How to Measure

Measure the height of each window or door and order the shutters in the same heights. While exact placement is a matter of personal preference, to be aesthetically correct you should not include the frame of the window or door in your measurement. Historically, the shutters would have closed into the frame to protect the window or door. For a shutter to "fit" you would take the measurement from the top of the sill to the bottom of the frame head (top jamb).

Arch Tops

If measuring for a standard Arch Top shutter, determine the height of the longest side rail and use that number when ordering.

For example, a 30" x 63" window with an arched top would require a 63" shutter height PLUS the 15" height of the arch. The "tall side" of the arch top shutter would be 78", that is the shutter size that you will need to order.

For non-standard Arch Tops, you will be able to enter the heights for both the tall and short sides of the shutter when ordering.

Eyebrow Tops

Measuring for an Eyebrow Top shutter is similar to measuring for the Arch Top shutter, except that the standard height difference between the tall and short sides of the shutter is 3", regardless of shutter width. (For 7" and 9" wide shutters, the standard eyebrow drop will be 2").

A 63" window with a standard eyebrow top (3" arch up from top of window) should be ordered as a 66" shutter.

Measurement tips

• Watch out for obstructions like downspouts, light fixtures, electrical fittings, etc.
• Ensure there is adequate wall space for the width of the shutter, as well as adequate wall space between windows for the width of the shutters.

Recommended Widths

The width of your shutter depends on the width of the window, available space around your windows, as well as personal preference concerning appearance.

For an appearance of "historically correct" shutters, the width of your shutter should be half the width of your window. However, you may choose a design that will not overpower the window; rather, it should compliment the paint scheme and architectural elements of your home. Use the following chart to help select the right shutter width for your windows.

Design tips:

• If space is tight (for example, between windows or between a window and an obstruction or the edge of the house), consider using a smaller width. This will allow the shutter to complement the home design and not overpower it or make it look too "cluttered".
• For the sake of appearance, it is not recommended to mix shutter widths for windows that are the same width.