I used a piece of screen from the hardware store and a couple strong magnets. I pulled the screen over my knee to form a small "bubble" that was about 6" X 20" and about 1-2" tall. I used the magnets to hold it in place over the grates. The bubble helped give more surface area so it didn't get clogged up. The magnets were strong enough that I could blow off the screen with the airgun when needed. It worked great for aluminum.
Apparently I don't know anything, so please verify my suggestions with my wife.