of creating something beautiful with your own hands
We, Have a unique Do It Yourself program.
We measure, guarantee the fit for free. and you install
and save the installation charge.
if you get in over your head. just pay to have them
installed. no harm, no foul just call 610 - 873 - 2599
We are a local family business and think this is a smart,
safe way, to do it yourself.
installation with the proper measurements, the correct
frames, and full knowledge of all options and the
experience to catch problems before they happen will
ensure you have a truly custom looking shutter
the safe way.
Drapery Crafters
Shutter service includes
# Free Shop At Home
service with expert
In home advice
# See Large Shutter
samples on your
own windows
# See Pictures of
local homes we have
done (great for ideas )
# We measure & are
responsible for correct fit
# Expert Installation
# 1st year full service in
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Shutters limited lifetime
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we are Your local Drapery Crafters. with over 75 years combined experience
Service areas
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Downingtown, Chester County, Or Media, Delaware County
We service all Philadelphia Suburban areas including Malvern, Exton, Wayne, Haverford,
Drexel Hill, West Chester, Wilmington De., Kennett Sq., Oxford, Phoenixville / Norristown,
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The Deco frame, in the video above is the most popular choice for many windows you can install it over your existing frame if you don't have enough louver clearance.
or, it's really dramatic for a outside mount on windows that don't already have a frame
The - L frame above is the original frame that was used for outside mounted shutters. the deco frame in the top video has pretty much replaced it.
Under the right circumstance's it is still the best choice
this is where seeing the frames in your own home and getting some helpful advice from us. makes a big difference in getting a great looking custom shutter
The Hang strip can be used for outside mounted shutters it has a closer profile to your window frame but it's most common use. Is to install shutters inside the window.
it gives you more play to adjust the shutters. unfortunately you usually can't use it because it will stop you from being able to tilt your windows in.
Direct Mount,
If you can't use a hang strip due to your windows tilting in you are left with directly mounting the shutter into your window frame a lot of things have to be just right for that to work
the window needs to be straight and level within a 1/4 inch you still need some clearance on the sides. and the shutters have to have enough space out side the window to fold out of the way. if you need to install a direct mount . "We need to talk "
Before and after picture of a bay window using the deco frame 3 sides plus a bottom sill.
These sidelight shutters are mounted with
L frames on all four sides
This is the most popular style of shutter with a DECO FRAME
3 1/2 louvers, divider rails, and tilt rods Price for a 36" x 54"