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Tips To Take Measurements For Plantation Shutters

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Judithw Luna
Tips To Take Measurements For Plantation Shutters

When installing plantation shutters, getting measurements is of utmost importance. Getting measurements wrong could mean that your windows don’t shut properly or have too many gaps. You can consult expert designers to get proper measurements for a sleek window treatment in Port Saint Lucie.

Even if your shutters are purely decorative, you can’t afford to get incorrect measurements. They must seem like they’d shut the window completely without blocking each other or leaving gaps.

Taking measurements is simple as long as you have a steel measuring tape, stable step ladder, pencil and steady hands. The exact steps may differ based on whether you’re measuring for inside mount shutters or outside mount shutters.

Tips To Keep In Mind

- Use only steel tape to get accurate measurements.

- Avoid mixing up the width and the height. Follow the WxH format when taking and submitting measurements

- Round the measurements to the nearest 1/8th of an inch.

- When buying shutters for multiple windows, measure each of them individually. Do not assume that they must be the same because they can have slight differences.

How To Measure Inside Mount Plantation Shutters

Inside mount plantation shutters are generally installed inside the window frame or casing. This look gives your window a sleek look and complements your window’s size and moldings. 

 

- Measure Window Frame Depth

Measuring the window frame depth is important to know whether your window recess meets the minimum depth requirement. The minimum depths requirement may differ based on the type of plantation shutters in Stuart you’re installing. Consult your provider to know the details.

Take the measurement from the glass pane to the outer edge of the window casing. There may be obstructions like the window crank in front of the glass pane. Measure from the first obstruction to the frame’s front edge. Clear all obstructions that may get in the way of operating the louvers. If it matches or exceeds the minimum requirement, then you can install inside mount shutters. Else you’ll need to mount the shutters on the outer side.

 

- Check Squareness

Check if the top and bottom or left and right sides of the frame aren’t parallel by measuring the diagonals. If the frame is out of square by more than a quarter-inch, then an outside mount may be recommended.

 

- Measure Width

Measure the width of each window at the top, bottom and center. Note the narrowest measurement to be sent to the manufacturer.

 

- Measure Height

Measure the height of each window at left, center and right. Note the shortest measurement to be sent to the manufacturer. If your window is 60 inches or higher, then you may need divider rails at the center.

 

- Double Check

Make sure that you have the right measurements. Place your order once you are sure of the measurements. Confirm with your provider about any deductions that may be required before submitting the measurements.

 

How To Measure Outside Mount Plantation Shutters

Outside mount window shutters are installed on the window molding or the wall around the opening. Outer mount shutters are used when it’s not possible to install the shutters within the frame.

 

- Check Flatness

The window opening must have a flat clearance on all sides to accommodate the new shutters.

 

- Measure Width

Measure the width from the left outside edge of the frame to the frame’s right outside edge. Take the measurements at the top, center and bottom. Choose the widest measurement to send to the supplier.

 

- Measure Height

Measure the height from the top outside edge of the frame to the bottom outside edge. If there’s a protruding sill, measure from the top until the sill. Measure the left, center and right sides. Choose the highest measurement for the supplier. If the height is more than 60 inches, then you may need divider rails.

 

- Double Check

Make sure that you have the right measurements before ordering the plantation shutters. The manufacturer usually provides the exact measurements for outside mount shutters.

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