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Located in historic Chester County, PA., we're blacksmiths with decades of experience reproducing period shutter hardware in the manner of the originals. Over the years, we've learned what style of shutter hardware is appropriate for the different historic periods and regions of the country. Our fabrication capacity and experience allow us to offer the most extensive line of quality American shutter hardware at a surprisingly affordable price. Hardware inspired by the best original examples from period American homes. All of our shutter hardware is built to stand the test of time?.. we've seen what works, and we've see what failed.
Our exterior shutter strap hinges and pintles are fitted and sized to your specific installation. Brandywine hardware is correct in appearance and function - designed and configured to install easily. Should you require custom hardware for an historic restoration, a difficult installation, or be shopping for something visually unique for an up-scale project, we're able and happy to help you with custom hardware design, selection and fabrication.
Brandywine hardware represents good value. You pay for our craftsmen's time and materials, not middleman profits. We start with heavy material and finish with the most durable finishes we've found. Easy installation and minimal maintenance
We really are blacksmiths, guys with big arms. Our work is hand forged red hot at the anvil as smiths have done for centuries. But this is the 21st century, so we must define our mission:
Brandywine Forge Mission Statement-An honest product at a fair wage.
functional shutters
Functional wood shutters and hardware were expensive but necessary exterior appointments on the widows of historic homes. Initially, ground floor shutters provided security against attack by Indians and roaming brigands. Outdoor shutters also served as a first barrier against winter winds and summer sun ? important considerations when a wood fire was the only available interior climate control. As our colonial cities grew homes became more densely packed with pedestrian traffic at the door stoop, exterior shutters were closed and locked to provide privacy from passersby and neighbors.
shutter example
shutter example
Classic American architectural styles were heavily influenced by the exterior shutters common to all. The size and location of the windows was in large part determined by the exterior wooden shutters that would cover the windows. Sufficient room had to be left between adjacent windows to allow for their shutters to rest against the exterior when open - without over-lapping each other. The relationship between window size and separation and the fabric of the shutters between contributed much to the balance and symmetry inherent in classic American homes.