General Product
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Our Aluminum shutters come in both decorative and hurricane grade.
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Cedar is commonly believed to be a termite-repellent wood, but the truth is, these pests will eat it if they have to. That said, termites are less attracted to cedar than other types of wood. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, that’s because cedar contains allelochemicals. While the...
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Can my exterior shutters open or close? ie functioning
That's up to you! If they are installed as functioning shutters with hinges, they can be operable. This means they close over your windows for protection when needed. Hurricane shutters specifically are intended for this purpose and are typically found in locations that experience extreme incleme... -
Do the shutters come with fixed mounting hardware or brackets?
All composite shutters come included with our clear Lexan fixed mounting hardware at no additional cost! You can find the installation instructions for these brackets [here](https://www.monumentshutters.com/pages/installation)! Our vinyl shutters also come included wtih their own shutter-lok fast... -
See below for all of our paint options! Don't see exactly what you need? All of our shutters can also come primed so you can paint them in your desired color once they arrive! Please note that primed shutters may still require a light sanding before painting. We can also accommodate custom c...
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How much do exterior shutters weigh?
You can read a full breakdown of exterior shutter weights and styles over on our blog. Click here to view the article. -
Monument Shutters' Composite: A Revolutionary Solution for Superior Exterior Beauty and Performance
Monument Shutters proudly manufactures our game-changing Composite shutters - a revolutionary product that redefines excellence in exterior shutter applications. This cutting-edge material outperforms traditional options like wood or MDF, offering unparalleled durability and aesthetic appeal for ... -
See below specs/details on the Primer & Paint that we use for our shutters! All of shutters are painted in a satin finish. You can view our many finish options here. Also, all of our Paint finishes are Satin unless otherwise requested. Some charges may apply. Painting your shutters on you...
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Currently, our Clear Lexan mounting hardware is included with the shutters which will be covered within our warranty*. If you plan to purchase functioning hardware, we suggest the below: 601NY Kit New York Kit - 0 Offset (Stainless steel, powder coated- 0" offset. Includes: 2 R and 2 L New York...
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Which shutter material is the best fit for your project?
Need new shutters but can't decide on what material is best for your home? We breakdown each of our materials below: COMPOSITE: Our composite is made from treated wood fiber, phenolic resins, zinc borate and a water repellent. It is 90% wood, yet resists moisture, rot and termites. This is the ... -
Which style is the best match for your project?
Looking for some new shutters but not sure what style to go with? We offer several different styles and combinations that can help you achieve the look you are going for! Louvered & Raised Panel Shutters: Traditional, timeless Flat Panel: Modern, clean lines Board & Batten: Rustic, Farmh... -
Why is PVC the most affordable and durable option?
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Why we use grey primer instead of white primer on our shutters.
Given the color of the composite material - a grey primer provides a significant amount of coverage over a standard white primer. This allows for less coats of paint over the primer. Grey primer is very common as you can see here. Using a grey basecoat or primer for these colors has several bene...