How to Install Super Value Faux Wood Plantation Shutters

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   Make sure there is enough room next to each window to lay out all the parts and frames.

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   If you ordered shutters for several windows, use the label on each box to put the right box next to its window.

3. 3

   Carefully unpack the shutters and hardware, and check that all the installation parts are there. The hardware is in a box labeled "Hardware Enclosed" attached to the frame.

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   Match the line number on each frame to the line number on its panel. Leave the labels on until the shutters are installed.

• You should have two boxes per shutter: one with the frames and one with the panels. Single-panel shutters may come in one box, pre-assembled.

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   Lay the frame sides flat next to the panels, face down with the hinges facing forward, so the hinges on the panels and frames line up.

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   Check that the frame sides have installation holes. If not, pre-drill all frame sides with a 1/8" drill bit.

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   Find the frame pieces with bow tie joiners attached and line them up with the pre-cut holes on the back of the other frame pieces.

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   Gently push the bow tie joiners into the holes to join the frame pieces.

Use the pre-drilled holes as your guide. For an inside mount the frame goes within the window opening; for an outside mount it goes over the opening.

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   Outside mount with a Deco insert frame: remove the insert and set it aside to install later.

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   Screw the frame within the window opening (inside mount) or over it (outside mount).

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   Drive the top screws on both sides of the frame all the way in, then back them out slightly to leave room for leveling.

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   Line up the hinges on the pre-hinged panels with the hinges on the frame.

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   Drop a hinge pin into each hinge to secure it.

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   Slide the bottom of the frame from right to left until the panels hang evenly and square in the frame.

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   Check with a level that the panels are square.

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   Holding the bottom frame in place, screw in the left and right frames.

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   Drive in the remaining screws, taking care not to over-tighten.