Enlarge the two pictures below - the picture on the left doesn't have astragal molding - see the light gap in the center where the two panels meet? The picture on the right has astragal molding - no light gap.

Without
Astragal Molding

With
Astragal Molding

Normandy™ Basswood Shutters are built using select basswood and hardwoods - the tight grain results in long-term stability and durability. Normandy™ basswood shutters are then hand sanded and finished five times to create a luxurious furniture quality finish.

Reinforced engineered stile
A well-crafted shutter closes solidly, does not have light gaps, and stays that way year in and year out. To accomplish this, each part of the shutter must resist twisting, bowing, cupping and all other forms of instability.

Normandy Basswood Shutters use a reinforced engineered stile -- Multiple layers of wood bonded together to reinforce durability to the core of the stile, which results in a robust support system for your shutter panel.

Traditional mortise and tenon
Traditionally used in demanding furniture and building construction, mortise and tenon joints are designed to withstand decades of shear and racking stress and ensure user and occupant safety. The joint is crafted out of a mortise cut through the wood and a hearty tenon, which fits into the mortise.

• Brings a touch of country life to your home. The textured finish on the Normandy stained hardwood shutter blends the tranquility of nature with distinctive luxury.
   
• Normandy is treated with Prescription Wood Conditioning™ technique according to the moisture content of the final installation location to reduce post-installation shrinking and swelling.
   
• Deco frames have inserts that keep installation screws out of sight for a clean and decorative look to match your style and preference.

• Enjoy swift and easy on-site installation with the pre-installed magnets and hinges, as well as pre-mitered frames and slotted keyholes.
   
• A labor-intensive hand finishing process that involves multiple sandings and coatings with fine layers of stain or paint.
   
• Available in a wide range of bright, invigorating solid and stain colors that harmonize into the style of your home.
   
• Lifetime limited warranty on materials and workmanship.

Single Panel Shutters

Open
Left
L

Open
Right
R

2 Panel Shutters

2 Panel
Split
LR

2 Panel
Bi-Fold Left
LL

2 Panel
Bi-Fold Right
RR

Cafe shutters, sometimes called "half shutters" normally cover the bottom half of your window, but can be made at any height. Please specify the height of the cafe shutter, NOT the window height. Cafe Shutters are designed to cover the bottom half of the window for increased privacy while allowing light into the room.

Deco Frames - Outside Mount
Deco Frames are a nice addition to give a shutter a consistent look, especially when there is not an existing windowsill or trim. Deco frames come with pre-drilled holes and can be installed with screws that will be hidden under the inserts.

Important Measuring Tip
Add 2-5/8" to each side of the window opening to ensure that the frame is made wide enough so that no part of the frame extends into the window opening. If mounting over existing molding measure edge of molding to edge of molding.

Z-Frames
Are both an inside and outside mounted frame because part of the frame installs within the window opening with a decorative edge that rests on the outside wall or trim. Z-frames are used in mounting the shutter system inside a sheetrock or out of square window openings. The lip of the frame hides any irregularities in the shape of the opening.

Deco frames come with pre-drilled holes and can be installed with screws that will be hidden under the inserts.

Important Measuring Tip
You need at least 1-1/2" of mounting depth just for the frame. You then must consider louver size and required depth for each.

Beaded L-Frame - Outside Mount
L-Frames are used to mount shutters outside the window jamb or more commonly on french doors. The edge of the L-frame usually aligns with the window edge. Under situations where there is molding around the window, L frame can be mounted on the outside edge of the molding or on top of the molding.

Important Measuring Tip
Add 1-1/2" to each side of the window opening to ensure that the frame is made wide enough so that the frame doesn't extend into the window opening. If mounting over existing molding measure edge of molding to edge of molding.

Hanging Strip - Inside mount
Are used to eliminate the need for framing and is most often used on windows with a recess or window sill. Hanging Strips hide the attachment of the panels to the wall, giving you a clean, uniformed look to your shutters.

Note: The one negative about hanging-strips is that they prevent the operation of tilt-in windows. While the hanging strips are easy to remove - you will have to do so when you tilt-in your windows for cleaning.

An innovative frame design for easier installation. Hang strip comes with pre-drilled holes and can be installed with screws that will be hidden under the inserts.

Divider Rail
A horizontal bar that separates the bottom section of louvers from the top section of louvers in the same shutter. This provides greater stability and flexibility over privacy and light control by allowing separate operation of the louvers above and below the divider rail.

Required on panels that are greater than 72" long. The default location is at the center of the panel.