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Building Storm Attractive-Effective Shutters
Mon Aug 22 2005 05:27 PM

We just completed a new home made of steel panels (see details: http://www.bibleseven.com

I saved the panel cutouts and want to build sandwich shutters using steel on both sides with something in between. Has anyone looked into the strength and cost of 1/4-1/2 inch Lexan? UV wouldn't be an issue as the Lexan would be covered. I an thinking that the steel and Lexan together should be very strong. True? What other non-wood materials might I consider?

On one window I am thinking of using extra thick UV resistant Lexan so we can see out during the storm. Anyone seen how well Lexan stands up in heavy weather? It would be on a North-facing window so direct sunlight would be minimal.

Also, what about hinges? I have some really heavy used brass hinges. I am planning three per side but have also considered continuous stainless steel piano hinges. Any experienced advice?

Thanks! doc

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Edited by SkeetoBite (Mon Aug 22 2005 10:45 PM)

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Building Storm Attractive-Effective Shutters	doc	Mon Aug 22 2005 05:27 PM
Re: Building Storm Attractive-Effective Shutters	Ed G	Tue Aug 23 2005 01:30 PM
Re: Building Storm Attractive-Effective Shutters	doc	Wed Aug 24 2005 03:28 PM
Re: Building Storm Attractive-Effective Shutters	doc	Wed Aug 24 2005 05:55 PM

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