{"id":13703,"date":"2016-10-13T06:49:22","date_gmt":"2016-10-13T06:49:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lion-test-sites.co.za\/mica-new\/?p=13703"},"modified":"2016-11-02T12:24:10","modified_gmt":"2016-11-02T12:24:10","slug":"make-your-own-shutters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lion-test-sites.co.za\/mica-new\/make-your-own-shutters\/","title":{"rendered":"Make Your Own Shutters"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Most homes could easily be given a \u201cchocolate box\u201d look by adding shutters to the windows. Pair this with a lush, colourful garden and you\u2019ve got yourself a picture-perfect English cottage look. Of course, shutters might look out of place on a modern, contemporary home with large windows, so consider the style of your home and window size first. Today, we will show you how to make your own shutters.  <\/p>\n<p><strong>You will need:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"listStyles\">\n<li>Six 120mm wide planks per window. The length will depend on your window<\/li>\n<li>Four 360mm x 120mm planks (length = width of 3 planks)<\/li>\n<li>Acrylic paint (primer and top coat)<\/li>\n<li>Wood glue<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What to do:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol class=\"listStyles\">\n<li>Start by measuring out the length of your windows, as this will determine the length of your planks.<\/li>\n<li>In this tutorial we are using 3 vertical planks on either side, but you may use more if you wish. Remember to account for this in the length of your 4 additional, horizontal planks.<\/li>\n<li>Lay your vertical planks out in 2 groups of 3. Measure about 120mm in on either side and use wood glue to secure your horizontal planks in place.<\/li>\n<li>For added security, you may use wood screws. Drill 3 pilot holes through your horizontal planks (1 for each vertical plank) and then screw them in place.<\/li>\n<li>Once the wood glue is dry and you\u2019re satisfied that your shutters are secure, give them a quick sanding and then wipe them down with a damp rag to prepare for painting.<\/li>\n<li>Once clean and dry, paint a coat of acrylic primer to set your shutters up for painting topcoats.<\/li>\n<li>Once your primer is dry, give it a light sanding before continuing. Remember to wipe it down after sanding.<\/li>\n<li>Now you can apply your topcoat in the colour of your choice. 2 coats should be sufficient. Once your first coat is dry, give it a light sanding again and rub your shutters down before adding your next coat.<\/li>\n<li>To attach your shutters, drill 4 pilot holes through each shutter. One in each corner. Next, place your shutters in their desired location and mark your holes on the wall.<\/li>\n<li>Depending on the material of your wall, select the appropriate drill bit and drill. Insert a plastic wall plug firmly in each hole.<\/li>\n<li>Screw your shutters in place with the horizontal planks in front and there you go  a beautiful feature to give your home an added dose of charm!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Shutters add a lot of character to a home. 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