More often than not, homeowners tend to assume that plantation shutters are only suitable for windows, but this really isn’t the case. Whilst there is no denying that they make a perfect window dressing, shutters are actually much more versatile than people realise and they can be used in numerous different ways. From wardrobe and cupboard doors to conservatory roofs, shutters really do work well anywhere you choose to install them.
One particular place that shutter blinds are well suited to are exterior doors at the rear of a property. Nowadays, you can have shutters installed on your patio doors, bi fold doors or French doors and they are a unique solution to all of your door dressing needs. If you’ve never really considered installing ‘window shutters’ anywhere other than windows before, keep reading today. Below we have put together a list of reasons why all homeowners should consider installing shutter blinds on their French doors.
So many homeowners keep their back doors open, especially during the summer months, and the door dressing that you choose can cause all sorts of problems. When you install French door shutters, you won’t have to worry about anything interfering with the opening that your doors provide and they really are able to alleviate all of the common issues in this regard.
Shutter blinds for French doors are also designed in a way that means they won’t make your door inconvenient to use either. The frame is cut-out around your door handles, so you will be able to continue using them in exactly the same way that you always have. With the option to have a curved or straight cut-out, you can tailor the frame design to meet your needs too.
The majority of exterior doors that homeowners install at the rear of their property are made from huge panels of glass and it can be difficult to control the privacy you get in the room these doors lead to. Thankfully, shutter blinds will dramatically increase your privacy levels and you won’t have to worry about people being able to see into your home.
All shutter styles can make such a huge difference to the temperature control in your home too and once installed, French door shutters will make it easy for you to keep your home the perfect temperature all year round. You can angle the louvres to flood your home with light and summer sun or you can close them to keep your home cool, the choice is entirely yours.
Unlike the vast majority of other door dressings, full height shutters for doors are really easy to keep clean. You won’t have the hassle of taking curtains down to wash or attempting to dust the fiddly slats of Venetian blinds, you will simply be able to wipe the shutters clean and they will always look as good as new. They tend to come with a very generous guarantee as well.
Many homeowners struggle to find matching door and window dressings, or dressings that at least complement each other, but shutters really are the perfect solution in this regard. They can be used to dress not only your French doors but also any surrounding windows too and they will provide an elegant uniformed look to the room.
All in all, it is fair to say that whilst plantation shutters are commonly associated with windows, they can work brilliantly on doors too and you really shouldn’t rule them out when you’re looking for a suitable and practical solution to dressing a door. You can trust that shutter blinds will look amazing on your French doors and now really is the perfect time of year to order your shutters so that they can be installed in time for summer.
If you’re interested in French door shutters and you’re looking for a company that provides this type of shutter, be sure to contact us here at The Great Shutter Co. We have a huge selection of different types of shutters and different shutter ranges for our customers to choose from, including solutions for both doors and windows, so it is highly likely that we will be able to help you. We will gladly provide you with our advice and expertise when you’re looking for French door shutters and we will even help design the perfect shutter set with you. We look forward to hearing from you.