The navigation bars at the top of this page
are presented in two levels. The top row shows informational segments, the
selections on the bottom row are directed towards the specific products we
offer. If you’re
not familiar with shutter hardware or want to learn more, begin with the top
row options. They’re laid out in a left to right progression in what
I feel are the logical steps to gaining an understanding of shutters and
hardware.
Start Here – this section is directed to a general
over-view of the hardware employed on shutters. You’ll see many real-life
variations on the different elements, but all come back to the basic points
covered here.
Shutter Installation
Situations – sketches of the
various ways windows are installed relative to the structure and how shutters
can be positioned in each situation. Re-thinking the way the shutters will
install (they don’t have to hang from the window frame) can save time,
money and effort. And, yes, historic examples can be referenced for each
approach
Shutter Hardware Selection – a
step-through guide to finding the right hardware for your circumstance. New
construction or restoration. Functional vs. non-functional. Window/structure/shutter
considerations. Budget vs. esthetics.
Measurements, Standards and Finish – the
how and why to order section. What measurements we need and why, our standard
dimensions, and a description of the weatherproofing finishes we offer on
shutter hardware.
Hardware 101 – a
group of documents that serve as an extended glossary. Blacksmith terms and
all about iron, terms specific to shutter installation, the evolution of
early hardware are covered.
