How to make window shutters exterior

Thinking of sprucing up the exterior of your home with some shutters? (get ready… here comes a 2 minute rant!!) Please, please, please read these shutter do’s and don’ts before you start! Hopefully then you can avoid the same mistakes so commonly found with shutters in the Midwest!! I’ve traveled across the USA, coast-to-coast, East-to-West […]

diy wood shutters exterior | ... types of board and batten shutters to give you an idea of the variety

Give your home a simple and chic upgrade with these DIY Craftsman exterior shutters. We have the step-by-step tutorial.

I knew the workshop needed shutters. There was too much siding and the windows weren't "substantial" enough...shutters would balance everything out. So this is a story about the shutters that Heidi built. Not jack. Oh yeah, did I mention they cost me less than $5 per shutter to build?! You should need only one 8' or 10' (depending on your shutter size) pine 1x4 per shutter. That's cheaper than a large pumpkin spice latte with an extra shot of espresso! I was determined to build these…

I will show you how you can easily update your decor for summer with this DIY seashell plank project that is simple and easy to make!

DIY window boxes - SO easy and inexpensive! Thrifty Decor Chick

Today I'm answering ALL your questions about shutters! From their function, to the size they should be for your specific window, and sharing how we made our own DIY shutters for our farmhouse. If you've got shutters on your mind, it's interesting how much more likely you are to notice them as you're driving around

A look at handmade shutters. Simple DIY curb appeal at a fraction of the price. A simple tutorial on how to build shutters that will make your friends jealous.

Build your own EASY wooden shutters with this two tool tutorial. All you need is a saw and a drill. Add decorative nailheads to give it some extra character. You can build them from treated, cedar, or regular pine boards, just be sure to finish in a good outdoor sealant. Great weekend project to boost curb appeal!

The easiest and cheapest way to make wood shutters. These $0 shutters we put together to frame our windows in the back of our house. They were the perfect warm rustic accent to the patio area. #shutters #exteriors #diy