Sales of shutters up more than 15% year on year
"Sales of our shutters have shot up by more than 15% year on year during 2009 to become our fastest growing product line," says Sarah Quilliam, head of product design at Hillarys.
"This is quite remarkable in such a challenging economy and shows how homeowners are seeking quality and lasting value in spite of testing times.
"Customers are also appreciating the improved energy efficiency benefits offered by shutters and the enhanced privacy they give, especially in houses which look out onto busy streets.
"This all aside, shutters are a lovely, almost iconic product, that evoke a cosy, "shut out the world feel" that chimes well with today's mood for comfort and nostalgia."
Shutters pictured are café style, prices start at £263 for orders over 3sqm, measured, made and fitted.
