Dress Code For Your Windows - by Elite Window Fashions

Frame Configurations

Richwood® Shutter-Lites look and function best with a Richwood® Shutter-Lite frame. These frames block light gaps and hide imperfections in openings that are not square. In addition, frames give Richwood® Shutters a truly finished appearance. PLEASE NOTE: Be sure to order shutter units as recommended to cover various applications. Elite will not warranty shutters improperly installed within openings that are out-of-square.

Windows may be framed in the following ways, depending on the window application and the preference of the customer

2-sided frame
3-sided frame
4-sided frame
3-sided door frame (3/8" bottom clearance)
2-sided cafe frame
3-sided inverted cafe frame

Frame Designs

While it is possible to mount Richwood® Shutter-Lites directly inside the opening, most openings are not perfectly square. These imperfections create unsightly light gaps between the panels and the opening that take away from the beauty of the panels. Richwood® Shutter-Lite frames eliminate this problem by sealing all visible light gaps. Elite has several framing designs available to complement the structure of the window and the decor of the room. Each frame is designed for different window applications.

Standard Z-frame: for inside mount applications
Deluxe Z-frame: for inside mount applications
EZ Face Mount frame is used for drywall applications or windows with no existing moulding
Standard L-frame: for inside and outside mount applications
Narrow Sill L-frame: for inside mount Z-frame applications*
Deep L-frame: required for flush mount applications with the 4 1/2" louver and to provide extra clearance for obstructions in the window

* Sill frames should not be combined with the standard L-frame in a window opening. The profiles do not match up. The L-frame, by design, has a flat bottom and performs as sill frame when needed. The narrow sill L-frame is used as sill frame with Z-style frames only when specified.