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| This DIY Basic, brought to you by Swiffer, will provide tips for installing a shutter wall. |
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A shutter wall is just the thing for keeping strong sunlight out while still enjoying the fresh air. - You’ll need an even number of louvered shutters.
- The shutters should be dusted before you begin painting.
- Use an all-in-one primer and exterior paint on the shutters before you hang them.
- Use 2x4s to create the frame for the shutters. Start by attaching the bottom board and continue on both sides and the top (figure A).
- A shutter can be attached to both sides and these will be stationary.
- The remaining shutters should be hinged together then hinged to the stationary shutters (figure B).
- A piece of trim stock nailed to the top frame will stop the shutters from opening to the outside (figure C).
- A latch will keep the shutters in place.
- A thorough dusting will get rid of any final construction dust and debris and your breezy, shady new space will be ready to enjoy (figure D).
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- Adjusting the frame to accommodate standard shutter sizes is easier than trimming shutters to fit.
- You’ll get a stronger finish that will hold up to weather if you use an exterior paint, rather than spray-painting your shutters.
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