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DIY SHUTTERS PRO

How to Guides

Measure, choose, and install your shutters with factory-direct confidence.

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Melbourne Showroom

26 Lascelles Street, Springvale, Victoria 3171

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Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm

1 The Golden Rules of Measuring

These three rules remove most DIY mistakes before they happen.

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Use a Steel Tape

Always use a fresh metal tape measure. Cloth tapes stretch and lie.

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Millimetres Matter

Measure to the exact millimetre. Do not round up or down.

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Measure Every Window

Even matching windows can vary as homes settle over time.

2 The Diagonal Squareness Test

Measure your window diagonally from corner to corner in an X shape.

If the two diagonals differ by more than 6mm, choose a Face Fit or recessed Z-Frame to hide out-of-square gaps.

Pro Tip: Do this quick check before checkout so your frame style is right the first time.
Diagonal squareness test diagram

3 Pick the Perfect Frame

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Inside Mount L-Frame

A clean, minimalist fit for square windows with enough recess depth.

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Inside Mount Z-Frame

The Aussie favourite for hiding small gaps and uneven reveals.

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Outside Mount Face Fit

Best for shallow windows, obstructions, or windows that tilt inward.

4 Install Like a PRO

No rush, no guesswork. Keep each window kit separate and follow this sequence.

1

Prep & Unpack

Lay panels and frame pieces on a soft surface.

2

Assemble Frame

Slot pre-cut frame corners and posts together.

3

Mount Frame

Lift into place, level it, and screw it in.

4

Drop Panels In

Align hinges, drop panels in, adjust, and admire.

PRO Tip: Check carton labels first and never mix panels or frames between windows.

Got Your Measurements Sorted?

You are one step away from a polished, factory-direct finish for your Melbourne home.