Shutter hinges are the perfect accent to any window. They may seem small and unnoticeable, but a shuttered window with plain hinges will stand out like a sore thumb. Taking the time to find the right ones will give your room a completed feel.
Exterior shutter hinges have to be high quality, if not they will rust and break in just a few years of weathering. There are many exterior hinges that are handcrafted by blacksmiths on the East Coast that will last longer than you and your home. These hinges are more expensive than your hardware store variety, but that price will also cover you never having to worry about them.
Interior shutters hinges are grounded in decoration. I recommend spending a good amount of time finding the ones that will best suit your home. It’s very important that you find ones that will make your room look better and do their job properly, especially with wooden shutters. Most interior shutter hinges are directional, so you will have to buy a right and left hinge for each window.
Installation is different for each set of shutter hinges. Some will require being flush mounted into the wall or window sill, others are simply drilled right in. Consider the amount of work that installation will take when purchasing your shutter hinges. If you’re a DIY homeowner the difficulty of installation will make or break this project.
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