Measure Vinyl Shutters

Record the smallest or tightest inside measurement within 1 16 of an inch for width on the order form.

Measure vinyl shutters.

Most people measure from the top of the window frame to the top of the sill if it has one and they determine the height. Shutter height is the distance from the lowest to the highest part of the panel. Builders edge decorative 15 in. Whether you go a.

Builders edge decorative 15 in. Determining the shutter width and height is very important. Louvered vinyl exterior shutters pair in 002 black actual 14 5 in. Repeat the same process for measuring height.

This dimension can be reduced by 2 without losing any of the visual effects. I suggest you divide the width of the window opening in half and use that as the width of the shutter panel you would order. Top middle and bottom. Vinyl shutters are available in 12 and 15 standard widths.

Measuring windows for shutters. Look at all the single windows first. Custom widths are also available. However vinyl shutters are available in a handful of sizes.

If you have very short windows where the height is less than the width i. Measure the height of each window or door sash and order the vinyl shutters the same dimension. If there is a sill at the bottom of the window and you are installing vinyl shutters it is important to leave a gap of at least 1 4 inch to allow the vinyl material to expand and contract. Vinyl louvered shutters are affordable easy to install and virtually maintenance free.

It is acceptable to install stationary shutters the full height of the window trim which in some cases appears more symmetrical. Vinyl shutters are a relatively quick and easy solution for budget conscious diy homeowners to simulate the look of authentic wood shutters. All of the shutters on our website can be installed decoratively and all other shutters excluding vinyl can be installed in a functional fashion. Durable copolymer construction features molded through color so there is no paint to ever scratch or flake.

Remember to always measure the opening at the point of the window where the shutter frame will be installed. Decorative shutters when measuring for decorative shutters it is important to keep in mind your goals. Measure the inside width of the window in three locations. Exterior vinyl louvered shutters are used extensively throughout the united states to add color depth texture and dimension to otherwise ordinary windows.

Some choose to have the shutters appear as operable and prefer to have the shutters a bit smaller than the complete frame. Use the chart below to help you determine the width of your vinyl shutters.