Browse Shutter Guide
General
- Our Plantation Shutters
- Imported vs Local Plantation Shutters
- Why Choose Plantation Shutters?
- How Much Do Plantation Shutters Cost?
- Where Did Plantation Shutters Originate?
- Plantation Shutters vs Blinds
- Choosing the Best Shutter Material
- Plantation Shutters for Kitchens
- Are PVC Shutters Safe?
- How to Photograph Your Windows
Performance
Care
Frames
- Complete Guide to Shutter Frame Types
- Inside Z-Frame
- Inside L-Frame
- Outside L-Frame
- What Is an Inside Mount?
- What Is an Outside Mount?
Customisation
- Choosing the Right Shutter Colour
- A Guide to Shutter Panels
- Choosing the Right Panel Configuration
- Should Shutters Match Your Window Trim?
Mounting
- Inside vs Outside Mount Plantation Shutters
- What Type of Window Do I Have?
- What Is a Window Recess?
- Should I Inside or Outside Mount My Shutters?
- A Guide to Architraves
- What Is a Window Sill?
Tricky Windows
Getting Started
- Quick Measuring for a Shutter Quote
- How to Measure a Window Recess for Shutters
- Complete Guide to Measuring for Plantation Shutters
Midrails
Custom Panels
Inside Mount
- How to Measure Your Window Recess
- Measuring for an Inside Mount
- Measuring an Inside Mount Window with a Sill
- Managing Window Obstructions
Outside Mount
- Measuring for an Outside Mount
- Outside Mount Measuring with a Decorative Architrave
- Outside Mount Measuring for a Square-Set Window
Corner & Bay Windows
Our Service
- Our Plantation Shutters
- Why My DIY Blinds?
- What Does Our Shutter Warranty Cover?
- Our Plantation Shutter Product Guarantee
Quotes
Ordering & Product Setup
- Getting Started with Your Shutter Order
- How Shutter Product Recommendations Work
- Uploading a Photo of Your Window
Delivery
- Where We Deliver Plantation Shutters
- How Your Plantation Shutters Are Delivered
- What to Expect on Delivery Day
Measure Guarantee
Self Review
Adjusting Plantation Shutter Panels
Small installation adjustments can correct uneven panel gaps, rubbing or panels that do not sit neatly in the frame.
Check the frame first
Panel problems are often caused by the frame being slightly out of square. Check level, plumb and diagonal measurements before altering hardware.
Use packing at fixing points
If the wall or recess is uneven, loosen the relevant fixing, add or remove a packer and retighten gradually. Watch how the panel gap changes.
Check hinges
Make sure hinge screws are seated and the hinge leaves are aligned. Only make small adjustments at a time.
Louvre tension
If your shutter system includes an adjustment for louvre tension, use it sparingly. The louvres should stay where positioned without becoming difficult to tilt.
Do not force a rubbing panel
Repeatedly forcing the panel can damage the finish or hardware. Stop and correct the alignment instead.
Was this article helpful?
Related articles
Still need a hand?
Send us your window measurements and photos if you are unsure about the right shutter setup.