With so many custom options for designing your plantation shutters, the answer is a resounding “yes”! No matter what style your home is decorated in, your unique shutters can be designed to match. From colonial style, to farmhouse to modern/contemporary, we're here to help you design your perfect shutters at an ideal price!
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Modernizing Your Home with Plantation Shutters
Plantation shutters are perfect for modernizing your home. Their clean lines and sleek design complement contemporary interiors beautifully. Larger slats and fewer panels create an open and airy look, while a hidden tilt rod enhances the modern feel. They're available in various materials and finishes, including smooth paint finishes and wood stains that fit seamlessly with the latest interior design trends.
Are Shutters Out of Style?
On the contrary, plantation shutters are timeless. They offer a range of styles to cover your windows, from full-height to café style to tier on tier, and you can choose from numerous frame styles and nearly 100 material, paint, and stain color combinations. This flexibility allows shutters to adapt to any décor, making them a timeless addition to your home.
They also give you complete control over how much or how little light enters the room, and how much privacy you have - perfect for protecting your interior from prying eyes. Aside from the functional benefits of light reduction, insulation, dust and allergen reduction, and ease of cleaning, just look at how pretty they are!
Contemporary and Traditional Style Shutters
Whether your home is traditional or contemporary, plantation shutters can complement your style. For a traditional look, consider narrower panels, smaller slats, and a central tilt rod. Wood stains can add a rustic touch that fits colonial or farmhouse aesthetics.
For a contemporary look, go for larger slats and fewer panels to create cleaner lines. Hidden tilt rods add a sleek and modern touch. Painted shutters in bold or neutral colors from collections like Classic Poplar or American Hardwood can enhance your modern interior.
Our painted shutters (both wooden and vinyl) have a smooth paint finish. For contemporary wood shutters, choose from one of our many paint colors in the Luxe Wood range.
Design Considerations for Stylish Shutters
When designing your shutters, consider the number of panels and the width of each. Narrower panels that fold into one another take up less space when open, while larger panels allow more visibility and light when the slats are open. It's essential to strike a balance between functionality and style to ensure that your shutters enhance the overall look and feel of your home.
Avoid panels smaller than 10 inches as they can block too much light and look overly busy. Slats smaller than 2 ½ inches are also no longer popular as they tend to block light and create a cluttered look.
Additionally, consider the material and finish of your shutters; choosing a durable, high-quality material ensures longevity and a polished look that complements your interior design. Luckily, we don't work with low-quality materials, so you can't go wrong there. Pay attention to the color and finish options to match or contrast with your existing décor, adding a touch of personal style to your space.
Eco-Friendly and Cost-Effective Benefits
In 2024, sustainability is more important than ever. Plantation shutters are an eco-friendly choice because they're durable and long-lasting, reducing the need for frequent replacements. Our Eco Wood shutters, for instance, are made from fast-growing, sustainable trees and coated with VOC-free poly. This makes them the most eco-friendly plantation shutter on the market.
Shutters also offer excellent insulation, helping to keep your home cool in the summer and warm in the winter, which can lead to significant energy savings. Their longevity also means they are a cost-effective investment for your home. And with our American Wood Core shutters, you can claim back 30% of your order in tax credits up to $1,200!
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Are window shutters out of style? Most definitely not. We don't like to throw around the word futureproof but, well, we can't think of a better term!
Need a little design advice or help measuring up for your shutters? Get in touch today. Our friendly team of shutter experts are a call, chat or email away!