Exterior PVC Bahama Shutters

  • PVC Bahama shutters perfect for installation on tropical homes.
  • Outdoor Bahama PVC shutter tilt view.
  • Exterior Bahama PVC shutter zoom view.
  • Front view of a full width PVC exterior shutter installed on an outdoor window.
  • PVC Bahama shutter in an open position held by a top hinge and support arms.
  • Silver aluminum top hinge of a Bahama shutter.
  • Support arm holding a PVC Bermuda shutter in an open position.
  • Inside view of an open PVC outdoor window shutter.
  • PVC Bahama shutter shading a window from full afternoon sun.
  • PVC bahama exterior window shutters extended away from a brick house.
  • Blue PVC Bahama shutters supported with shutter stays and a top hinge.
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Description

Exterior Bahama shutters are a signature feature in tropical regions and along the southern coast of the United States. Hinged at the top of the window, they lift and angle outward with the help of support arms mounted at the base of the opening. PVC Bahama shutters can also be closed to moderately help protect windows during tropical storms.

Bahama shutters are a wider variation of standard PVC louver shutters. Vertical supports, called sub-stiles, allow them to span the full width of a window. Their open-louver design promotes ventilation while shielding interiors from direct sunlight, making them both functional and energy-efficient in sunny climates.

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  • Production timeCurrent production time:
    Approximately 5-7 weeksInfo

  • ShippingFree shipping on most sizesInfo

  • 4.5 stars500+ Reviews (4.8)Info

How to Measure

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How to Install

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Dimensions

  • Width

    16 – 60″ in 0.25″ increments

  • Height

    18 – 95″ in 0.25″ increments

  • Louvers

    1.625” louvers
    Spaced on 1.3125″ centers
    0.3125″ thick
    Fixed 25° angle
    0.25″ space between louvers

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  • Side Stiles

    2.5″ wide
    Metal support strips inserted in stiles on shutters over 84″ in height – visible on back

  • Sub-Stile(s)

    2.5″ wide

    Shutter width:
    No sub-stile: 16 – 27″
    1 sub-stile: 24 – 50″
    2 sub-stiles: 36 – 60″
    3 sub-stiles: 48 – 60″
    4 sub-stiles: 60″
    See below

  • Top Rail

    2.75” on front, 2.5” on back
    Rabbeted to reduce gap between rail and top louver

  • Divider Rail

    2.5” on front and back
    Rabbeted to reduce gap between rail and louvers
    Optional under 90″
    Division Point:
    Bottom of shutter to center of divider
    Second divider rail available (+$)
    See below

  • Bottom Rail

    2.875″ – 4.1875″ on front
    3.125″ – 4.4375″ on back
    Rabbeted to reduce gap between rail and bottom louver

  • Shutter Depth

    1.25″ thick

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Construction of PVC Louver Shutters

ShutterLand exterior PVC Bahama shutters are engineered to enhance homes in coastal and southern climates, where intense sun and high humidity are common. PVC’s natural resistance to UV damage and moisture makes it an ideal material for these demanding environments. For maximum strength, stiles and rails are both glued and screwed together, creating a rigid, long-lasting frame. Thin metal rods are incorporated in larger shutters for additional strength and may be slightly visible on the back. Even if moisture contacts the surface, it is completely repelled, ensuring the shutters will not warp, rot, or absorb water.

The louvers are precision-crafted from PVC, measuring 0.3125″ thick and 1.625″ wide. Each slat is suspended between the vertical stiles, set at a 25° angle. Louvers are placed on 1.3125″ centers, giving them a slight horizontal overlap that blocks direct visibility when viewed head-on in the closed position. When the shutters are propped open, the 0.25″ gap between louvers allows for clear outward visibility.

To ensure a tight, finished fit, the top, bottom, and divider rails are rabbeted so the louvers nest seamlessly without gaps. For wider shutters, sub-stiles are incorporated to maintain structural integrity, with the number of sub-stiles determined by the overall width selected.

Pros

+ Can be installed with functional hinges
+ Solid components
+ Impeccable strength
+ Remarkable durability
+ Abrasion resistant
+ Weatherproof
+ Impervious to moisture
+ Full range of sizes available
+ Unlimited paint colors
+ Historically accurate
+ Long life expectancy
+ Straight / Smooth components
+ Low-maintenance
+ Quick 5-7 weeks production time
+ Free shipping

Cons

– Heavier than wood
– Priced slightly more than premium wood
– Cannot be stained

Bahama Shutters – Width and Height

Measuring for Bahama shutters is straightforward. Written and video instructions provide the needed steps to make the process easy.

Bermuda Shutters – Sub-stiles

Bahama shutters can feature a hallmark vertical separation that divides the panel into multiple horizontal banks of louvers. This separation, called a vertical sub-stile, provides the structure needed to build shutters wider than a standard louvered shutter. Sub-stiles resemble the vertical stiles on the left and right edges of the shutter, blending seamlessly into the design. For wider PVC Bahama shutters, more than one sub-stile may be required to ensure proper construction and appearance.

Bahama shutter with no sub-stiles.No Sub-Stile
Shutter Width: 16 – 27″
One sub-stile on exterior Bermuda shutter.
One Sub-Stile
Shutter Width: 24 – 50″
Two sub stiles on outdoor Bermuda shutter.Two Sub-Stiles
Shutter Width: 36 – 60″
Outdoor Bermuda shutter with 3 vertical sub stiles.Three Sub-Stiles
Shutter Width: 48 – 60″
Wide outdoor Bahama shutter with 4 vertical sub stiles.Four Sub-Stiles
Shutter Width: 60″

Louvered Shutter Divider Rail

A horizontal divider rail separates the louvers into two vertical sections. A divider rail is optional on PVC louver Bahama shutters shorter than 90 inches. The divider rail can be located in the center of the shutter or at a custom location. A second divider can be added to create three louver areas. Many Bermuda shutters are ordered without a divider rail to preserve clear sight lines, but ShutterLand can manufacture them to any of the available configurations.

One custom divider rail on louvered shutter.Divider Rail (Optional):
Measure from the bottom of the shutter to the desired center of the divider rail.
The actual location of the divider rail may be slightly higher or lower than requested. The number of louvers will dictate the final placement.

Bahama Hinges

Silver aluminum Bahama-style hinges span the width of the shutter and suspend it in front of the window. Bahama hinges pivot, allowing the exterior shutters to open from the bottom. There are three styles from which to select based on the window type. The shutter hinge choice will be made in the Bahama shutter measuring procedure.

Standard depth Bahama hinge diagram for pvc shutters.Standard Hinge
PVC shutters are 1.25”, leaving 0.25” clearance behind the shutter.
Deep Bahama hinge diagram for pvc shutters.Deep Top Hinge
Gives 1.125” margin for wood shutters.
Top mount flat Bahama hinge diagram for pvc shutters.Flat Top Hinge
Deep windows that can accommodate the shutter to nest inside the opening. The hinge screws to the header.

Bahama Shutter Support Arms

Support arms traverse the space between the window and the open shutter at the bottom. They hold shutters at the desired angle. ShutterLand support arms are sold in three adjustable lengths. Some homeowners construct elaborate DIY support arms in designs like iron scrollwork or whimsical wooden fish.

Bahama shutter support arms that hold the shutter away from the wall.Available Support Arm Lengths:

12″ Arms:
The 12″ arms extend to a maximum length of 20″ (including the brackets).

18″ Arms:
The 18″ arms extend to a maximum length of 32″ (including the brackets).

24″ Arms:
The 24″ arms extend to a maximum length of 44″ (including the brackets).

To figure the support arm length needed, enter the desired shutter height. The length calculated is based on the assumption that the support arm will connect to the base of the window and the bottom of the Bahama shutter.


If the arm is attached higher on both the wall and the shutter, the length will be shorter.

PVC Bahama Shutter Colors

Premium PVC exterior window shutters can be ordered unfinished or fully painted. Unfinished shutters will require painting on-site, but do not require priming. Factory painted shutters arrive ready to install immediately after receipt.

Select from nine standard paint colors applied in the manufacturing process prior to shipping. These are the most popular exterior shutter paint color offerings from Benjamin Moore. Black shutters are the most frequently ordered, with Black Forest Green close behind. We also stock gray, brown, blue, red, and green. If one of the basic hues does not meet your requirements, you can provide the manufacturer name, color name, and color code for a custom match. There is a one-time fee per order of $200 for this service. Standard white or light-base colors require an additional $35 per shutter. The increased amount is needed because light-based colors are more difficult to apply than darker colors, and will be presented for approval before an order is processed.

Installation PVC Bermuda Shutters

When Florida-style PVC shutters are installed, the fixed louvers slant down and away from the building when closed to direct water away from the window.

Production Time of PVC Bahama Shutters

Louvered PVC shutters currently require about 5-7 weeks to manufacture. After the exterior shutters are complete, they will be shipped straight to the provided shipping address.


In addition to PVC shutters, ShutterLand offers premium wood Bahama shutters and aluminum Bahama hurricane shutters. Standard colonial-style PVC louver shutters hinge permanently with fixed brackets to the side of the window, and could be a solution as an alternative to Bahama shutters.

The ShutterLand staff is prepared to answer any questions you may have. Please feel free to contact us for assistance.