Weatherwell Standard aluminium shutters are an exterior shutter product, ideal for outdoor areas of the home. Designed with clean lines, Weatherwell Standard is manufactured to be solid and durable to withstand outdoor weather or high-traffic areas.
Available in three blade sizes, L and Z frames and numerous installation options, Weatherwell Standard comes in a range of standard powder coat colours and timber wraps or can be custom coloured.
See Warranties for the complete list of warranty limits.
2. Maintenance
A common misconception is that corrosion or rust does not affect stainless steel. As a rule, stainless steel hardware and fittings are used to resist corrosion and rust, particularly in coastal areas.
Like any outdoor aluminium and stainless steel product, maintaining a cleaning schedule is essential for maximum resistance to corrosion and rust.
General Cleaning
Wipe over the shutters using a non-abrasive cloth or sponge with warm soapy water. A garden hose can be used by applying the same principles.
Concentrate on the areas where the stainless steel hardware is attached to the shutter.
Remove any salt residue, tannin stains caused by trees and any other marks created.
On completion of the cleaning process, spray a light film of silicone lubricant on any operational hardware such as the tracking system. Ensure these areas are fully dry prior to this application.
In non-coastal areas, we recommend cleaning aluminium shutters routinely every six months.
Coastal Cleaning Schedule
The following cleaning time frames are recommended for shutters installed in premises close to coastal or salt-water environments.
Corrosion Potential
Distance to Salt-water
Cleaning Schedule
Low
20 km radius
Every 6 months
Moderate
10 km radius
Every 3 months
High
1 km radius
Every 3 weeks
Extreme
500 m radius
Weekly
Blade Tensioning
Place a Phillips head screwdriver on the screw that attaches the control rod to the blade and tighten half a turn. Do this on a couple of blades, not all blades. Continue until desired tension is achieved. Be careful not to over-tension the blade drive as this is not covered under warranty.
3. Weight, Fire & Wind Ratings
Information coming soon.
4. Colours
Standard Colours
A100 White
A103 Pearl
A108 Silver
A107 Black
Powder coat paint with a 40% satin finish
The blade end cap colour will match the shutter colour
Cost is included in the SQM price
Timber Wrap Colours
A203 Golden Oak
A300 TexturedWalnut
Laminated timber look wrap with a 40% satin finish
The walnut is a textured matt finish.
The blade end cap will be powder coated to best match the timber wrap
The timber wrap is applied to u channels, panels, the outer side of the angles (50×18 and 25×25) and L frames. Everything else, including Z frames, is powder coated to best match the timber wrap colour.
Cost is surcharged
Custom Colours
The factory can custom colour a Weatherwell Standard shutter by colour matching to Dulux’s Duralloy Range or by colour matching to a colour chip or sample.
Powder coat paint with a 40% satin finish
The blade end cap will be powder coated to best match the custom colour.
Solid colours only – no aluminium fleck or shimmer
Cost is surcharged
1. Colour match to the Dulux Duralloy Range
Select a colour from the Architectural Colour Selector – Duralloy Range and add the colour name and code when placing the order. There is no need to provide a colour chip or sample if choosing from the Dulux Duralloy Range.
2. Colour match to a colour chip or colour sample
Post a colour chip or sample to the TWO Head Office. Our team will then forward the sample to the factory to colour match. Please allow an additional two weeks lead time. Make sure to include with your colour chip sample your business name, customer name and order number.
Click here to learn the do's and don'ts of supplying samples.
Do you require a return sample?
If you would like a return custom colour sample from the factory for your customer's approval, you can request a ‘return sample'. Please allow an additional 3-4 weeks lead time for samples to send across and back for your approval.
Cost is surcharged
5. Blades
Blade Size & Type
64mm, 89mm, 114mm
Elliptical only
Material
Hollow aluminium extrusions
Aluminium end caps are powder coated to match the colour of the shutter
Cost
Included in the SQM price
64mm Blade (A3001)
89mm Blade (A3002)
114mm Blade (A3003)
Dual Tilt Rods are mandatory with the 114mm blade size for extra structural support.
Factory Drawing
If the factory provides a drawing of your order, check it shows the correct blade size and type that was ordered.
6. Stiles
Stile Size & Type
60mm Beaded
Material
Hollow aluminium extrusions
Plastic caps inserted at the top and bottom. The cap colour is available in black, white or cream. The factory selects the most suitable colour for the shutter order.
Cost
Included in the SQM price
60mm Beaded Stile (A1011)
Factory Drawing
In a Weatherwell Standard factory drawing, the factory generally will not include the stile size as the product only offers a 60mm beaded stile.
7. Top & Bottom Rails
Rail Sizes & Type
78mm main rail
85mm adjustable large
50mm adjustable small
Material
Hollow aluminium extrusions
Weatherwell’s top and bottom rail sizes are adjustable to accommodate the height of the opening and the blade size selected. The factory starts with the 78mm Main Rail (used as the top rail) and if required, increases the rail size by adding small or large adjustable rails.
The minimum rail height is 78mm.
The maximum rail height is 147mm.
Cost
Included in the SQM price
78mm Main Rail (A2011)
Usually used as the top rail
78mm includes the lip
85mm Large Adjustable Rail (A2042)
Can be used for top or bottom depending on whether a critical mid-rail is selected.
50mm Small Adjustable Rail (A2041)
Can be used for top or bottom depending on whether a critical mid-rail is selected.
How to Order
The factory will determine the top and bottom rails based on the height of the opening, blade size and if there is a mid-rail.
Factory Drawing
In a Weatherwell Standard factory drawing, check you are happy with the top and bottom rail heights.
8. Midrail
Midrail Size & Type
90mm
Material
Hollow aluminium extrusions
Cost
Included in the SQM price
Warranty Limitations
Depending on the panel’s height, midrails may be required for structural integrity.
Measure from the bottom of the opening to the mid-point of where you would like the midrail to sit.
The factory may standardly alter the midrail height to balance the top and bottom rail heights (within + or – one blade size).
Select “Critical Midrail” in Special Instructions to request that the midrail height is not adjusted.
An alternative option is “Critical Mid rail + or – 20mm”. This option will allow the factory to adjust the mid rail automatically (within 20mm +/-) to ensure the top and bottom rails are within workable limits. Selecting a critical midrail position allowing for a 20mm +/- adjustment means the factory will not need to ask for approval from you, and you will not need to request a drawing, speeding up the order process.
Factory Drawing
If the factory provides a drawing of your order, check the midrail position is to your satisfaction.
9. Control Rod
Control Rod Type
Euro Clearview only
Available for 64mm, 89mm and 114mm blade sizes
Dual control rods are standardly supplied for 114mm blade sizes for extra support.
For an additional surcharge, dual control rods are available for 64mm and 89mm blade sizes.
Material
Aluminium
Cost
Included in the SQM price
Warranty Limitations
To keep panels within warranty, the factory will split the control rods based on the following height limits.
64mm Blade - Height 1000mm / 20 blades
89mm Blade - Height 1200mm / 13 blades
114mm Blade - Height 1200mm / 10 blades
Factory Drawing
If the factory provides a drawing of your order, check the control rods, indicated by the green dotted line, are in the correct position. A split control rod will show a gap between the green dotted line.
10. D Mould
Material
Solid aluminium strip
Cost
Included in the SQM price
Standard D Mould (A1051)
How to order
Request a D Mould when you choose the panel configuration.
For example, on a two-panel hinged installation a LD-R configuration means the D Mould is required on the left panel.For a L-DR configuration, the D mould is required on the right panel.
Deductions
With a D Mould, there is a 5mm deduction between the panels on a two-panel hinged installation.
11. Hinges
Material
Stainless steel
Colour
Stainless steel
Cost
Included in the SQM price
Non-Mortise Hinge
Non-Mortise Hinges are the most commonly used for shutters; they are surface-mounted to the panel/frame or panel/opening.
These hinges consist of 2 stainless steel plates that are joined together with a simple pin. The hinges are positioned on the sides of the panels, which allows the panels to open and close.
Bi-Fold Hinge
Bi-folding hinges are non-mortised hinges but smaller in depth so that the hinge is not visible from the front.
Pivot Hinge
A pivot hinge allows a panel to pivot from a single point at the top and bottom of the shutter.
Factory Drawing
Hinges are generally not visible in factory drawings and will be supplied based on the panel configuration selected.
Deductions
Non-Mortise Hinge 2.5mm per hinge
Bi-Fold Hinge 2.5mm per hinge
Pivot Hinge Reveal Mount - Recessed 3.5mm per hinge (7mm from the panel height)
Reveal Mount - Non-recessed 7mm per hinge (14mm from the panel height)
Face Mount - Recessed 0mm per hinge (0mm from the panel height)
Face Mount - Non-recessed 0mm per hinge (0mm from the panel height)
12. T-Post
Material
Hollow aluminium extrusion
Maximum Length
6000mm
Cost
Included in the SQM price
Beaded T-post (A4026)
How to Measure
Measure from the left side of the opening to where the centre of the T-post would sit.
If there are multiple T-posts, always work from the left-hand side of the opening to the centre of the T-post.
Deductions
The thickness of the T-post is deducted from the overall width to determine the size of each panel. This measurement is 19mm per T-post.
Factory Drawing
If the factory provides a drawing of your order check the configuration where the T Post sits, indicated by a red dotted line, and measurements are correct.
13. Alternative Corner Post Option
When installing shutters in a corner window, a corner post is typically used.
Weatherwell Standard has no Corner Post to suit this opening style; however, we have devised an alternative solution.
Butting up L frames together and adding an angle or 50×50 post along the back to connect the L frames creates a corner post option.
The 50x50 post is standardly supplied unless you request an angle.
Material
The 50x50 post is a hollow aluminium extrusion.
The angle is a solid aluminium extrusion.
Maximum Length
The angle used as the corner post alternative is 6000mm.
Cost
Included in the SQM price
Deductions
Reveal Mount - Between the reveal and the frame is 2mm per side.
Face Mount - Add the thickness of the L frame (35mm) and any other measurements required.
Factory Drawing
The factory provides a front, top and side view drawing of the corner shutter. Corner post alternatives are visible top view drawing, indicated in yellow.
14. Alternative Bay Post Option
A Bay Window is the combination of three or more windows that angle out beyond the exterior wall forming a bay. Weatherwell Standard does not have a Bay Post to suit this opening style; however, the Factory and TWO have devised an alternative solution.
Butting up L frames together and adding an angle along the back of the frames to connect the frames creates a bay-post-like installation.
Material
The angle is solid aluminium.
Cost
Included in the SQM price.
Deductions
Reveal Mount: between the reveal and the frame is 2mm per side.
Face Mount: add the thickness of the L frame (35mm) and any other measurements required.
Factory Drawing
The factory provides a front, top and side view drawing of the shutter. Bay post alternatives are visible in the front view and top view drawing.
15. Installation Panel Configurations
Panel configurations are the different ways a shutter can be assembled. Our factory relies on panel configuration codes in order to manufacture the shutters according to your order.
The following lists the codes and their descriptions per installation type.
Codes for Hinged (with or without a frame)
L = Left-Hinged Panel
R = Right-Hinged Panel
T = T-post
C = Corner (Alternative Corner Post)
B = Bay (Alternative Bay Post)
D = D-mould
Codes for Panel Only
F = Fixed (Tilt rod is standardly supplied on the left side of the panel)
L = Panel only with tilt rod on the left side of the panel
R = Panel only with tilt rod on the right side of the panel
Codes for Fixed
F = Fixed Panel
H = H-section
Codes for Sliding
F = Front
M = Middle
B = Back
Codes for Multi-fold
L = Fold Left
R = Fold Right
Working out the configuration
Left to Right - Codes are read by the factory from the left-hand side of the opening to the right-hand side. For example, a Hinged in Frame installation with two panels would have a configuration code of L-R-2. The L stands for Left-Hinged Panel, the R stands for Right-Hinged Panel and the 2 indicates 2 panels. If you wanted a D mould on the Right-hinged panel, then the configuration would be L-DR-2. Whereby the D next to the R indicates the D-mould on the Right Panel.
Hypen - A Hyphen within the configuration indicates the panels need to operate independently from each other. This is not required if the panels are together or if there is a H section or T Post between the panels.
16. Hinged No Frame
Hinged No Frame means the panel is fixed to the opening with hinges.
Material
Hinges – Stainless steel
Cost
Included in the SQM price.
Non-Mortise Hinge
Non-Mortise Hinges are the most commonly used for shutters; they are surface-mounted to the panel/opening. These hinges consist of 2 metal plates that are joined together with a simple pin.
The hinges are standardly positioned on the sides of the panels, which allows the panels to open and close.
Panel Height
Hinge Quantity
<1220mm
2
1220mm - 1980mm
3
1980mm - 2440mm
4
Bi-Fold Hinge
Bi-folding hinges are just like non-mortise hinges but slightly smaller as they are between 2 panels that are joined together. The hinge knuckle is on the back of the two panels so that the panels can stack against one another.
Pivot Hinge
A pivot hinge allows a panel to pivot from a single point at the top and bottom of the shutter.
Magnets and Striker Plates
The factory will standardly supply a round striker plate attached to the back corner, opposite side to the hinge of each panel, and a magnet with housing. The magnet housing is installed to the opening so that when the shutters are closed, the striker plate catches onto the magnet to keep them secured shut.
How to Measure
Note: Be sure to always measure from the front of the most protruding object in the reveal.
Reveal Mount
Suitable for: Non-Mortise Hinge and Pivot Hinge. Ensure your window suits the minimum reveal depth requirements below.
Measure the exact width of the inside of your window across the top, middle and bottom. The smallest measurement is the width measurement we suggest you choose so that the shutters will fit inside the window.
Measure the exact inside height of the window across the left, middle and right sides. The smallest measurement is the height measurement we suggest you choose so that the shutters will fit inside the window.
Face Mount
Suitable for: Pivot Hinge The reason that pivot hinges are suitable for Face Mount as a Non-mortise hinge wouldn’t have anything to attach to.
Deductions
Non-Mortise Hinge 2.5mm per hinge
Pivot Hinge Reveal Mount, Recessed = 3.5mm per hinge (7mm from the panel height) Reveal Mount, Non-recessed = 7mm per hinge (14mm from the panel height) Face Mount, Recessed = 3.5mm per hinge (0mm from the panel height) Face Mount, Non-recessed = 0mm per hinge (0mm from the panel height)
Non-Mortise Hinge Non-Mortise hinges are not visible in a Factory drawing; however, they will be supplied based on the panel configuration.
Bi-Fold Hinge Bi-Folding hinges are not visible in a Factory drawing; however, they will be supplied based on the panel configuration.
Pivot Hinge Pivot hinges are not visible in a Factory drawing; however, the deductions are shown based on the order selection.
17. Hinged in Z Frame
A Z-frame, as its name suggests, is in the shape of the letter 'Z'. Used in a recess fit, part of the Z sits inside the window, while the other part creates a lip around the window. This ensures a clean frame around your window, preventing any light bleed.
Z frames are most commonly used for out-of-square windows and can only be installed inside the reveal.
Material
Hollow aluminium
Maximum Lengths
The maximum length of a Z frame is 6000mm. For lengths greater than 6000mm, the frames will be cut in half or joined at an intersecting point.
Cost
Included in sqm price
Flush Mount Z Frame (A4028)
This frame is only available in Textured Walnut when ordering Timber Wrap Grain.
Standard Z Frame (A4027)
The Timber Wrap Grain is unavailable with this frame.
Magnets and Striker Plates
The factory will standard supply a round striker plate attached to the back corner, opposite side to the hinge of each panel, and a magnet with housing. The magnet housing is installed to the frame so that when the shutters are closed the striker plate catches onto the magnet to keep them secured shut.
How to Measure Reveal Mount
Note: Reveal Mount is the only option available for a Z Frame.
Note: Be sure to always measure front the most protruding object in the reveal.
Measure the exact width of the inside of your window across the top, middle and bottom. The smallest measurement is the width measurement we suggest you choose so that the shutters will fit inside the window.
Measure the exact inside height of the window across the left, middle and right sides. The smallest measurement is the height measurement we suggest you choose so that the shutters will fit inside the window.
4-Sided Frame
When a 4-sided frame is selected, the frame will be supplied for all four sides (Top, Bottom, Left and Right).
3-Sided Frame
When a 3-sided frame is selected, the factory will standardly supply the frame for the Top, Left and Right sides unless specified otherwise in the notes section.
3-sided frames are usually requested for doorways. If this is the case, you require the panel to be less in height to allow the carpet stopper; select 10mm door clearance in special instructions and the factory will automatically deduction 10mm from the bottom of the panel.
Sill Plate
Sill plates are ordered with a Z frame installation. The Z frame lip overlaps the window architrave; however, there might be a side or sides of the opening which cannot have the z frame lip. In this case, a sill plate is required. A sill plate is essentially an L frame or the Z frame with the lip cut off.
Deductions
Flush Mount Z Frame 2mm between the frame and the opening.
Standard Z Frame 2mm between the frame and the opening.
The factory provides a front and side view drawing of the shutters. Z frames surround the panels in the front view drawing.
See red dotted line inside (inside of the architrave) to show the thickness of the frame.
18. Hinged in L Frame
The L Frame can be used to inside or outside mount your shutter.
An outside mount L-frame will project into the room further than an inside mount.
Maximum Length
The maximum length of an L frame is 6000mm. For lengths greater than 6000mm, the frames will be cut in half or joined at an intersecting point.
Cost
Included in the SQM price
Beaded L 50mm Frame (A4025)
4-Sided Frame When a 4-sided frame is selected, the frame will be supplied for all four sides (Top, Bottom, Left and Right).
3-Sided Frame When a 3-sided frame is selected, the factory will standardly supply the frame for the Top, Left and Right sides unless specified otherwise in the notes section.3-sided frames are usually requested for doorways. If this is the case, you require the panel to be less in height to allow the carpet stopper; select 10mm door clearance in special instructions and the factory will automatically deduct 10mm from the bottom of the panel.
Sill Plate
A sill plate is not an option, as an L frame is technically a sill plate.
Frame Build-Out To allow for full blade rotation on an outside mount L frame, you can request a frame build-out, which includes a U-channel attached to the back of the frame.
64mm & 89mm blades - 25mm x 34mm U channel is used
114mm blade - 50mm x 34mm U channel is used
Note: The maximum length of Frame Build-out is 6000mm. For lengths greater than 6000mm, the build-out will be cut in half.
Magnets & Striker Plates
The factory will standardly supply a round striker plate attached to the back corner, opposite side to the hinge of each panel, and a magnet with housing. The magnet housing is installed to the frame so that when the shutters are closed the striker plate catches onto the magnet to keep them secured shut.
Deductions
Beaded L 50mm Frame – Reveal Mount 2mm between the frame and the opening.
The factory provides a front and side view drawing of the shutters. L frames surround the panels in the front view drawing.
19. Fixed
A Fixed Installation refers to installing panels that cannot be opened or closed. The blades will function normally, but the panel will be secured in place using channels.
Maximum Length
The maximum length of the channels, angles and H-section is 6000mm. For lengths greater than 6000mm, the length will be cut in half.
Cost
Included in the SQM price.
Top U Channel used with H-section (A4015)
Bottom U Channel used with H-section (A4016)
Top U Channel Used without H-section (A4017)
Bottom U Channel Used without H-section (A4018) Also known as the side channel.
H-section (A4008)
25x25 Angle (A4007)
25x10 Angle (A4014)
50x50 Angle (A4010)
50x18 Angle (A6040)
51x76 Angle (A4100)
Fixed in Channel Installation Methods
Fixed in Channel is only available in a Reveal Mount.
The following Fixed in Channel Installation Methods are available:
U Channels on All Sides
U Channels Top and Bottom Only
U Channels with Angle Front and Back
U Channel with Front Angle Only
If choosing U Channels on All Sides, please be aware that this method is only recommended if you are side-fitting the panel. If you do select this option, the system will request confirmation to ensure this is ordered correctly.
Deductions
Height 30mm is deducted from the panel height so that the panel can be lifted into the Top channel and dropped into the bottom channel without falling out.
Width Between the Outer Panels and the Sides Side Channels: 15mm per side Side Angles: 5mm per side Nothing on the sides: 2mm per side
Between panels with an H section 1 H section = 25mm deduction 2 H sections = 14mm deduction per H section ((25+3)➗2) 3 H sections = 10.3mm deduction per H section ((25+3+3)➗3) 4 H sections = 8.5mm deduction per H section ((25+3+3+3)➗4)
If a drawing is requested, the factory provides a front and side view of the shutters. The Channels and Angles are not visible; however, you can identify what is used by the deductions shown on the drawing. Please check measurements and deductions are correct.
The front view drawing will show the overall width and height of the opening and the deductions along the sides in red.
The side view drawing will show the panel height once the height deduction has been made.
20. Multi-Fold
A Multi-fold installation is multiple panels moving along a tracking system folding to one or either side.
There are two types of folds:
Standard Fold - When standing in front of the shutters, the shutters will fold open towards you.
Reverse Fold - When standing in front of the shutters, the shutters will fold open away from you.
Cost
Included in the SQM price.
Tracking
Top Track (A6001)
Surface Mounted Bottom Track (A6002)
Recessed Bottom Track (7014)
115mm Headboard (A6101) The A6101 headboard is standardly supplied when a Multi-Fold Face Mount is selected.
150mm Headboard (A6102)
190mm Headboard (A6103)
Reveal & Face Mount Installation
Both types of mounts can have a headboard.
However, Tracks Only can only be installed in a reveal mount with a double-sided fascia using L Angles (no headboard).
Deductions
Face Mount Width 0mm is deducted from the width, the measurement entered into the system is from the first start of the first panel to the end of the last panel. (Sideboards and pelmet returns are not included, they are added on).
Height The panel height deductions are based on the top track and bottom track selections, which are listed below. The headboard is not included in the height entered into the system (measured to the underside of the headboard)
Reveal Mount Width 7mm from the width of the panels is deducted if folding one way (5mm for pivot + 2mm clearance), 10mm from the width of the panels is deducted if folding left and right (5mm for each side for pivot) Hinge deductions per hinges that are between panels and 2.5mm between meeting panels.
Height The panel height deductions are based on the top track and bottom track selections, which are listed below. The headboard is included in the height entered into the system (measured to the top of the headboard)
Top Track + Wheel Carrier 52mm is deducted from the panel height for the top track and wheel carrier.
Surface Mounted Bottom Track 20mm is deducted from the panel height to allow clearance for the surface-mounted bottom track and the components between the track and panel.
Recessed Bottom Track 28mm is deducted from the panel height to allow clearance for the surface-mounted bottom track and the components between the track and panel.
Bottom Pivot Point 20mm is deducted from the panel height to allow for the multi-fold pivot point.
The factory provides a front, side and top view drawing of the shutters. Multi-fold installations are identified in the front and top view drawings.
The front view drawing shows the deductions and the panels, whereas the top view drawing shows the layout of the panels.
21. Sliding
A Sliding Shutter installation allows the shutters to slide from one side to the other. Suitable for balconies and sliding doors.
Cost
Included in the SQM price
Tracking & Headboards
Top Track (A6001)
Surface Mounted Bottom Track (A6002)
Recessed Bottom Track (7014)
Double Sided Fascia (A6040)
115mm Headboard (A6101) This headboard suits all sliding blades closed.
150mm Headboard (A6102) This headboard suits 64mm blades sliding open.
190mm Headboard (A6103) This headboard suits 89mm blades sliding open.
Reveal &Face Mount Installation Both types of mounts can have a headboard.
However, Tracks Only can only be installed in a reveal mount with a double-sided fascia using L Angles (no headboard).
For a Face Mount installation, a 40×40 Aluminium Angle will be supplied to suit the width to fix the headboard to the opening. It is recommended that headboard brackets are also ordered for additional mounting support.
Deductions
Face Mount Width 0mm is deducted from the width, the measurement entered into the system is from the first start of the fist panel to the end of the last panel. (Sideboards and pelmet returns are not included, they are added on).
Height The panel height deductions are based on the top track and bottom track selections which are listed below. The headboard is not included in the height entered into the system (measured to the underside of the headboard).
Reveal Mount Width 0mm is deducted from the width, the measurement entered into the system is from the first start of the first panel to the end of the last panel.
Height The panel height deductions are based on the top track and bottom track selections, which are listed below. The headboard is included in the height entered into the system (measured to the top of the headboard).
Top Track + Wheel Carrier 52mm is deducted from the panel height for the top track and wheel carrier.
Surface Mounted Bottom Track 20mm is deducted from the panel height to allow clearance for the surface-mounted bottom track and the components between the track and panel.
Recessed Bottom Track 28mm is deducted from the panel height to allow clearance for the surface-mounted bottom track and the components between the track and panel.
Bottom Pivot Point 20mm is deducted from the panel height to allow for the multi-fold pivot point.
Panel Overlap
The factory standardly adds extra width to each panel for a Sliding configuration. This is so there is less light bleed between the panels.
Panels: Width + the overlap, which is the stile minus 10mm per overlap, then divided by the number of overlaps. If there are sub widths, this needs to be calculated accordingly.
The factory provides a front, side and top view drawing of the shutters. Sliding installation is identified in the front and top view drawings.
The front view drawing shows the deductions and the panels, whereas the top view drawing shows the layout of the panels.
22. Tier-on-tier
Tier-on-tier shutters are designed to allow you to open the top section of the shutter panels and the bottom section of the shutter panels independently from one another.
You can allocate the split height between the top and bottom sections, measured from the bottom up.
Cost
Included in the SQM price
Tier-on-tier – Split only
The panels will be supplied one above the other without anything in between. There will be a 2mm gap between the panels.
Tier-on-tier – Horizontal T-post
The panels will be supplied one above the other with a Horizontal T-post between the two.
23. Shapes
Shaped Shutters are designed to fit sloped openings.
The blades in the sloped section are fixed closed, whereas the blades beneath the slope are operable. The factory fixes the blades closed as the standard end caps will not fit the blades once they are cut to the angle required.
To ensure correct manufacture, mandatory drawings will be provided by the factory for approval.
Cost
Surcharged per opening
Slope Left
Slope Right
Installation Methods
Fixed in U channel
Hinged in Frame
Hinged in No frame
Panel Only
24. Flush Bolt
Flush bolts are used to secure a panel or a pair of panels into a bottom track, frame or floor. They are positioned inside the stile, and when the lever at the front of the stile is pushed up or down, the bolt inside the stile will extend or retract.
Flush bolts are mandatory with Weatherwell Multifold. The factory will determine the colour and location unless specified. Please note that flush bolts cannot be fitted to the stiles of the panels where the hardware is attached to the tracking system.
Material
Cast Iron
Cost
Included in the SQM price when a multi-fold is ordered. Otherwise surcharged.
Colours
White (A9400)
Silver (A9401)
Black (A9402)
Installation Methods
Hinged in Frame
Hinged No Frame
Multi-fold (Only to the bottom of the panels)
Panel Only
Factory Drawing
The factory provides a front and side view drawing of the shutters. The flush bolts are shown in the front view drawing.
25. Double Shoot Bolt
Double Shoot Bolts secure a panel or a pair of panels into a bottom track, frame or opening. When the key is turned, the bolts inside the stile extend upwards and downwards, and when the key is turned back, the rods retract. The mechanism is inside the stile, and the keyhole and cap are visible on the exterior of the stile.
The default position of a double shute bolt is the centre of the height of the stile unless specified in the notes.
Available with a key lock only, with all the openings standardly keyed for each order.
Material
Cast Iron
Cost
Surcharged.
Colours
Silver (A9300)
White (A9301)
Black (A9302)
Installation Methods
Hinged in Frame
Hinged No Frame
Multi-fold (Only reaches the bottom track, will not reach the top track).
Panel Only
Factory Drawing
The factory provides a front and side view drawing of the shutters. The Double Shoot Bolts are shown in the front view drawing.
26. Security Bolt
Security Bolts are used to secure a panel into a frame or opening. The locking mechanism is inside the stile, with the cap and the keyhole visible on the exterior of the stile. The key used is universal and in the shape of a star.
The Security bolt can be positioned at the top and/or bottom of the stiles.
Material
Stainless Steel and Nylon.
Cost
Surcharged.
Colours
Silver with blue key (code)
Installation Methods
Hinged in Frame
Hinged No Frame
Panel Only
Factory Drawing
The Security Bolts are shown in the front view drawing.
27. Lockable Handle
A Lockable Handle is a secure mechanical lock fitted to the panel. It has a key and it can be deadlocked.
When a fly-screen unit is ordered, a midrail is mandatory, with a lockable handle having one blade below and one blade above the midrail fixed closed so that the handle can move without interference from the blades.
Lockable handles are mainly ordered in a single-panel configuration, where the nib is extended into the frame. If two panels that meet require a lockable handle, ensure that the panel without the handle has a way to be secured in place.
Material
Aluminium
Cost
Surcharged.
Colours
Black (A9202)
White (A9201)
Black and white handles will come standard with a black internal plate.
Installation Methods
Hinged in Frame
Hinged No Frame
Panel Only
Factory Drawing
The Lockable Handle is shown in the front view drawing.
28. Blade Stay
A blade stay is a mechanism positioned at the end of the blade to lock the blades in four different positions.
Blade stays are positioned on the front of the shutters.
If there is a split rotation or a midrail, a blade stay would be required for each bank of blades to lock each section independently.
If there is an uneven number of blades, the factory will default to adding the extra blade to the lower section.
Material
Stainless Steel and Nylon.
Cost
Surcharged.
Colours
Black (Code)
White (Code)
Installation Methods
Hinged in Frame
Hinged No Frame
Multi-Fold
Sliding
Fixed
Panel Only
Factory Drawing
The Blade Stay is shown in the front view drawing.
29. Aluminium Angles & Flat Bar
The 25x25mm and the 25x10mm angles are supplied with the Fixed in U channel installation, depending on the order requirements. Other angles can be used for multiple purposes, such as covering a gap or as a fixing strip etc.
These and the 50x3mm Flat bar are there to help you with your installation requirements.
Material
Solid aluminium extrusion
Cost
Surcharged
Maximum Length
6000mm
For a length greater than 6000mm, the angle or flat bar will be cut in half.
Colours
Powder-coated to match
Angle: 25×25 (A4007)
Angle: 25×10 (A4014)
Angle: 50×18 (A6040)
50x50 Angle (A4010)
Angle: 51×76 (A4100)
Flat Bar: 50×3 (A4002)
30. Headboard Bracket
To provide stability and support for a face fit Sliding or Multi-fold installation. A headboard bracket is secured to the opening and the headboard.
Material
Powder coated steel
Cost
Surcharged.
Colours
White.
75mm
100mm
135mm
180mm
31. Stand Out Bracket
Stand Out Brackets are installed on the exterior of a building. They allow the panels to be positioned in front of an opening; however not directly attached as the brackets bring the panel forward.
Material
Hollow and solid aluminium extrusion.
Powder coated to match.
Cost
Surcharged.
Maximum Length
The maximum length of the frame build-out for Option A (going along the back of the shutters) is 6000mm.
Colours
Powder coated to match.
Stand Out Bracket
50x50 Post (A4050)
Corner Section (A4049)
Foot (A4048)
Concealed Foot (A4048S)
32. Fly-screen Units
A Fly-screen unit is attached to the back of a panel to prevent insects from entering the home. There is enough clearance for the blades to operate.
If a fly-screen unit is ordered in addition to a lockable handle, one blade above and one below the handle will be fixed in the closed position to allow for the operation of the handle.
The fly-screen unit will need to be split into two sections, above and below the handle.
The units are supplied pre-assembled.
Material
Aluminium extrusion with fibre glass mesh
Aluminium extrusion with aluminium mesh
Cost
Surcharged.
Colours
Aluminium extrusion comes in white or black. Determined by the factory.
Black fibre glass mesh.
Black powder coated aluminium mesh
Fly-screen Unit with Fibre-glass Mesh
The fibre-glass mesh is secured to the aluminium extrusion with a fly-screen rubber spline.
Fly-screen Unit with Aluminium Mesh
The aluminium mesh is secured to the aluminium extrusion with pop rivets.
Maximum size is 1000x2500mm.
This unit is not a security screen.
Installation Methods
Fixed in U channel
Hinged in Frame
Hinged in No frame
Panel Only
Factory Drawing
Fly-screen Units are not shown in the factory drawings. The factory will supply the units based on the order.
33. Pre-Drill Frames
The factory can pre-drill countersunk holes into the frames to speed up the installation process.
The first drill hole will be 10mm in diameter, and a cap will be supplied to hide the screw. The second hole will be 4mm in diameter for the screw fixing.
Cost
Included in the SQM price.
Side Frames
The pre-drilled holes will be placed 250mm from the mitres and in the centre.
Top and Bottom Frames
If the top and bottom frame length is greater than 1000mm, a hole will be drilled at the centre point.
34. Cupboard Catch
The cupboard catch is designed to hold doors firmly from swinging open during windy conditions.
The factory will allocate the quantity if this option is selected.
Material
Plastic
Fixed with a stainless steel screw
Colour
White
Cost
Included in the SQM price
35. Universal Pull Stick
Open and close shutters blades that are out of reach with ease using the universal pull stick.
