How To Affix Shutters Outside Without Using Nails?

The installation process for exterior shutters involves grabbing the shutter fastener supporting shank and pushing it through the shutter hold and into the wall surface. Gently tap the shutter fastener with a hammer to snug the shutter against the siding, avoiding overtightening to prevent dimples. Shutters serve both functional and aesthetic purposes, adding character to your home and potentially increasing energy efficiency and security.

The direct mount method is the simplest and most commonly used approach for mounting shutters, as they are directly attached to the exterior wall. They can add visual appeal to the front of your home and protect windows against heavy wind and rain. There are two methods of installing vinyl exterior shutters: non-corrosive metal screws and vinyl spikes. Screws are primarily used to attach outdoor shutters to wood and other materials. Nails will not hold in brick or mortar.

To install shutters, remove old shutters, measure the window size, use a pencil to mark the placement of the shutter hangers, and make holes in the vinyl. Both PVC and wood exterior shutters can be installed to brick with hinges or screwed in a fixed position next to the opening. Outdoor wall decor without nails or tools can be hung using 3M Exterior Command Hooks, 3M Exterior Double Sided Tape Brick Clips, and Vinyl Siding Hooks.

Shutters on brick, block, or concrete walls can be installed with concrete screws long enough to embed at least 1 inch deep into the substrate. Place the shutter face-up on a flat surface suitable for drilling, such as plywood laid across two sawhorses. Mark locations for the mounting process before proceeding.