What if my window handles protrude?

Today many people have windows with handles that protrude into the window recess, but this does not mean that you can’t have wood shutters but merely that you will need to adapt your window recess by using battens or a sub frame.

The issue with protruding window handles is that you may not have enough room to fit the shutter panels directly onto the window frame, as the handles will prevent this. Even if you can fit to the window frame you may not be able to adjust the louvers to allow light to enter as the handles will prevent them from opening.

The easy solution is to fit battens to create a surface in front of your window frame into which you fix the shutter frame. This spaces the shutter doors away from the window and allows the louvers space to adjust easily without interfering with the window handles. The size of the battens will depend on the size of the louvers you choose, the larger the louvers the wider the battens, and also the amount your handles protrude.

Fitting battens is extremely easy, as you just screw them directly into the window frame, and the screws will be covered by the shutter frame when in place. As the battens are provided in the same colour and spray finish as the wood shutters it will blend perfectly, giving a professional finish. The battens can be provided cut to length or over size if you prefer to adjust them yourself, and additional lengths can be supplied if you require them.

A large proportion of my DIY customers have windows with protruding handles and have successfully fitted battens with their wood shutters, however, if you have any concerns you can look at the information on battens on my website or call me direct with your query Tel: 0844 858 4025.