


3. Protect Plants from Pests

Wrap torn screen pieces around delicate plants to protect them from insects and small animals without blocking sunlight.


4. Drain Cleaner

Place a piece of screen over drains in sinks or showers to catch hair and debris, preventing clogs.


5. Fireplace Spark Guard

Use a screen panel in front of your fireplace to block sparks and embers from escaping while allowing heat to pass through.


6. Air Vent Filter

Cut screen pieces to size and place over air vents or fans to trap dust and prevent debris from entering your HVAC system.


7. Storage Organizer

Mount a piece of screen on a wall or inside a cabinet door to hang tools, keys, or kitchen utensils with hooks.