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| Glossary of Shutter Terms |
It seems that buying plantation shutters can open you up to a whole new set of words and phrases! We thought we'd simplify things for you, to make sure you know what you're talking about when you're shopping around for shutters!
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Louvers:
Oval shaped slats, made from American Yellow Poplar or Oak that swivel on nylon pins, connected by a rod. Controls the flow of light entering the room and available in either 2 ½" or 3 ½" width
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Push Rod:
An elongated rod, connecting each louver, allowing for unison adjustment of each set of louvers.
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Stiles:
A rectangular wooden rail, running vertically on either side of the panel. Available in a choice of sizes and profiles, to suit your room's décor.
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Top and Bottom Rails:
Rectangular wooden rails, running horizontally at the top and bottom of the panel. While top and bottom rails are typically the same size, you can choose the dimensions of the rail to suit the look you desire.
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Adjustable Hanging Strip:
An innovative product that eliminates the need for framing and is typically used on windows with a recess or window sill. A clever technique that hides the attachment of the panels to the wall, giving you a clean, uncluttered look to your shutters. As shown in the picture on the left.
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