Shutters add classic appeal and increase curb appeal, as well as being functional in keeping out sunlight and providing additional insulation.
Shutters pair well with brick homes and can be painted any number of colors to complement its natural tones. When choosing shutter colors to go with brick homes, choose ones which complement those found within its surface texture.
They’re functional
Shutters add beauty and security to a house, yet are also functional features that help protect windows against intruders, while offering shade from harmful UV rays from the sun. In addition, shutters act as excellent insulators, keeping temperatures down in summer and warmer in winter while saving energy costs by keeping a home cooler during hotter periods and warmer during colder ones.
Attracting more buyers requires selecting shutter styles that complement your house’s architecture; paneled shutters work great for Colonial-style houses while louvered ones suit Mission or Spanish styles and plantation shutters look beautiful on Southern homes.
Once you’ve selected your design, it’s essential that the shutters are correctly mounted. For optimal results, use shutter dogs that match the style and trim of your home, positioning the louvers and panels so they align with any window muntins or sashes for best results. Otherwise, their effectiveness could decrease drastically or cause irreparable damage to them!
They’re beautiful
Some homeowners add shutters simply for aesthetic purposes. They understand the right color and style can add tremendously to a home’s curb appeal and make it more inviting, particularly in the back where shutters might be more visible to guests coming over to relax in their backyards.
However, it is essential to keep in mind that any nonfunctional decorative window treatments require regular maintenance. Water may eventually get through and cause irreparable damage due to expansion/contraction of shutters.
An ideal approach is to stroll your neighborhood and observe how houses with shutters are maintained, then use color swatches as an effective means of planning what type of shutters would suit your home best. Keep in mind that sunlight intensifies colors so take your swatches outdoors to observe how they will appear under natural lighting conditions.
They’re affordable
Shutters are an economical way to add beauty and charm to your home, as well as increase resale value and attract potential buyers. Shutters make an ideal addition no matter the size or style of the dwelling in which they’re installed.
If you want your shutters to function effectively, they must be properly installed. Remember that their primary function is protecting glass surfaces from intruders, cold weather and direct sunrays – they should fit within their respective window casing when open while also fitting with the shape of each window they cover.
Maintenance-wise, shutters are relatively straightforward to take care of. A damp cloth or sponge should be used regularly to wipe down each shutter to remove dust or dirt that accumulates, while they should also be painted periodically in colors which complement those found elsewhere in your house more naturally.
They’re durable
Shutters add classic style and durability to any home, boosting its curb appeal while increasing resale value. They should be considered permanent fixtures.
Before choosing a color for your shutters, take some swatches out into the sunlight to observe how they will look in daylight conditions – as the sunlight intensifies colors further. Also take some samples from other houses in your neighborhood as sources of inspiration.
Functional shutters can give the appearance of operability to homeowners’ shutters by mounting them with hinges and shutter dogs, giving the appearance that they are operable. Although functional hardware costs more, it could save money over time; water damage is the greatest danger for shutters when it penetrates them; expansion and contraction caused by water movement opens cracks for bacteria and bugs to get in, leading to mold growth which then leads to costly repair bills.