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
How to Install Inside Mount Plantation Shutters
Inside-mount installation involves assembling the shutter frame square within the recess, fixing it securely and then hanging and adjusting the panels.
Preparation and tools
Unpack the components carefully and keep hardware grouped by window. Confirm the opening and shutter labels before drilling.
- Drill/driver and suitable drill bits.
- Spirit level.
- Tape measure.
- Pencil.
- Appropriate screws and packers for the substrate.
1. Assemble the frame
Join the frame pieces on a clean surface according to their labels. Keep corners fully seated and avoid twisting the frame.
2. Position the frame
Place the frame into the recess and use temporary fixing points or packers to hold it. Check level, plumb and diagonal squareness before fully tightening.
3. Fix the frame
Secure the frame progressively, checking that it remains square. Use fixings appropriate to timber, plaster, masonry or the actual substrate.
4. Hang the panels
Fit the hinge pins or panel hardware in the labelled positions. Open and close each panel gently to check clearance.
5. Fine-tune alignment
Adjust packing and fixings so panel gaps are even and the doors stay where positioned. Do not force a panel that is rubbing.
6. Finish the installation
Fit any cover strips or caps, clean away drilling dust and test every louvre, panel and underlying window operation.
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