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
Can Plantation Shutters Be Installed on Any Window?
Plantation shutters can be fitted to a very wide range of windows because the frame, mounting method and panel layout can be adapted to suit different openings. The main limitations are usually clearance, window operation and the availability of a secure fixing surface.
Inside or outside mount?
Inside mounting places the shutter within the recess and gives a clean recessed appearance. It works best where there is sufficient clear depth in front of the window and its hardware.
Outside mounting positions the shutter in front of the opening and is often the solution for shallow recesses, square-set openings or windows with hardware that prevents an inside fit.
Z or L-frame?
An inside mount can use a Z-frame or inside L-frame, while an outside mount uses the outside L-frame. The most suitable option depends on the recess, architrave, sill and any obstructions.
Window winders, locks and handles do not automatically prevent shutters being installed. Their location needs to be checked so the frame, rails and louvres remain clear and the original window can still operate.
Plantation shutters with window winders
Measure from the front of the recess to the furthest part of the winder or handle. Where hardware sits near the top, bottom or centre of the opening, a fixed rail or midrail may sometimes be positioned in front of it.
If there is not enough space for an inside mount, moving the shutter forward with an outside frame is usually the simplest alternative.
How many panels?
Large windows can still use plantation shutters by dividing the opening into multiple panels. The panel divisions should ideally align with the main vertical sections of the window and stay within the permitted manufacturing widths.
Our ordering page makes choosing the right panel layout simple. Plantation shutters are made up of individual panels, so wider windows can be divided across multiple panels rather than being limited to a single shutter.
For windows wider than around 950mm, more than one panel will generally be required. Individual panels can be made up to approximately 900mm wide, with the surrounding frame adding a little extra overall width. This makes plantation shutters a practical option for large windows as well as smaller openings. Double hinged shutters will be approximately half of this.
When planning a large or unusual opening, also consider where each panel will swing when opened and whether furniture, walls or adjacent windows will interfere.
For unusually shaped, very uneven or heavily obstructed windows, send us clear photos and measurements before ordering so the most practical configuration can be confirmed.
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