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Should My Baltimore Home Utilize an Inside Shutter Mount or Outside Shutter Mount?

February 27, 2020

At your shutter consultation, you’ll have a decision of how your plantation shutters are installed. You could opt for an inside mount, which sits right inside the window recess. Or you can utilize an outside mount, where your shutter frame is attached outside the window ingress and is covered by decorative trim.

Sometimes the choice of an inside mount or outside mount is controlled by your window type. But sometimes the decision is yours to match your design plan. So, when should you utilize an inside or an outside mount?

When You Should Use an Inside Mount in Your Baltimore Home

Inside Shutter Mount Style

As the name implies, an inside shutter mount is fastened on the inside of the window panel. Inside mounted shutters use either a Z-Frame or an L-Frame. The Z-Frame is attached inside the frame but has a bit of a lip around the window that gives it a elegant, polished look. An L-frame lies level to the wall, and doesn’t have any extra finishing trim.

If your window can handle an inside mount, the choice for this frame style is mainly cosmetic. However, windows that don’t have fairly square corners may want to stick with with a Z-frame. The overhang on a Z-frame will mask the window’s imperfections. The Z-frame is also great for windows that can tilt. L-frames perform best when your window already has decorative trim or you want to have a minimalist look for your window.

When You Should Install An Outside Mount in Your Baltimore Home 

Outside Shutter Mount Style
 
An outside mount is secured onto the wall and drapes over the window frame instead of within it. The mounts are in an L-frame and contains its own trim, so the shutter’s fixtures will still be stylishly hidden. The shutters tilt just like they would with an inside mount, and because of the trim, your visitors won’t even notice the difference.

If your windows are flat and lack a deep frame, you will have to utilize an outside mount. They also are helpful when you need additional decorative trim around the window to help it stand out more more. Many unique windows with custom window frames, like arches or ovals, will require an outside mount, and also shutter treatments for patio and french doors.

Inside And Out, Sunburst Can Help You Install The Perfect Plantation Shutters 

To decide whether you should use an outside shutter mount or an inside shutter mount, go ahead and call in an expert. Sunburst is the premier shutter dealer in Baltimore and will help you find the most favorable way to mount your shutters. Just call 301-321-7998 or fill in the form below for your complimentary in-home consultation.