Side Stiles

Easy reading

These are the side edges of the DIY shutter panels, rectangular sections of wood running vertically on either side of the panel.  They are connected into the top and bottom rails using Mortice and Tennon joints for extra strength.  Not all shutter manufacturers use these joints.  Cheaper versions use wooden dowels which are not as strong.

The stiles interlock down the length (rebated) for extra strength and to reduce light.

Most of the stiles have a small decorative round bead running down the length of the stile.  The Standard plus has a plain stile with no bead, so bear this in mind if you are mixing your order with different products.

Technical stuff

The strength of a DIY shutter is down to how it’s made, quality of the wood and joints.  To withstand the heat and sun when fitted at windows our stiles are thicker and engineered for extra strength.

Engineered

This means the stiles are manufactured like plywood, the wood is bonded together in opposing layers making them stronger.  This breaks the capillaries where the moisture is running through the wood making them warp resistant.  An outer layer of material is then wrapped around the engineered section providing a smooth and good looking finish.

Sizes

• Standard - 41.3mm wide x 25.4mm thick
• Standard plus - 41.3mm wide x 25.4mm thick
• Elite - 41.3mm wide x 28.6mm thick
• Basswood - 41.3mm wide x 28.6mm thick
• Cedar - 41.3mm wide x 28.6mm thick
• ABS - 50.8mm wide x 28.6mm thick

Optional extras

Extra wide stiles (50.8mm) can be ordered for large openings where extra strength is required.

A D mould can be added to the front of the stile to reduce the light penetrating through the gap where the panels meet.  This is a moulded piece of wood in the shape of a flat D

Sam tips

Please note Remote control DIY shutter panels are made using extra wide side stiles to house the motor and batteries.  The rest of your order can be made with wider stiles to match by request.

Remember the Standard plus stiles have a flat design.