Faux wood shutters, as well as
real wood shutters, can be used on most windows and doors, including arched
ones. They also make great cabinet doors and room dividers. Well-made
artificial plantation shutters, in particular, can last the life of the home and
increase the home's resale value. Plantation shutters require different types
of hinge and rail systems depending on their size and how they are used. We
will look at three of the most common.
Standard hinge system (end to
end)
The standard butt hinge system
can be used on inside frames for most windows (those with openings from six
inches to 120 inches high). Allows shutters to open and/or fold to the side.
The hinge pin can be removed from the bracket for cleaning or finishing.
Folding rail system
This system is used for
plantation shutters serving as closet doors where two panels hinge and fold
side by side, and when serving as an overlay for sliding glass doors. A folding
rail system is also a good option for interior shutters if they are too large
for the standard hinge system. Fits window and door openings 24 to 192 inches
wide and 20 to 120 inches tall. A drop rail system allows the shutters to slide
and fold.
Referral system
This system works best with
plantation shutters that are used as a room divider or closet door where the
shutter panels slide from left to right. The bypass system also fits window and
door openings 24 to 192 inches wide and 20 to 120 inches high.
Hinge colors
Hinges are typically available in
shades of white and neutral colors to match the colors of most faux blinds.
They are also available in brass, bronze, and stainless steel.
Plantation shutter manufacturers
supply the hinge or rail system with their shutters. It's best to have your
blinds installed by a professional to make sure it's done correctly. Quality
plantation shutters are a great investment. You want them to install correctly.
It's not a DIY project that most people can or should take on. Still, it's
always good to know what type of hinge or rail system your shutters use in case
a part needs to be replaced. However, if properly maintained, well-made
plantation shutters, especially faux plantation shutters, won't require parts
replacement.
Custom cut to perfectly fit your
home
The reason plantation shutters
work so well for privacy and energy efficiency is that they are designed to
fit perfectly into your home. A professional plantation shutters company will
always customize each shutter they install to fit the client's home exactly.
This snug fit ensures your windows are properly covered to keep prying eyes, as
well as heat and cold from the outside world where they belong: out of your
home.
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