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 When
shopping for individual shutter panels, there are a few considerations
to keep in mind. The most important factor is the material used
to make the interior shutter panels.
· How To Determine Individual Panel Sizes to Order:
It is best to determine how you will mount your shutters before
ordering the shutter panels. Sometimes it is necessary to use hanging
strips to attach shutters to the outside of the window opening.
A reputable company will provide information about different installation
methods so you can determine how best to install on a specific window.
· Width:
Measure the width of the area you want the shutters to cover (NOT
including any trim strips).
1.Divide this width by the number of panels you want across the
window. This will give you the approximate width of each panel.
Round this measurement up to the nearest 1/4 inch. Example: Width
= 36-7/16" Divide by 4 and round up to nearest 1/4"
Order (4) shutter panels 9-1/4" wide
· Height:
Up to 1" may be trimmed off the top and the bottom of each
individual panel (a total of 2" per panel).
1.For a two tier unit (panels across the top and bottom), combine
individual panel heights as required.
· Finishing
A high-quality wood shutter panel can be painted or stained to
a beautiful finish. Even if the shutters arrive and seem fairly
smooth, a light sanding is advised before beginning the finishing
process. After sanding and brushing off any dust, primer and paint
can be applied. Often a more smooth finish is achieved by spraying
the primer and paint, although the use of a high-quality brush can
also result in a nice finish. When staining, follow the instructions
given by the stain manufacturer. The stain manufacturer may recommend
applying a wood conditioner before staining in order to ensure even
stain color penetration.
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