What Size Screws Are Needed To Mount An External Shutter?

Painted metal screws are commonly used by home improvement contractors to install exterior shutters on siding or real wood. Each bag contains 12 painted screws, enough for one pair of window shutters. Mounting hardware for shutter installation is often included with new shutters and can be metal screws or plastic shutter fasteners. To choose the right size for shutters, measure your windows accurately and follow instructions for installing exterior vinyl shutters on any siding surface, including wood, brick, aluminum, vinyl, hardboard, stucco, or masonry using vinyl shutter fasteners.

To install shutters, use an electric drill for wood walls and a screw anchor for masonry or brick walls. Fix one screw in each side of the frame to ensure the frame is perfectly in position when hanging panels. Use a spirit level to ensure the shutter is 1/4″ smaller than the window on all sides, nestled in the casing.

Exterior shutter mounting options include plastic plug fasteners and metal screws. For wood or metal shutters, use a cordless driver to fasten each screw, making sure not to overtighten them. The shutter needs to be 1/4″ smaller than the window on all sides, nestled in the casing.

For larger shutters, use four screws per shutter, while for smaller shutters, use four screws per shutter. For large shutters, use six screws per shutter. Painted steel screws work best when mounted into the studs in the exterior wall.

There are two methods of installing vinyl exterior shutters: the first uses non-corrosive metal screws, and the second employs vinyl spikes.