Even though they are more expensive architectural coves are the most popular method of mounting shutters to french doors with decorative handles since they do not take up glass space and they are more aesthetically pleasing.
Shutter on french door square cut out.
Keep in mind the curved option may take up more of the glass then the square cut.
Study the diagrams below to find your particular application.
Typically a standard 4 1 4 half circle cut out is enough to accommodate most levers though we also offer a 5 1 4 and 6 1 4.
Shutters for french doors are mounted using the l frame either on all 4 sides 3 sides or on just the top and bottom if the clearance at the handle of the door does not allow for the frame.
The cut out plate is 1 2 thick.
Outside mount refers to the l frame being mounted outside the glass on the face of the interior side of the door not on the exterior of the door.
For traditional style homes or smaller windows narrow slats 2 could be a better option.
We like most shutter manufacturers offer a half circle and rectangular cut out.
Shutters on french doors.
Depending on the type of product you choose and the type of frame used you can pick from a curved cut out style or a square cut option.
Special instructions standard 3 4 and 1 frame extension 5 custom extension 10 surcharges trim projection plate.
Custom cut outs are available such as an oval with a surcharge.
If you have large windows french doors or a contemporary look to your home wide louvres or slats 3 or 4 often work best.
Less experienced manufacturers use a square cut out covering more of the glass space you were trying to preserve and reducing the shutter aesthetics.