Shutter Hardware Set for Flush-Mount Installation

Shutter Hardware Set for Flush-Mount Installation

This set contains hardware to hang two shutters (one window). Includes 2 pair Suffolk Style "L" Shutter Hinge with 1/2" offset (2 left and 2 right) and 2 pair Rounded Pintle with 3/4" offset.

When the shutter is open: the pintle will bring the shutter away from the structure 3/4" and the hinge will bring it back 1/2", leaving about 1/4" behind the shutter for ventilation. Hardware is not visible in the open position.

When the shutter is closed: the shutters are in front of the window opening. The hardware is visible in the closed position.

This hardware package is suitable for most Flush-Mount installations. Read below to learn more about Flush-Mount Installations.

Information about this carbon steel product: The carbon steel is galvanized before being powder coated.  In addition the manufacturer performs a series of additional processes, including a 10-step passivation process, to ensure the highest level of durability.  These carbon steel products will last about 700 hours is salt spray testing, which is quite impressive compared to the competition.  Use these carbon steel products inland where there is little moisture and the environment is not harsh.  Regular maintenance such as lubricating friction points will allow your hardware to last a life-time.

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To read our entire discussion on Understanding Shutter Offset and Shutter Hardware Installations. To see the entire collection of Shutter Hardware, read the 2011 Shutter Hardware Buyer's Guide.

Flush Mount Installation is for the customer who wants the shutter to sit flat against the house when open, and in front of the window when closed. In this installation, your pintle and hinge offset need to be the same (or the pintle can have a slightly larger offset than the hinge, as is the case in this package).

This is the simplest and easiest way to install. You can use any pintle and hinge combination that has matching offsets (or the pintle can have a slightly larger offset than the hinge, as is the case in this package).

Most tract home builders use the Flush Mount Installation. Whereas older homes have windows recessed behind the trim (and thus use the Recessed Mount), new construction doesn't have recessed windows. In fact, the window trim will often sit proud of the siding and the window glass will be flush with the trim.

In Flush Mount Installation you reverse-mount the hinge (mount the beveled side of the hinge to the back of the shutter; see diagram above). Instead of the hinge kicking it out away from the structure when the shutter opens, it actually brings it back in line with the structure.