Track My Order
My Account
Wishlist
Call now
How to measure for Twist&Fit Plantation Shutters | 247 Guides
Measuring for your Twist&Fit Plantation Shutters is refreshingly simple - and we're here to show you just how straightforward it can be.
You don't need to be a DIY pro or have any fancy equipment. With just a tape measure and our easy-to-follow guide, you'll have everything you need to get a perfect fit.
Twist&Fit shutters are designed to make installation stress-free, and that starts with measuring. We've stripped away the complexity to bring you a process that's quick, clear, and completely doable - no drills, no stress, no second-guessing.
Looking for Drilled Shutters?
View our page guide here or click to view the downloadable guide below.
CHOOSE YOUR SHUTTER STYLE
FULL HEIGHT
These are designed to fit in the full height of the window.
These are the most popular option for their classic look.
TIER ON TIER
Two sets of shutters within one frame, offering total control with panels you can operate independently of one another.
All three styles are available in three slat options: 64mm, 76mm and 89mm.
If you require a Cafe-style Shutter, then please see our standard, drillable Plantation Shutter.
CHOOSE YOUR FRAME TYPE
L FRAME
Allows you to position the shutters at the front of the recess, with the panels opening flat against the wall.
Z FRAME
These are positioned at the front edge of the recess and jut outwards, thus creating a natural architrave style.
For both options, be aware of any obstructions, such as the windows opening inwards, window handles and window sills.
These are examples of commonly seen side profiles, for specific frame appearance and measurements, please refer to the more information tooltips, in your chosen product page. Alternatively, give us a quick call on 01484 443790.
WARNING
Twist&Fit Plantation Shutters are designed to be installed without drilling, using metal pins that twist into the surrounding recess to hold the frame securely in place.
This provides a simpler alternative to traditional, more permanent installations.
For best results, these shutters should be fitted into recesses made of plasterboard (drywall), which allows the pins to grip effectively. They can also be used with softwood or MDF/composite surrounds, provided the material is not too hard or brittle.
Hard surfaces such as tiles, ceramic, brick, or concrete are not suitable, as the pins cannot penetrate or anchor properly. If your recess includes any of these materials, we recommend choosing our standard Plantation Shutters, which are designed for screw-fixed installation.
STEP 1 - MEASURING FOR YOUR SHUTTER
MEASURING WIDTH
Take 3 measurements across the width of the top, middle, and bottom of the recess. The smallest measurement will be your blind width. (We will make your blind 3mm narrower for a snug fit.)
MEASURING DROP
Take 3 measurements from the top down, along the left, middle, and right of the recess. The smallest measurement will be your blind drop. (We will make your blind 3mm shorter for a snug fit.)
CHECKING THE SQUARENESS OF THE WINDOW
Measure diagonally across the recess in both directions.
NOTE: If the recess is more than 15mm out of square, using the Z frame may be more suitable, and will require less remedial work. If you're unsure, or have a heavily sloped recess, then our standard, drillable option may be better for you.
MEASURING FOR MID-RAILS
For shutters over 1600mm, a mid-rail will be incorporated, which adds rigidity to the panels. This will be placed usually half way.
Please state the position of the mid-rail by measuring from the bottom of where the shutter frame will be fixed up to the centre of where you want the mid-rail to be. This will usually be where there is a transom on the window.
EXTRA STEP
For measuring further back inside a recess
For inside recess measurements, please make note of these slat and frame clearance depths:
Shutter frame 49.8mm
63mm slats do not protrude out of the back of the frame.
89mm slats protrude out the back by an extra 15mm.
Please allow for no interference in slat operation.
TIER ON TIER STYLE
For Tier on Tier shutters measure as standard full height shutter but ascertain the height of the tiers by measuring up from where the bottom of the frame will be fixed, to the centre point of where you require the split of the tiers.
NOTE: For Bromley Snow & True White, a T-Bar will be provided by default. This simply slots into the frame on installation.
On all other Tier On Tier shutters, there will be a bar over 1500mm width.
