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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
Inside L-Frame
The inside L-frame is a simple L-shaped frame designed to sit entirely within the window recess. Unlike a Z-frame, it does not have a wide lip overlapping the front of the wall or architrave.
What is an L-frame?
L-frames are used for both inside and outside mounting, but the profiles are different. This article covers the version designed specifically for an inside recess fit.
What is an inside mount L-frame?
The frame is fixed to the inside surfaces of the recess and the shutter panels hinge within it. Depending on the available depth, it can sit close to the front of the recess or further back.
How does an inside L-frame mount to my window?
You need enough unobstructed recess depth for the frame of approx 70mm for an inside L-frame, shutter rails and rotating louvres. Measure to the nearest handle, lock, winder or screen rather than to the glass alone.
Can I install an L-frame with an architrave?
Yes. As illustrated above, An inside L-frame is often a great choice with decorative architraves because the shutter stays within the recess and leaves the front face of the trim visible.
Can I install an inside L-frame with a window sill?
Yes. The lower frame section can sit on top of the sill while the side and top sections remain fixed within the recess.
If the window has both an architrave and a sill, the same principle applies: confirm that the recess has enough clear depth and that the sill does not interfere with the shutter panels opening.
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