How to measure for an outside mounted Custom Shutter

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	When measuring for an outside mounted or installed shutter there are three dimensions you have to take into consideration - width, height and depth. The information in this page will let you take the measurements so you enjoy your Custom Built Shutter Decor Shutters for your lifetime.
	* Note: Remember to use a steel tape measure and measure to the nearest 1/8" inch. Any and all adjustments to your measurements will be taken at the factory - we need the actual measurements you take.
	First, does the window opening have enough depth allow for the shutter's louver to open and close? Using a metal tape, measure the distance from whatever projects the furthest out from the window itself to the front edge of window opening. Do not measure from the window glass but from any handles, window locks, hand cranks(to open window), etc..
	2 1/2" inch louvers need a clearance of 2" inches to open and close properly 3 1/2" inch louvers need 2 1/2" inches of clearance 4 1/2" inch louvers need 3" inches of clearance
	Window opening with no trim or molding/casement. Measure the inside of the window opening Measure for width - Left side, middle and right side of window Measure for height - top, middle and bottom of window Measure for depth to check for the needed louver clearance. Use the largest of the values when you order. Shutter frame will be mounted on top or around of any trim, window has no protruding window sill Measure outside the window opening - on or around any trim. Measure for width and height to where the exact outside edge of shutter frame will go. Measure for depth to check for the needed louver clearance. Use the exact value when you order. Shutter frame will be mounted on top or around of any trim and window has a protruding window sill Measure outside the window opening - on or around any trim. Measure for width to where the exact outside edge of shutter frame will go. Measure for depth to check for the needed louver clearance. Measure for height from the protruding sill to exact top edge of where the shutter frame will go. Use the exact value when you order.




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