Two panes or four?
Sam Pitkeathly
7 years ago
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Comments (16)I would definitely recommend three panels for the first window and two for the second in this instance. It will look far more consistent from the exterior of your home. We always match the configuration with the frames and mullions where possible for a neat finish. You can have each panel hinged individually, or have a bifold scenario... both would be acceptable solutions. You may have been recommended choosing a 4-panel configuration based on the type of shutters that particular retailer was quoting on. Different materials (timber, PVC, aluminium, etc) have different weight, and therefore different parameters for the maximum panel size. PVC is far heavier than timber or aluminium and can put strain on the hinges over a large expanse, causing them to sag slightly. The timber we use is Poplar - a forestry certified hardwood which is very lightweight and allows a lot of room for adjustment onsite (it's common for windows in older homes to be a little out of square because of movement over the years.) Timber can be made in larger panels than PVC, so your 2-pane window wouldn't be an issue....See Moreplantation shutters for 900mm wife windows.. one or two panels?
Comments (12)Assuming all your windows are similar in height to the one in the picture ( taller than they are wide ) I'd personally do just 2 panels . If you really wanted , you could even ask for a solid 'narrow beam' down the middle so they look almost like 4 sections . If you hinge them twice , and have 4 sections across each window , it will be quite fiddly , and maybe this makes me lazy , but why purposely make something that needs 3 or 4 fastenings at the top , another 3 or 4 at the base , and special holders to hold them firm when they are opened . Wide plantation blinds , with a catch each side , is all it needs ....See MoreConfused in choosing entry door which has two sidelights
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