Installing exterior window shutters

Having this idea ahead of time will allow you to experiment with different looks and repaint if you want something more fitting to the color scheme. Be sure you also check that your shutters are level and that you leave a quarter-inch gap between the shutters and window trim. Make sure the hinge is square and fasten it to the shutter with the screws provided.

Then, drill pilot holes at the marks for the pintle and the strap hinge. Screw the pintle to the casing. The strap is left alone for now, as it attaches to the shutter itself.

Remember to mark the prospective holes needed for drilling so everything is centered and proportional. Mark the locations for the screws for the bottom hinge. Using a level, draw a plumb line with a pencil down the window casing from the top pintle to where you want the lower hinge. This will make it to see if both sides are even. The lower hinge should be centered on the bottom rail, in the same manner as above.

Attach the bottom hinges. Screw the two lower pintles to the casing. The same method you used for attaching the top hinges should be used here. Again, don't worry about the straps — they'll go on in a bit. As the majority of hinges for shutters are strap hinges, they will be the ones focus on here.

Part 3. Remove the shutters and place them on a sawhorse or a similar area. Now that half the hinge is attached to the wall, the other half needs to be attached to the shutter. You'll be drilling holes into the shutter, so make sure you're on a surface where it's okay it may get damaged.

Drill pilot holes into your marks and attach the rest of the hinges. If you followed the above instructions, you've already made the appropriate marks and know exactly where to drill. Bore pilot holes at your marks through the strap on the top and on the bottom rails. Then, using the appropriate screws, screw the strap hinges into position. At this point, the shutter is essentially done. Position and fasten the latch. Before setting up the shutters, position and fasten the pull rings and the bolt for the latch to one of the shutters.

Whether the bolt on the left or the right is up to you. Place both of them just below the middle of the shutter, where you will be able to reach them through the open window. Take into account your height, yes, but also the height of anyone else who may be shutting the window. Put the pins through the hinges to hang the shutters in place.

Once all the pieces of hinges are assembled, your shutters are ready. Move them back and forth to make sure they're in the right place, that they swing comfortably, and that they can fully shut. Mount the shutter dogs. This is the hardware that keeps the shutters open; they're attached to the exterior walls of the house. Open the shutters all the way to begin the process.

Check that it can indeed hold the shutter open. Do this by holding the bolt up against the house. Then, spin it sideways to check that the shutter can swing close, clearing it. Twist the bolt into the siding with a wrench. Use the videos in conjunction to the written instruction. This guide is applicable to wood louvered , solid panel , combination or board and batten shutters. Step 1: Briefly hold the shutters in the window opening with shims to establish equal spacing top and bottom with adequate margins both sides and middle.

The bottom rail of the panels is larger than the top and the louvers will slant down and away from the window. Prime and paint the cut edge to continue. Step 2: Observe and remove any obstructions that may prevent the panels from swinging fully open. Step 3: With the shutters still in the window, identify where the outdoor hinges will attach. Step 4: Remove the panels and place horizontally on sawhorses or another flat elevated surface.

The side of the outdoor shutter that was facing out will now be facing up. Align the strap or New York Style L-hinges vertically to the edge of the panel and horizontally to the center of the rail.

Mortise hinges and narrower surface mount hinges often align more centrally. Tip: Salvage original fittings when installing replacement shutters to save money.

Recondition by using a wire brush to remove loose debris and mild corrosion. Clean and spray paint to restore the original luster. Step 5: Use an awl to mark each hole, then tighten all screws. Mount all remaining hinges in the same fashion.

Step 6: Return the exterior shutters to the window with the shims in place. Exterior Window Shutter Installation Labor, Basic Basic labor to install exterior window shutters with favorable site conditions. Exterior Window Shutter Installation Job Supplies Cost of related materials and supplies typically required to install exterior window shutters including: corrosion resistant fasteners, flashing and exterior grade caulking, weather stripping and sealants.

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