Interior designers recognize that for a home to be aesthetically complete, there should be window treatments within the home. Compared to common alternatives such as blinds, plantation shutters offer a look and feel that is unmatched by any other window treatments. Plantation shutters can be used anywhere around the house because of their sturdiness and flexibility. Though plantation shutters are durable, they still maintain their beauty. This window treatment often complement rooms so well that they are sometimes overlooked. Plantation shutters are highly desirable and can be financed into the purchase of a home, that’s why they usually stay with the home when it’s sold.
Traditional shutters are different from plantation shutters. Traditional shutters have smaller, narrower louvers and are often found in the New England states. Traditional shutters are rarely installed nowadays since the window treatment trend is focused on letting the light in while still keeping the view open to the outside.
How your shutters are designed will depend on what you need/want as well as the style of your windows. Shutters designed with a divider rail or in the double hung fashion are popular in bathrooms. They allow for closure of the bottom louvers for privacy while the top louvers can be left opened. Such function is harder to get with curtains, drapes or wood blinds.
A half shutter cost almost as much as full length ones, but you won’t get as much insulation or sunlight control with half shutters. Full length window shutters let in lots of light and view while protecting your furniture and rugs from sun damage.
To soften the look of your plantation shutters in some rooms, add drapes or a valance on top of your shutters. This will give you more sun control and the privacy you need.
When shopping for shutters, know if you’re buying custom one that are built for your windows or if the company will take stock panels and cut them down to fit. Plantation shutters come in a variety of styles and louver sizes. The 2 ½ inch louver is more traditional and is a great choice for average size rooms with normal ceiling heights. For huge rooms with high ceilings, the 3 ½ inch louver may be a better fit. There are important features to look for when shopping for plantation shutters. A custom shutter company will measure your windows exactly and build shutter to fit them. When shutters are custom built for your windows, you will have lots of choices regarding how they are designed.
Here are specific things to ask about when shopping for plantation shutters:
1. Tension adjustment screws. This prevents issues with drooping louvers.
2. Mortised hinges. This looks better in a frame install and from the outside on bi-fold panels.
3. The wood from which they are made. Don’t buy pine shutters, they’re bad to bleed sap.
4. Rabbeted edges. These prevent light gaps through the centre where panels meet.
5. Side rails at least 1 1/2 inches in thickness. These prevent warping of the panel.
6. References. All shutter companies are not created the same.
The Blind Factory produces a complete range of custom-made plantation shutters in Melbourne. They are crafted from a beautiful Basswood that can either be painted or stained – whichever design you prefer that would coordinate with and complete your home décor. The Blind Factory also creates quality-designed blinds and awnings in Melbourne.
Choose the finest quality Melbourne blinds, awnings, and plantations shutters only from The Blind Factory with consultants that are equipped to come to you and will perfectly meet your needs. The Blind Factory gives their consumers an extensive choice of window coverings that will grant you the ultimate in style, comfort and privacy you truly desire.
