What You Need to Know about Installing Outdoor Aluminium Plantation Shutters in Your Home

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Image of a high quality aluminium shuttersAluminium exterior plantation shutters are an excellent choice when it comes to door and window treatments for a modern home. These shutters are no doubt one of the most durable and are incredibly resistant to the harsh elements. They are also reasonably easy to set up and maintain which is why these shutters have become increasingly popular over the years.

Of course, the decision to add aluminium shutters to your home is not something to be taken lightly. There are a couple of things that you need to consider in the selection process and you need to follow specific steps to ensure a favourable result. We urge you to read on to learn more about the matter.

Essential factors to consider when getting outdoor aluminium plantation shutters in Sydney

Measure your windows correctly

Making sure that you have the correct window measurements is perhaps the first and most crucial step before getting aluminium shutters for your home. Simply put, you need to make sure that the shutters fit into your windows perfectly. Get this wrong, and you can forget about taking advantage of aluminium shutters.

Before placing an order for aluminium shutters, you should check (and double check) the entire height and length of your window. These parameters should be precise and fit into your plans.

Levelling the window shutters before installation

Making sure that the shutters stay level during installation is just as important as ordering the correct dimensions for the metal shutters. Depending on the size of the shutters, the setup can be a 2 or 3 man job, and you would want to make sure that you have enough people to assist you in keeping the levelling perfect.

Once the aluminium shutters are installed, double and triple check the assembly. If the screens are not level, then you have the opportunity to lower or raise them before installation.

 

Double check for gaps

Inspect the wall and window frames for gaps before attaching the metal shutters. If you find any, fill in them out with a foam and silicone solution or a weather stripping film. Alternatively, you can purchase a window insulation kit at your local hardware store.

The factors mentioned above are all mandatory and things that you will need to do if you wish to install metal shutters yourself. If you are unsure about the process, it would be best to entrust the job to professional contractors. In any case, it is helpful to have some idea about what needs to be done and plan things out accordingly.

 

Are you looking to get started with some of the best prices for aluminium plantation shutters? We have what you need here at “Shutters Australia”! Browse through our excellent selection of window treatments online or get in touch with us on 1300 853 206 for answers to pertinent questions about getting a set of quality aluminium shutters for your home.

Google Reviews

Thomas Morris
Thomas Morris
2023-02-15
Fantastic build. I am very happy with the plantation shutters. Shout out to Angela, Scott, and the team. Thank you all. It looks great. Cheers
Ben Jays
Ben Jays
2023-02-12
A big thank you to Jenette & installer Gordon. Both professional, who obviously take pride in what they do with attention to detail. Love the final product. Great job!
Louise Pollock
Louise Pollock
2022-12-20
You had great options for my windows, some were straight forward however others were trickier (openings not centred, taps in the way etc). This is my second home I have put shutters in, wouldn't settle for anything else OR any other company!
Dean Voukelatos
Dean Voukelatos
2022-12-08
Love our shutters they look amazing! Great service and price .
Anne Wagstaff
Anne Wagstaff
2022-11-19
Great customer service and wonderful product. We are particularly delighted with our bay window blinds.
Sharon Hummelstad
Sharon Hummelstad
2022-11-18
Efficient, friendly and well priced, would recommend Shutters Australia.
Joanne Rosier
Joanne Rosier
2022-11-18
This is the second time Shutters Australia have provided us with great service. They are reliable, very competitive on price and the quality of shutters superior. We are extremely happy with the product and will engage in their services again in the near future. Thank you.
Kristina Nesci
Kristina Nesci
2022-11-16
Great service and a great product.
George Papasavva
George Papasavva
2022-11-15
Very efficient company. Genuine people from the quote to the installation. Very meticulous in their dealings with me. Very reasonably priced with no hard sell involved. What you see is what you get. Will definitely recommend them.

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