Quick and easy way to fit shutters - no drilling needed!

In this video, I am going to run through in detail, the quickest, easiest and neatest way to fit shutters in a standard recessed window, this is the easy fit shutter kit.
Assemble the D1 fixings by screwing them into the inserts. Put one of the fixings in one of the holes and hammer it down flush using the wooden dowel, there is a hole one end that fits over the fixing, continue this for all the fixing holes.
Layout the frame out in order, its marked left/right top and bottom, ensure the top is labelled in pencil behind the line.
If you have Tposts, align and centralise the sliding plate, and insert them into the frame screw in the screws.
Use the white interlocking keys to connect the mites together in each corner.
Turn the frame over and insert the keys from behind or lift the frame up and hammer the keys flat from behind.
Screw the corners together using the screws provided, take care to ensure the mitres are even and neatly together.
Unwrap the shadow tape, cut the end off at a 45 degree angle and stick it around the edge of the frame inline with the small groove. Pucker up the tape at the corners slightly to allow it to expand.
Work your way around the whole frame, then cut the end of the tape at another 45 degree angle to match the first cut.
Lift the shutter frame into your window ensuring the top of the frame is at the top, angle and tilt the frame to make it easier to lift into the recess.
If the recess is smaller at the front and the frame is tight to get in, you might need to try different angles.
For a standard window with protruding handles, use the wooden spacing blocks to space the frame away from the window by 40mm.
Clip them onto the hinge so they miss the fixing hole and push the frame back so the blocks touch the window frame.
Move the frame left/right so there is an equal shadow gap either side. Using your 2mm Allen key or driver, wind out the fixings on the left and right side until there is an even gap at the top and bottom of the frame.
Move the wooden spacing blocks to the top hinges and push the frame back so the blocks touch the frame again.
Wind out the left or right fixing until it just hits the wall and the point of the fixing just digs in.
Keep slight pressure on the frame pushing it towards the window and the fixing so it doesn’t move.
Wind out the other fixing at the top so the point digs in again, this will secure the frame in place.
Stand back and check there is an equal shadow gap all round, adjust the fixings until your happy with the spacing.
Lift the left panel into the frame, bottom hinge first then the top hinge, insert the hinge pins to connect the hinges together. Do the same with the right panel.
Check there is an equal gap between the bottom of the panels and frame below the shutters.
If you need to make any adjustments, loosen the hinge screws and move the panels up and down and re-tighten the screws.
Do the same with any Tposts, by loosening the screws and moving the post left or right to ensure and equal gap both sides.
It's important to get the clearance right between the shutters and frame before you start adjusting the shadow gap between the recess.
To adjust the shadow gap and shutter alignment, simply wind the fixings in and out.
So to move the frame left, loosen the left fixing and tighten the right fixing, remember to support the weight of the shutter while doing this.
Tightening the right fixing will lower the right hand shutter, and move the left up.
Tightening the left fixing will lower the left hand shutter, and move the right shutter up.
Once the shutters are aligned within the frame and there is an equal shadow gap all round you can gradually tighten the rest of the fixings.
Wind them out until they start to touch the wall, tighten the opposite fixing and try and keep equal pressure on them as you go.
If you have Tposts, wind out the bottom fixings slightly then the top.
Alternate from top to bottom to get equal pressure and ensure the shutters don’t move out of alignment.
Gradually secure the rest of the fixings, checking as you go that the shadow gap and shutter clearance does not move.
On tall windows you may need put an extra mechanical fixing in the side using a raw plug, so in this case you will need to get your hoover out and drill some holes.
The D1 fixings will act as an adjustable packer allowing you get the perfect clearance.
You don’t need to over tighten the fixings, they should be hand tight.
Once you're happy you can screw the final hinge screws into place.
Place the white cover caps over the fixing holes.
Stick the ‘Fitted with D1 fixings’ sticker over the bottom right corner hole, so you know ‘how’ the shutters have been installed to help with future removal of the shutters if you need to decorate.
And thats how easy it is to install shutters.

[@nimaliperera1382]

I checked on many videos, and he explained it on point. Thank you!

[@jindalrohit07]

great shutters...loved the installation video

[@opennshut]

Thank you :)

[@richardpowell5042]

straightforward and very clear thank you.

[@opennshut]

Great thanks Richard.

[@chazshier]

Straightforward for a frame like that. I have a half bay, so have two sets of shutters with a c40 degree angle between the two. Should the two frames touch at the angle point? Or do I need some sort of central spacer post?

[@opennshut]

You can order a custom angled corner post like this www.opennshut.co.uk/info-hub/bay-posts/ and order one frame, or you can order two frames and butt them together, they can be screwed at the point they touch to stop the light coming through. With the bay post option you can still use the easyfix system, you would normally only need the D1 fixings at the top and bottom of the bay, not at the sides.

[@TheRiverShen]

Any advice on removing frame without damaging as window needs replacing but the frame is too close to window.

[@johnclowes3894]

Nice. I put my shutters close to the edge of of rebate so when I open them they lay flat against the inside wall. Makes my windows look twice the size. Plus they're not sticking out into the room where my grandchildren could bang their heads.

[@opennshut]

Cheers, John :)

[@claireh3104]

This has absolutely made my day. I’m waiting on delivery of my shutters and panicking about the drilling and lintel above window. Is it really secure enough with the tape ?

[@opennshut]

If you have Tposts within your design, then yes. The tape only hides the fixings.

[@dannyboii1288]

No it’s not safe over time it’ll lose the stickiness, I’ve worked over 10 years with all kinds of shutters and you never tape it lol always trim screws. You won’t see drill holes.

[@petermoore7026]

Hi I really like these shutters but there is no link as to where I can buy them, please could you provide details thanks

[@opennshut]

Hi Peter, here is a link to the order form - www.opennshut.co.uk/product/diy-shutters/

[@vj8492]

Are shutters reusable

[@villaman2261]

Where is the best place to buy shutters from

[@yaimafernandez5126]

Nice video. I have shutters at home but the ones on my girls bedroom don't closed correctly. Do you have any recommendations to fix it?

[@opennshut]

Hard to say without seeing it, if its dropped move the shutter up a little on its hinges.

[@dannyboii1288]

You’ll need to adjust the frame possible lifting it a bit from the side it’s sagging.

[@annep1984]

where can I get these shutters from please?

[@tinawoodell1957]

I just painted some yesterday. What can I use to get them to go up and down because they are stuck by the paint. Help!!

[@opennshut]

Not sure I can help with that one! Shutters are normally sprayed as the paint is much thinner, if you have painted it could have run into the pivot holes or gaps. If the louvres are open, I would suggest laying the panel flat on the floor on something soft and try and move all the louvers together to try and free them, or carefully one at a time giving them a wiggle to crack any paint. Check visually to see if you can see a built up of paint anywhere.

[@tinawoodell1957]

@@opennshut I found a solution. Spray them with furniture polish several times and it will work loose. Thanks for your reply 💙

[@opennshut]

@@tinawoodell1957 Ah great! nice one :)

[@yuhan1068]

Great video! Are these black out? Thank you!

[@opennshut]

Thanks, no they are not blackout, you can can fit a blackout blind behind the shutters if you wanted blackout.

[@OldFloatingSeaman]

Do all shutters come with this sort of frame? I have some coming from California Shutters but not sure of the frames now.

[@opennshut]

They will come in a frame, but you will need to use screws to install them, either forward into the window frame or sideways into the wall depending on how you measured and what you ordered.

[@OldFloatingSeaman]

@@opennshut Where can one purchase the 'fixing pins' as it would solve a problem that i will have drilling the top rail? If only i had seen this video first, i know which shutters i would now have purchased.

[@opennshut]

@@OldFloatingSeaman You can buy them online here - www.opennshut.co.uk/trade-shutters/order-online/#fixings, but depending on the size of your window, you might not need fix the top frame, just screw the mites at the corners and fix the sides.

[@OldFloatingSeaman]

@@opennshut Hi, The window is 2200 in width so i should imagine i will need to support it.

[@opennshut]

@@OldFloatingSeaman Yes this would need fixing upwards unless you have ordered Tposts within your design. The D1 fixings wont work on this width without Tposts, so I suggest you drill upwards and use a rawplug, hope that helps. Regards Sam.

[@alibongo5873]

Would this work with ceramic tiles?

[@opennshut]

Hi Alison, We have used the fixings with tiles, but I would still try and get a fixing into the window frame as back up. It will depend on the window size and design.

[@response207]

@@opennshut can you do a video on how to fix shutters to porcelain tiles =)

[@opennshut]

@@response207 Every window is different, so your best bet is to email some clear photos to us at [e-mail] for advice. We do use D1 fixings on some tiled windows, but some larger windows would need to be fixed either into the window or through the tiles as a last option. We are planning on creating more videos.

[@davidharvey2862]

Would you not put a bead of silicon around the frame for a better finish?

[@opennshut]

Hi David, I've always used the shadow gap as I am not a fan of caulk or silicon, but I know a lot companies do, so it would be down to personal choice and how you like to fit, regards Sam.

[@rexteevee]

How to change and a shutter window

[@port525]

where or how can I buy the shutter in the video ?

[@whitewatersam1]

Hi Peter, you can buy them online here - www.opennshut.co.uk/product/trade-shutters/

[@markbaines225]

where can i buy these shutters ?

[@opennshut]

Hi Mark, you can order them on our website www.opennshut.co.uk/diy/ Regards Sam.

[@paulsutton5896]

Is it possible to buy solid shutters, rather than panels with louvres? Or could a competent carpenter take out the louvre panels and replace them with a solid panel, made by himself?

[@opennshut]

Hi Paul, yes we can supply solid shutters, they fit in the same frames as the louvred shutters, same frame designs and colours etc. Two designs, shaker and raised, email us at [e-mail] for more info as I've not added the solid designs onto the website. Regards Sam.

[@user-sj3xn8vc8d]

I wish you were my neighbor

[@ciscowebex2134]

Where do buy this?

[@opennshut]

www.opennshut.co.uk/product/diy-shutters/

[@opheliaansere-sarpong2200]

How do I order

[@opennshut]

You can order online here - www.opennshut.co.uk/product/diy-shutters/

[@a.d.greenwood1411]

The name of this video should be, "HOW TO INSTALL PLANTATION SHUTTERS" not how to fix them.

[@SuprisedWolverine]

Says fit…

[@paulandrews3304]

Wouldn’t actually call it quick and easy Be easy if they came already made up