Shutter Installation - Raleigh, NC

Proper mounting of the shutter is as critical as accurately measuring and building the shutter. There are many factors to consider in mounting a shutter to include: Depth of the window itself, preserving the tilt function of today’s window, dealing with out-of-square windows, allowing the screen to be removed (newer homes may have a window screen restraint lip which allows for the screen to only be removed from the inside).

Window’s out of square? Even new homes have variances from window to window although they appear to be the exact same size. The trim carpenter’s custom work in framing the window cause the measurements to vary slightly. Framing or actual “house settling” can also influence window dimensions and cause variance.

Frames: Our frame looks like a fine piece of custom trim and does not stick or stand out, bur rather houses the shutter in an attractive casing. Frames are the best solution in most cases and preserve all tilt functions and screen access to allow cleaning and servicing of the windows. Frames are the best solution when there is not sufficient window depth for an inside mount, or when the window is out of square. This solution most effectively prevents light gaps from detracting from the shutter’s beauty and function.

Hanging Strip: This is an inside mount solution on a window with proper depth. The strips cover window variances and block light.

Stedman Hinge: Only suitable for a deeply recessed window that is true and without variances, this solution uses no mounting strips or frame yet it mounts inside. The shutter hinges directly to the window structure and allows the window to tilt in.