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Shutters - bi-fold doors

15 years ago

Well from what IÂve seen of hurricanes you can just about not build as try to tame the winds.

However what you might find attractive and a bit innovative is to stager them so there is negative space between them.

Face on they would present a solid wall but step to the side a little and the emptiness between then becomes apparent (or not if you set your plants in the negative areas). This would help with the stronger winds; also if you pivot the plane x degrees from the prevailing winds there is less wind resistance. {{gwi:151760}}

I think 4" X 4" would be over-kill.

Trimming treated lumber can be its own hazard so wear a fine particle dust mask along with the safety glasses if you do it yourself.

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craftylady-2006
15 years ago
Robert - ? - did you mean to post this in Garden Junk??? It reads like you are addressing it to a particular person.

Sal
sapphiregirl
15 years ago
Ok, I see where your going. Thanks for the "headsup". I agree with the direction of winds and needing the space between them and like you suggested angle them as you show in the diagram. I can still use maybe the 2x4x7's instead? I realize nothing during hurricanes will last if the winds are that strong, but hopefully we can anchor them securely enough to withstand tropical winds...de
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