You should not add shutters to the following: Double mulled windows. Windows that are winder than they are tall. Bay windows. One side of a window, leaving the opposite side unshuttered. Windows that are so close, an open shutter would obscure part of the adjoining window. Do people still useRead More →
Do shutters keep a house cool? Yes – research conducted by the BBSA shows that internal shading can reduce room temperatures by 8-13C. Results will vary by building. Shading type and ventilation are important too. Are exterior shutters energy efficient? Window shutters are energy efficient window treatments. There are twoRead More →
HIGHER PRICE POINT. I’d say the con that most often deters clients from choosing shutters is their cost. … NO HIDING. … TRICKY FOR TILT-IN WINDOWS. … FURNITURE PLACEMENT CAN INHIBIT FUNCTIONALITY. … LEAD TIMES. … INCREASE VALUE OF YOUR HOME. … AESTHETIC QUALITY. … DURABILITY. Do plantation shutters openRead More →
Cedar is the most common material for construction of exterior shutters because of its resistance to both insects and decay. It is a straight wood that finishes very well and can withstand harsh outdoor conditions well. Which plantation shutters are the best? Aluminium and basswood plantation shutters are optimal forRead More →