The depth of your window casing.
Window shutters inside mount.
In most cases inside mounts are preferred because it provides a customized tailored look and leaves decorative molding and window sills exposed.
This is sometimes called an l frame.
It will make for a cleaner more finished look.
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In contrast outside mounted shutters are fitted onto the wall around the window.
First the frame is mounted on your wall or window then your shutter panels are mounted inside the frame for a beautiful professional finish.
Your style of window.
If you have a tilt in window for cleaning an inside mount hampers the window sash from tilting as it hits the frame.
Most shutters are inside mounted.
Inside mounted shutters sit inside the window recess and are usually fitted flush against the wall.
They can even be pulled out slightly past the wall to give you a little extra depth if needed.
This mount allows the shutter frame to be mounted to the inside of the window frame at the top or the sides.
They are durable and for those with young children they offer an option that.
Inside mounting also results in a slightly smaller.
Inside mount shutters fit inside the window opening and can be pushed back toward the glass for very deep windows or they can be pulled forward to be flush with the wall.
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Most shutter companies make several type frames made specifically for inside the window opening.
When to use outside mount plantation shutters.
Even if you are not on a budget our shutters offer an easy to care for alternative.
Sometimes you have a choice of outside mount shutters vs inside.
If shutters are mounted within the recess of the window opening this is known as an inside mount.
With an inside mount shutters will attach directly to the window frame with hinges or to a small wooden shutter frame.
For a double hung casement or slider window an inside mount does not achieve a shutter projection flush with drywall.
When mounted outside the window opening on top of the trim if any or directly on the face of the wall this is an outside mount.
Inside mount is a popular choice if your window is deep enough.
Some prefer inside mounting because the shutters don t extend into the room.
Both mounting options look great.
This mount style has built in molding that will give your window a finished look.
This z frame is.
If you do not have decorative molding around your window we recommend that you choose an outside mount.