Determining Shutter Height

In most cases, the height of decorative shutter that is most appropriate is from the top to the bottom of the window trim.
If there is a sill at the bottom of the window and you are installing vinyl shutters, it is important to leave a gap of at least 1/4 inch
to allow the vinyl material to expand and contract. This of course does not apply to other shutter materials.

Many homes are constructed with different heights of windows on the first floor than on the second floor.
Be sure to measure every window before placing your order for exterior shutters.

Determining Shutter Width

In choosing the width of your exterior shutters, you should take into consideration
the width of the window and the distance the windows are spaced apart. It is generally
best to find a single width that works for all of your windows.
The width that usually works best is between 25% and 33% of the total width of your
window including the window trim.