Custom shutters give a house style appeal like no other exterior addition can. Wooden custom shutters are built to your specific size and design, and can come painted, stained, or unfinished. Unlike pre-made shutters you can get at your local home improvement store, these custom shutters offer choices that sometimes can be mind-boggling.

The general rule for width of shutter is to divide the total width of the window by 2, or if it is a double window by 4, or a triple window by 6. In other words, if your double window is 80” wide, you would order a 20” wide shutter (80 divided by 4= 20). The rest is easy, as you specify which style, wood, and finish you want, an online program instantly gives you a quote. It is easy to compare options when you order online.

Some shutters (standard size) may come with shipping included in the cost. You can also order hardware for the shutters that will be just right, correct down to the screw, for the shutter and your required use. There are decorative choices in shutter tie-backs that can give an even more customized design.

If you are going to install the shutters yourself, it is surprisingly easy.

  • Lay a matching pair of shutters side-by-side, and attach the hinges after determining the offset

  • Install the upper holdback clips 1” from the top and center edge of the stile

  • Turn shutter pair over and install slide bolt

  • Position shutters in window opening and attach to building

  • Open shutter and install the acorn (anchor)

  • Install decorative holdback below the base of the shutter

Ordering and installing your shutters by yourself will save you money, and you will be getting just the custom shutter you want.

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