Exterior Shutter Weights by Material and Style

When it comes to enhancing the curb appeal and functionality of your home's exterior, few elements offer as much versatility and aesthetic impact as exterior shutters.

However, the sheer diversity of materials and styles available can leave potential buyers with a crucial question: What are the differences in weight between the various materials and styles of exterior shutters?

Understanding this key aspect is essential not only for aesthetic considerations - but also for practical reasons like installation and maintenance.

So, whether you're looking to boost your home's visual appeal or seeking functional benefits - like protection from the elements - the below chart can help guide you through what you need to know relative to weight based on installation and mount type for your exterior shutters across all exterior surfaces.

***Our team weighed 12"x12" samples (1 square foot) to come up with these weights which should be viewed as estimates. If you have further questions regarding the weights and installation types for all of our exterior shutter products please contact our team for support!

Vinyl:

• All styles | Less than 1lb

Cedar:

• Louvered |  3.3 lbs
• Raised/Flat Panel (Composite Panel) | 3.3 lbs
• Raised/Flat Panel (Solid Wood Panel) | 5.2 lbs
• Board & Batten  | 5.2 lbs

Pine:

• Louvered |  3.9 lbs
• Raised/Flat Panel (Composite Panel) | 3.4 lbs
• Raised/Flat Panel (Solid Wood Panel) | 4.5 lbs
• Board & Batten  | 5 lbs

Composite:

• Louvered | 5.34 lbs
• Raised/Flat Panel (Composite Panel) | 5.34 lbs
• Board & Batten  | 5.8 lbs

Mahogany:

• Louvered | 5.34 lbs
• Raised/Flat Panel (Composite Panel) | 5.34 lbs
• Raised/Flat Panel (Solid Wood Panel) | 5.34 lbs
• Board & Batten  | 5.8 lbs

Red Grandis:

• Louvered | 3.9 lbs
• Raised/Flat Panel (Composite Panel) | 4.8 lbs
• Raised/Flat Panel (Solid Wood Panel) | 5 lbs
• Board & Batten | 5.2 lbs

PVC:

• Louvered | 5.34 lbs
• Raised/Flat Panel (Composite Panel) | 5.34 lbs
• Raised/Flat Panel (Solid PVC Panel) | 5.5 lbs
• Board & Batten  | 5.8 lbs

Aluminum:

• Louvered | 6.34 lbs