For many years, curtains and blinds have been the ‘go-to’ window dressings in modern homes, however, this is no longer the case. Lots of homeowners are starting to replace their curtains and blinds with plantation shutters, and this traditional window covering is starting to become a common feature in homes again.
There are so many benefits to installing plantation shutters in your home. In addition to being elegant and minimalist in design, they also provide you with increased control over light, privacy and temperature, and they are perfect for every room in the home. If you don’t know much about plantation shutters but you’re intrigued to learn more, below we have put together a list of little-known facts about this classic window dressing.
When you install plantation shutters, they can make it much easier to control throughout your home. Not only are they made-to-measure, preventing air from getting through the gaps around your window covering, but you can angle the louvres depending on your needs. During the summer, shutters can help to keep your home cool and during the winter, they can help to keep your home warm. This could result in reduced energy consumption, lowering your energy bills.
There are several shutter ranges on the market and they use different materials to manufacture the plantation shutters. From FSC-certified poplar and Paulownia to MDF and ABS plastic, there is a material for every need and you can trust that they are all incredibly durable and easy to maintain. All high-quality shutters come with a lengthy guarantee and you can trust they will look as good as new for many years to come.
Whilst plantation shutters are usually installed on windows, they can also be used in various locations throughout the home. Shutters are the ideal covering for French doors and conservatory roofs, not to mention they are perfect for wardrobe doors too. It’s worth exploring some of the different uses for plantation shutters, it’s fair to say they’re much more versatile than the majority of homeowners assume.
As mentioned above, plantation shutters are made-to-measure which means they can be installed on any window, regardless of the shape or size. If you have arched or angled windows, an experienced shutter company can design window shutters that perfectly cover them and help you to highlight the beautiful architecture in your home. Installing special shape plantation shutters removes the hassle of attempting to find a blind or curtain that covers the windows.
Lots of homeowners will install manually operated shutters and they will open and close them, and tilt the louvres by hand. Whilst they’re very straightforward to operate, when you install manual plantation shutters in hard-to-reach places, they aren’t always convenient. Thankfully, remote-controlled designs are available and they’re perfect for skylight window shutters. So, operating your plantation shutters couldn’t be easier.
Unlike curtains and blinds that homeowners change quite regularly, plantation shutters are designed to be a long-term solution. They are fitted to your windows and this means you can’t take them with you when you move home. Having classic plantation shutters installed can make your home more appealing to prospective buyers and this window covering may even increase the value of your home too.
It’s fair to say that plantation shutters are an excellent addition to any property and if you’re considering replacing your window coverings, it’s worth looking into traditional shutters in more detail. If you have any questions about shutters and you’re looking for a company that specialises in plantation shutters in West Sussex, our specialists at The Great Shutter Co are the best people to contact. We will be happy to discuss our made-to-measure window and door shutters with you in more detail.
When you turn to us for plantation shutters in Andover and surrounding areas, you can rely on us to supply and install the best products at the best prices. Unlike nationals or franchises, we are not tied to a single manufacturer, enabling us to not only recommend the best plantation shutters but we can also beat the quote for any like-for-like products.