How to replace fake vinyl shutters with authentic, operable versions

How to Hang New Shutters | This Old House · 3:08 · Video: This Old House · Watch at the source

In short: In this guide, Norm Abram and Tom Silva demonstrate how to upgrade a Charleston home by replacing decorative vinyl shutters with durable, functional alternatives made from fiberglass and PVC.

The video follows a renovation project for a homeowner named Angela in Charleston. To achieve a more authentic aesthetic, the experts move away from purely decorative, applied vinyl shutters. Instead, they install operable shutters constructed from high-quality, weather-resistant materials like PVC and fiberglass to ensure long-lasting durability.

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