Inside Mounted Columbus Plantation Shutters

Now that you have chosen to purchase Columbus Plantation Shutters, you will need to measure your window opening properly. Getting the right measurements will assure you of a great fit when the product arrives.

You should gather a few things before starting this process. Have a metal measuring tape with markings in 1/16th of an inch or in millimeters as it will give you the accuracy needed for a good fit. Alternately, you can also use a laser to take the guesswork out of reading a tape properly.

When measuring more than a couple of windows, name or number them so you know how to reference them when ordering and installing them. List the location on a piece of paper. Have the paper and writing utensil with you for all notations.

If you will have a large span of window and are not using a laser, you will need another person to help you. One or the other person will hold one end of the tape while the other reads the tape. Check your numbers two or three times or have a second person backup your readings.

If you desire to have the shutters mounted inside the glazed opening, first measure diagonally corner to corner in both directions. If there is a 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6.35 mm to 1.27 mm), difference between the measurements your window is out of square. Make sure you are able to get the correct mounting frame that will allow you to adjust the blinds to reduce light bleed.

Decide if you will be mounting close to the window or further out toward the frame. Take readings from the mount area. For width read at the top, middle, and bottom points. For height read at left, center, and right points. Round the readings down to the nearest tape mark. When ordering give the smallest measurements.

Columbus Plantation Shutters will have a retail stores near you. If you have any question about ordering or are not comfortable taking your own numbers, search online for a reputable company that will help you. A company representative will be happy to help you throughout your purchase.