How to remove T spline

Question

I need to replace screen on Larson screen door. I'm unable to remove the T spline. I tried uses a flat head screw driver to lift the ends off so I can then pull it out but have not been successful. Is there a trick or a tool to get the T spline out of groove to remove?

Dave Sr. · Accepted Answer

I'm not sure why you're having a problem removing the spline from your screen frame. I personally have always used a small screw driver, like you used, or a type of awl like the 75-029 and a set of small long nose pliers like the 75-055.

There really isn't much of a trick to it, though. I would check to see if your door is in fact a Larson storm door. You could have the Forever door brand storm door which takes the 55-109 rigid screen spline. That's a little trickier to deal with. I've also related some videos that could help you determine what you need to do.