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Would you install your own Window Shutters?

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

Window Shutters are ever so popular right now, but the problem is they are quite expensive. Well its not really the product which is expensive more so the installation cost. So our question is.. with lots of guidance and advice - would you consider installing your own shutters?

Yes, I would install my own shutters!

No thanks, I'd rather leave that to the pro's.

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