How To Make: DIY Shutters
How to make wood shutters using pallets and stain to make them look like cedar shutters.
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Equipment
Supply List
- lag bolts
- wood for shutters
- stain or paint
- galvanized screws
Instructions : Step by Step
- Cut wood to size for shutterswe used pallets but cedar also works nicely
- Cut cross pieces for top and bottom of shutters (cleats)the cross pieces of the shutters will add character and also keep the long pieces together. We created a small space in between the shutters to create the look we wanted
- Fasten wood together with galvanized screwsUse a square to ensure the shutters are squareUsing rust proof screws will prevent damage to your shutters
- Stain or paint wood shutters We stained our shutters in a satin Pecan color by Minwax to create a cedar look. Cedar wood is expensive so using pallets and staining to look like cedar saved us hundreds of dollars
- Direct mount or use hinges to attach shutters to window or sidingWe direct mounted our shutters to the house with 6" lag bolts. If you want your shutters to swing or be functional, you will need to purchase hinges.
Cost: Under $50