Add shutters to your home for an incredible transformation, but only if they match perfectly in terms of style, color, size and shape. Otherwise, they may look outdated or disbalanced and look out of place in their surroundings.
Failing to adhere to this advice may result in disproportionally wide shutters or those made out of curves on straight topped windows looking awkward and fake.
Curb Appeal
Shutters add an instantaneous splash of color and draw attention. Like decorative frosting on a cake, shutters provide an easy and affordable way to make your house stand out.
White shutters look especially striking on beige homes when combined with matching window trim and front door colors, while darker hues such as black or deep navy blue can complement homes made of brick or tanstone.
When selecting shutters for your home, take special note to choose those of a suitable size. Shutters should ideally cover half the width of each window they hang beside and create the impression that they could close over easily to protect from weather damage.
If you need assistance choosing the appropriate shutter style for your home, consult with a design professional. They can assist with selecting shutter colors and shapes that best complement the architectural features of your house and even provide suggestions on ways to increase curb appeal.
Privacy
Shutters offer you total control of the light entering your home, from dimmed sunlight to full shielding from prying eyes and protection from UV rays. Their adjustable slats can let just enough sun in, or be closed completely for added insulation and UV protection.
Choose shutter designs that complement the style of your home when selecting shutter designs for shutters. Colonial homes typically used shutters with pictures cut into their top panels while board and batten designs fit Mission and Spanish houses, and plantation shutters belong on southern home styles.
Another key element to consider when ordering shutters for your home is how many sides can be seen from the street. Installing shutters on windows that aren’t visible from both sides would look strange and disjointed, so before ordering them it is essential that you measure each window and its surrounding area carefully so you can choose a frame style and size which fit seamlessly.
Light Control
Shutters are an investment worth making as they add long-term value to your home and are considered capital improvements that can be deducted from taxes.
Shutters also allow you to control the amount of light entering a room by adjusting their slats, enabling you to diffuse or reduce glare of direct sunlight entering. This feature makes shutters particularly ideal for rooms such as living and dining rooms that receive lots of daylight during the day.
As insulation provides an added layer, window blinds help lower energy bills – particularly on hot Australian days! Furthermore, they’re an eco-friendly choice.
Maintenance
Historical uses for shutters included closing over windows; now, their purpose has changed; however, choosing styles and shapes that complement both windows and homes remains important; otherwise they can look out of place and harm the appearance of your home.
Shutters must also be installed correctly and with the appropriate hardware. Unfortunately, contractors and homeowners alike are increasingly making homes unlivable by installing shutters that don’t match either their style or placement of windows.
Shutters add value and curb appeal to any home. Their versatile nature means they can easily fit with your decor, as they’re easy to paint to change your color scheme when desired. Plus, these permanent fixtures can boost resale value. If shutters are something you are considering adding to your house, set up a no-commitment consultation session today; we can help select an ideal color match while making sure installation goes smoothly to prevent future disasters!