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Measure for the shutter height at the left side, middle, and right side of the window opening from the top of the window to the bottom excluding any window sill. If the heights vary at each of these points, use the SMALLEST of the three measurements. This measurement will be the height of the shutter you need to order.
What size should my shutters be?
Shutter size should be between 25-50% of the window width in order to remain aesthetically pleasing. Never install house shutters that are wider than the window.
Should all exterior shutters be the same width?
It is generally best to find a single width that works for all of your windows. The width that usually works best for decorative shutter is between 25% and 33% of the total width of your window including the window trim.
How do you measure for exterior window double shutters?
The height of the shutter is usually the height of the opening, not counting the window sill. Double Windows: For double windows, divide the opening width by 4. For consistency, if the width is close to the measurements for your single windows, use the single width.
How do I know what size shutters to buy?
For the most authentic look, we recommend measuring only the window opening not including any frame or trim around it. Typically, the width of your shutters should be half of your total window width.
Can shutters be shorter than window?
Shutters should be the same size as the window opening. Whether one or in a pair, when held up to the window they should fit as if they were going to be closed. Most of the time I see shutters that are incorrect in length and/or width.
How wide should board and batten shutters be?
Building Board and Batten Shutters Go ahead and cut all of your boards to length on a miter saw, and then make any rips that you need to accommodate the width of your window. Each batten will run diagonally across the boards and should be just shy of the width of your shutter.
How thick should shutters be?
Shutter stiles shall be a minimum of 2-5/8 inches wide by 1 3/8 inches thick. Top rails and midrails shall be a minimum of 2 3/8 inches wide by 1 5/16 inches thick. Bottom rails shall be minimum 4 1/8 inches wide by 1 3/8 inches thick. Louvers shall be minimum 1 3/8 inches wide by 3/8 inches thick.
Can you put shutters on double windows?
Shutters should be avoided on double-mulled windows, picture windows, bay windows, and most dormer windows.
How far should shutters be from window?
Position a shutter in the desired location next to the window on the exterior of the house. Leave a 1/4-inch gap between vinyl shutters or composite exterior shutters and the window trim to allow room for expansion and contraction in different temperatures. A gap is not necessary for stationary wooden shutters.
Do shutters go on back of house?
If you want to amplify your home’s style, then adding shutters to the back is a no-brainer. It’s an especially easy choice when you think about all the other benefits that functional exterior shutters can provide. The choice to put shutters on the back of your home is a personal one.
Do exterior shutters add value to your home?
With exterior shutters, you can improve your home’s value and a lot more. This window treatment technique protects your house, boosts energy efficiency, and improves curb appeal. Shutters also enhance privacy and help transform the exterior décor.
Do shutters make a house look smaller?
Shutter colors for beige house White shutters, if matched to your window trim, can make a smaller house appear larger. Black shutters can especially pop on larger homes. Think of other dark colors, too.
What type of wood is used for shutters?
Cedar is the most commonly used wood as a material for creating exterior shutter. Not only shutters, but cedar wood is also actually used for many exterior applications. The chief reason for using cedar is that it’s dimensionally stable. This means it’s resistant to warping and twisting.
Where should exterior shutters be placed?
When open, shutters should be located tight to the window covering all or part of the window casing and projecting outward at the window edge. Architecturally, it is not necessary for a feature to actually be functional; however, it must always appear functional.
Can you trim vinyl shutters?
It is best to trim the shutters with a stationary power saw, like a power miter saw, a table saw or a radial arm saw, because it is difficult to make accurate cuts with a hand saw. Trim the bottom of the shutters first, but do not cut off more than three-quarters of an inch.
Do windows come in standard sizes?
Most picture windows don’t open, but they do come in multiple standard sizes to fit in any home. Widths range from 2-feet to 8-feet and heights range from 1-foot to 8-feet tall.
How do you measure wooden shutters?
Measure the height from the sill to the ceiling or top of the reveal. If you are looking for café shutters, please give the height of the transom or horizontal divide in your window, rather than the full height of the window, and indicate this is what you are looking for.
