Large windows can provide a great view of the outdoors. Of course, they also allow others to see into your home. To gain a little privacy when you need it, install shutters on the interior of your windows. Shutters come in standard sizes and can also be custom-fitted to your windows.
Before ordering or purchasing shutters, you'll need to measure your windows. Some windows aren't completely square, so measure their width at top and bottom, and use the shorter measurement. If you're going to paint the shutters, lay them on a flat surface and paint them before installation.
Materials:
Drill, with 1/8" bit, countersink bit and Phillips driver bit
Measuring tape
Safety glasses
Combination square
Interior shutter package, including hinges, magnetic catches and mounting/filler strips
You'll need to make sure that the frame is completely flush so the shutters will align properly. You may need to build up the middle section of the frame so that it's flush with the rest of the frame.
- Use a combination square to mark the placement of the hinges on the shutters (figure A). Dry-fit the hinges, and mark the positions for the screw holes. Drill pilot holes, and screw the hinges to the shutters. Mark the placement of the hinges on the shutters, and screw them into place. The number of hinges used depends on the size of the shutters.
- Align the hinges on the mounting strips, mark and drill pilot holes (figure B), and screw the hinges into place.
- Use a countersink bit to drill two pilot holes in the mounting strip (figure C).
- Place the mounting strip in position on the frame. Insert screws in the holes, and let the shutter hang.
- Align the rest of the mounting strips, and secure them to the window frame. If the size of your window frames does not require or permit the use of mounting strips, place the shutters in the frame, mark the holes in the hinges, and drill pilot holes for the screws.
- Repeat the above step until all shutters have been placed.
- Install magnetic catches on the windowsills to keep the shutters closed (figure D).
RESOURCES :
Plantation shutters
Model: 1436-4
Flair-Fold
Flair-Fold Corporation
Hiawatha, KS 66434
Phone: 913-742-7161
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