How To Attach Vinyl Shutters To Vinyl Siding

Overtightening fasteners during shutter installation can create warping or dimples on the surface of vinyl.

How to attach vinyl shutters to vinyl siding. 2 measure down 2 from the top of the shutter and center on each side stile. Mark six 6 spots on each shutter see drawing below. Once you determine where you would like the shutter to be placed use a pencil to mark the edge on the siding. Board and batten shutters on vinyl siding.

Use a hammer to gently tap the fasteners to snug the shutter to the siding. Measure the thickness of the shutter. Reposition the shutter. Shutters first then apply shutter to shield their knowhow 3m exterior command hook under the starter strip it in place them near the different styles of the vinyl and latch.

Be sure to leave space between the edge of the shutter and the window edge so your shutters can expand and contract as temperatures rise and fall. 2 measure up 2 from the bottom of the shutter and center on each side stile. Most vinyl siding is made to imitate wood lap siding so the lap of the siding is. And most of the shutter companies will sell those as part of the shutter too so you certainly can do that.

Push shutter locks through the holes in the shutter and into the hole in the wall surface. Crane board and batten vinyl siding. Have a helper hold a shutter up to the edge of your window. How to attach shutters to vinyl siding.

You do want to be careful not to squish the siding because remember the siding is somewhat soft. Measure the thickness of the lap on the siding.