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1 | Name Your Room
Shutter Order Form Guide
Add a room name for reference. This will be printed on the packing slip
to help identify your shutter location upon arrival.
As you fill out the Shutter Order Form, use these steps for guidance along the process.
2 | Window Measurements
Measure all windows separately, no matter how similar they appear.
NOTE: Use a durable steel tape measure. Do not use a cloth tape measures as they can stretch
and provide inaccurate measurements.
Height
Width
Diagonal
⅛ Inch
2A. Window Width
• Measure the inside of the window opening, not the glass.
• Measure window width in 3 places. Record the shortest measurementand round down to the nearest ⅛ inch.
• Do not make any deductions, allowances or additions.
2B. Window Height
• Measure the inside of the window opening, not the glass.
• Measure window height in 3 places. Record the shortest measurementand round down to the nearest ⅛ inch.
• Do not make any deductions, allowances or additions.
NOTE: All shutters must be ordered the same height to achieve a uniform appearance and equal number of louvers. If the height measurements differ, apply one of the options below:
- For inside mount mounting strip or L Frame you may reduce taller shutters up to ⅛ in maximum.
- For inside mount with Z Frame, Bullnose, Trim frame or Décor Trim Frame you may reduce taller shutters up to ½ inches maximum.
- For height adjustments of more than ½ inches, we recommend an outside mount.
2C. Window Diagonals
• Measure the inside of the window opening, not the glass.
• Measure window diagonals by checking distance from cornerto corner and marking the result.
• Subtract the shorter number from the longer number and notein section 2C of the order form.
Flat Area
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3 | Window Molding/Trim
4 | Window Sill
Does your window have trim? If it does, what is the width of the trim?
NOTE: If window does not have molding or trim, please enter “0”.
Does your window have a window sill?
Depth
2D. Window Depth
• Measure from the front of any obstruction to the front edge of thewindow frame to determine depth.
NOTE: Depth clearance is the minimum window depth required for shutters to operate without interfering with window parts. Shutters can be mounted anywhere within a frame as necessary, as long as there is adequate window depth and flat surface area. Window obstructions include, but are not limited to: Window Cranks, Window Locks, Alarms and other items.
No Molding / Trim Enter “0” on order form
If your window has molding, measure the flat surface of
the molding/trim.
Where to Measure
YES NO
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5 | Mount Type
LEVOLOR recommends Inside Mount as the preferred mounting method for
an easy install and clean look, however Inside Mount may not be possible in all
situations. Answer the following questions to determine your mount type.
Inside MountShutter will mount inside your
window opening
Outside MountShutter will mount outside
your window opening on molding/trim or wall
• Does your window have less than 1 ¼ inch of depth clearance(reference your answer from Step 2D) – Circle Y/ N
• Is your window more than ½ inch out of square?(reference your answer from Step 2C) – Circle Y/ N
• Is the only way to open your window by tilting in?(see Figure C below) – Circle Y/ N
- If you circled “Y” to any question above, you must selectOutside Mount.
- If you circled “N” for all questions above LEVOLOR recommendsyou select Inside Mount.
• If you selected Outside Mount and your trim measurement(reference your answer from Step 3) is less than 1 ⅜ inch(not including “0”), we do not recommend Shutters.
Figure C. Many windows open through both “raise/lower”
as well as tilt in (for cleaning). In this case, Inside Mount
may interfere with the tilt in operation of your window but
can still be selected.
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Mount Type Step 5
Trim Width Step 3 Frame Options
Inside Mount
Less than 1 ⅜ in.
L Frame, Z Frame
Greater than or equal to 1 ⅜ in.
L Frame, Z Frame, Bullnose Frame, Trim Frame, Décor Trim Frame
No TrimL Frame, Z Frame, Bullnose Frame, Trim Frame,
Décor Trim Frame
Outside Mount
Greater than or equal to 1 ⅜ in.
L Frame
Greater than 2 ⅝ in.
L Frame, Casing Frame
No Trim L Frame, Casing Frame
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Vanilla
6 | Color Choice
7 | Frame Styles
LEVOLOR Shutters are offered in 3 neutral tones to match any decor.
White is the most popular choice and offers a beautiful contrast to most
paint colors, while Vanilla adds a more dramatic tone to the room.
Blinds.Lowes.com/Custom/LEVOLOR for free swatches to see how
each color can help make this shutter fit your home.
Frame styles add a decorative element to your custom shutter to suit your personal style.
Frame options are based on mount type and trim width.
NOTE: Mounting strip is a special option available to
installers for inside mount applications
White
Ivory
L Frame
Inside and Outside Mount
Décor Trim Frame
Inside Mount
Z Frame
Inside Mount
Casing Frame
Outside Mount
Bullnose Frame
Inside Mount
Trim Frame
Inside Mount
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MINIMUM DEPTH CLEARANCE BY FRAME
Inside Mount (IM) – with frame or panel with front of window
Frame Type 2 ½ inch. Louver 3 ½ inch. Louver 4 ½ inch. Louver
Mounting Strip 2 ⅛ in. 2 ⅜ in. 2 ⅞ in.
L Frame 2 ⅛ in. 2 ⅜ in. 3 in.
Z Frame 1 ¼ in. 1 ⅝ in. 2 ⅛ in.
Bullnose Frame 1 ⅜ in. 1 ⅝ in. 2 ⅛ in.
Trim Frame 1 ⅛ in. 1 ½ in. 2 in.
Décor Trim Frame 1 ⅛ in. 1 ½ in. 2 in.
Outside Mount (OM)
L Frame 0 ½ in. ⅞ in.
Casing Frame 0 0 ⅝ in.
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8 | Louver Size
The 2 ½ inch louver is the more traditional size, while the larger 3 ½ inch and 4 ½
inch louver sizes offer a more contemporary look and a greater view to the outside.
Larger louvers will require more depth clearance in the window.
2 1/2 inch Louver 3 1/2 inch Louver 4 1/2 inch Louver
Use the below chart and the Frame Style selected in (Step 7) as well as the
Window Depth from (Step 2D) to confirm your selected louver size will work.
You will need to select a different frame style if your desired louver size is
not available.
NOTE: If your window does not meet
minimum depth for outside mount,
then frame extensions are available.
Each frame extension will increase
clearance by ½ in.
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9 | Control Systems
10 | Panel Configurations
LEVOLOR Shutters are offered in three tilt options:
Tilt Bar, Gear Closure and Motorized.
The chosen panel configuration is based on P#-XXX. P# means the number of panels
and x being the hinged panel side, left (L) or right (R) and T-Post. Example: P3-LTLTL means
(3 - Panels - Left Hinge, T-Post, Left Hinge, T-Post, Left Hinge)
• The Tilt Bar option has a centered tilt barlocated on the front of the shutters, giving them atraditional look.
• The patented Gear Closure System is an optionalupgrade. The hidden gear operating systemsprovides an unobstructed view and modern lookand allows for a smooth superior closure.
• The Motorized tilt option allows you to adjust thelouver position using the LEVOLOR app or remote.
Reminder:
For complex configurations visit blinds.lowes.com to build your custom shutters.
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Tilt Bar Gear Closure Motorized
1 Panel
Can be hinged either left or right.
P1-L or P1-R
2 Panels
One panel hinged left & one panel hinged right. Can also be hinged
(bi-fold) left or right.
P2-LR, P2-LL, or P2-RR
3 Panels
2 bi-fold right and one left or 2 bi-fold left and 1 right.
P3-LLR or P3-LRR
4 Panels
3 Control Options
2 bi-fold left and 2 bi-fold right.
P4-LLRR
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11 | Divider Rails
11A. Use divider rails to create top and bottom sections. This allows the bottom half of shutters
to be fully closed for privacy, while allowing the upper half to be open. Please identify on the
order form how many divider rails you would like added to your order
11B. Based on your shutter application, Inside Mount or Outside Mount (Step 5),
estimate the divider rail placement.
• A divider rail is required for any shutter panel over 66-inches in height.
• Two divider rails are required for shutter panels over 90-inches in height.
• There is no extra charge for divider rails.
• Motorized shutter panels with a divider rail require 2 motors (top & bottom)
• If there are two divider rails along with the motorized tilt, the mid-section of louvers willoperate simultaneously with either the top section of louvers or the bottom section oflouvers. Preferred configurations must be selected at the time of order.
Using the diagram above:
• Identify the desired location measurement of the #1 Divider Rail.
• Identify the desired location measurement of the #2 Divider Rail.
• Divider rail location may vary up or down by 1 ½ in. from the height requested.
Divider RailsTop Operating Louvers
Bottom Operating Louvers
Inside MountDistance-Up is distance from top of sill to center of where you would like divider rail.
Outside MountDistance-Up is distance from
bottom of shutter frame to center of where you would
like divider rail.
Identifying Divider Rail Locations
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P1FD-L P1FD-R
Left Right
Cutout
• 4-sided L frame only.• Cutout size is always 15 inches.• Minimum cutout height location is measured from bottom of shutter frame.
2-1⁄2" Louver 3-1⁄2" Louver 4-1⁄2" Louver
Minimum Width 18" 18" 18"
Maximum Width 36" 36" 36"
Minimum Height 36" 38" 40"
Maximum Height 96" 96" 96"
Maximum Square ft. 15 sq ft 15 sq ft 15 sq ft
Minimum Cutout Height 17 3⁄4" 18 3⁄4" 19 3⁄4"
French Door with Cutout (No divider rail)
Choose Your French Door Configuration
Outside Mount — 4-sided L Frame on Top or Around the Molding
How to Measure French Door with Cutout
NOTE: Shutter height may be ordered longer than molding to molding measurements.
This allows the shutter to be moved up or down in order to center the cutout as needed.
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B
C D
Cut Out Height (C or D)
Measure from the bottom of the molding to the middle of the desired cutout location.
The cutout can be centered on the door handle (“C”) or centered between the door handle and the deadbolt (“D”). Add 1 3⁄8 in for the L frame at the bottom of the shutter.
An optional divider rail may be ordered, and will be centered on the location of the cutout.
The divider rail will be positioned on center of the cutout.
Frame ExtensionsDepending on the louver size, tilt mechanism and whether or not there is molding around the glass that protrudes into the room, we will add the necessary frame extensions.
Measure Width (A)
If If no molding present — Measure outside of the glass in three places (top, middle, and bottom) and record the measurements to the nearest 1⁄8 in.
Mounting on top of molding or around molding — Measure the outside width, including the molding, in three places (top, middle, and bottom) and record the measurements to the nearest 1⁄8 in. If measuring on top of molding, the molding must be at least 1 3⁄8 in. wide. If measuring around the molding, please make note of that, and the factory will make necessary adjustments.
Measure Height (B)
If no molding present — Measure outside of the glass in three places (top, middle, and bottom) and record the measurements to the nearest 1⁄8 in.
Mounting on top of molding or around molding — Measure the outside width, including the molding, in three places (top, middle, and bottom) and record the measurements to the nearest 1⁄8 in. If measuring on top of molding, the molding must be at least 1 3⁄8 in. wide. If measuring around the molding, please make note of that, and the factory will make necessary adjustments.
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INSIDE MEASUREMENTS
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SQUARENESS CHECK
3 1⁄2 in By-Pass Standard Valance
5 in By-Pass Crown Valance
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Inside Mount
• Measure window width and height in three places (top, middle, and bottom) and record the smallest measurement to thenearest 1⁄8 in.
• Check for window squareness by measuring both diagonalsfrom corner to corner. If the difference between the diagonalsis more than ½ in., an outside mount is recommended.
• Do not make any deductions, allowances or additions.
Outside Mount
If Mounting On Wall without trim, take width and height measurements outside the window opening in three places (top, middle, and bottom), measurements. Ensure that you have at least 2 1⁄4 in of clearance above and on each side of your window opening.
If Mounting On Trim, take width and height measurements from the outside edges of your trim in three places (top, middle, and bottom), and record the largest measurements. You will need at least 2 1⁄4 in of flat trim for the Shutter frame to mount onto.
If Mounting Outside Trim, take width and height measurements from the outside edges of your trim in three places (top, middle, and bottom), and record the largest measurements.
How to Measure By-Pass• Inside mount must have a minimum jamb depth of 2 in.
• Outside mount standard by-pass will project 6 5⁄8 in from the wall.
Only If Divider Rail is Being Used
• The measurement recorded is determined from the bottom of thefloor or sill to the middle of where the divider rail is to be located.
• One divider rail is required for panels over 66 in with a maximum50 in between the middle of the divider rail and either top orbottom rail.
• Two divider rails are required for panels over 90 inches in heightwith a maximum 50 in between any two rails.
Choice of Panel Configuration Determine from pages 5-7.
Order Valance Choose between the 3 1⁄2 in standard valance or 5 in crown valance and select the appropriate valance returns at time of order.
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P2BP-LP2BP-RBoth panels will operate allowing access to the window or door.
Minimum Width: 24''Maximum Width: 72'Minimum Height: 20''Maximum Height: 120''
P3BP-LCRCenter panel opens over left or right panel.
Minimum Width: 36''Maximum Width: 108''Minimum Height: 20''Maximum Height: 120''
Choose Your By-Pass Panel Configurations
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P4BP-LCCRLeft center panel opens over left panel,Right center panel opens over right panel.
Minimum Width: 48''Maximum Width: 144''Minimum Height: 20''Maximum Height: 120''
P4BP-2R2LTwo left panels open over two right panels.
Minimum Width: 48''Maximum Width: 144''Minimum Height: 20''Maximum Height: 120''
P4BP-2L2RTwo right panels open over two left panels.
Minimum Width: 48''Maximum Width: 144''Minimum Height: 20''Maximum Height: 120''
Choose Your By-Pass Panel Configurations
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P6BP-2L2C2RTwo center panels, open over either two leftor two right panels.
Minimum Width: 72''Maximum Width: 180"Minimum Height: 20''Maximum Height: 120''
P6BP-2LCC2RTwo center panels, not joined, open either two left or two right panels.
Minimum Width: 72''Maximum Width: 180''Minimum Height: 20''Maximum Height: 120''
Choose Your By-Pass Panel Configurations
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