Measuring Instructions for Shutters Menu

Instructions for Inside Mounted Shutters

 

 

Written Instructions

Depth Requirements

To determine that your window is deep enough for your shutters to be inside mounted, simply measure the depth from the glass to the outer edge of the trim or window casing. Be sure to clear all obstructions that may impede the louvers from operating properly.

For Faux Wood, If your depth is 2 1/4" or more, inside mount is recommended; if less, outside mount will be required.
For Wood, If your depth is 1 3/4" or more, inside mount is recommended; if less, outside mount will be required.

Faux Wood

  • A minimum recess depth of 2 1/4" is required for a 2 1/2" louver.
  • A minimum recess depth of 2 3/4" is required for a 3" louver.
  • A minimum recess depth of 2 7/8" is required for a 3 1/2" louver.
  • A minimum recess depth of 3 1/4" is required for a 4" louver.
  • A minimum recess depth of 3 1/2" is required for a 4 1/2" louver.

Wood

  • A minimum recess depth of 1 3/4" is required for L-Frame with a 2 1/2" louver.
  • A minimum recess depth of 2 1/4" is required for L-Frame with a 3 1/2" louver.
  • A minimum recess depth of 1 1/2" is required for Z-Frame with a 2 1/2" louver.
  • A minimum recess depth of 3 1/4" is required for Z-Frame with a 3 1/2" louver.
 

Measuring the width

Measure the width
  • Measure the exact width (left to right) of the inside edge of the window frame in three places (top, middle, and bottom)
  • Record the smallest width of the three measurements
  • For 1/16” or 1/32” increments, round down to the nearest 1/8”.  (For example, if the smallest measurement is 24 9/16," round down to 24 1/2". If it's 24 3/8", no need to round down.)
  • This is the width you will order

Measuring the height

Measure the height
  • Measure the exact height (top to bottom) of the window opening in three places (left, center, right)
  • Record the smallest height of the three measurements
  • For increments of 1/16” or 1/32”, round down to the nearest 1/8”.  (For example, if the smallest measurement is 24 9/16," round down to 24 1/2". If it's 24 3/8", no need to round down.)
  • This will be the height you will order

Our factory will make all necessary deductions to the exact window measurements you provide us to ensure your product will fit and operate perfectly in your window. Do not make your own deductions. Do not add to the width to make up for any deductions.

Instructions for Outside Mounted Shutters

 

 

Written Instructions

Since outside mount covers the entire window opening and frame, there are additions you will need add to make your order the correct size.

Measuring the width

Measure the width
  • Measure the exact width (left to right) of the inside edge of the window frame in 3 places (top, middle, and bottom)
  • Record the largest width of the 3 measurements
  • If you are getting an increment of 1/16” or 1/32”, round up to the nearest 1/8”
  • You will add the frame dimensions to this size

Measuring the height

Measure the height
  • Measure the exact height (top to bottom) of the window opening in 3 places (left, center, right)
  • Record the largest height of the 3 measurements
  • If you are getting an increment of 1/16” or 1/32”, round up to the nearest 1/8”
  • You will add the frame measurements to this size

To mount directly around the window opening use inside measurements plus the following additions to the width and height:

  • Faux Wood
    • Standard L Frame: + 4”
    • Casing Frame: + 5 1/2"
  • Wood
    • L-Frame: Add 2" as a minimum, but do not add more than 4".  If a sill is present, only add a maximum of 2" for height.

Clearance: Ensure there is proper flat surface clearance on all 4 sides of the opening to accommodate for the frame. If you have a protruding window sill at the bottom, add half of the required additions for the height.

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