How to choose shutters

Shutters are a fabulous window dressing and can actually add to the value of your home. But as they are more expensive than other window treatments, it’s really worth doing your homework to make sure you get it right. So to make your choice a little easier, here are some handy pointers to help you get the perfect result.

• Room – the room you’re thinking of fitting shutters into plays an important part in the type of shutter you go for.
• Budget – decide how much you want to spend, as the wood ranges vary in price.
• Use – you can fit shutters against sash or bay windows, French doors and even use them as room dividers, as well as the conventional window.
• Shutter style – the amount of light and privacy you’d like depends on the room and where it is situated.
• Wood range – when choosing a white painted finish or natural wood stain, consider the style of room, colour scheme, furnishings and budget.
• Mid rail – you can have a mid rail fitted to a full-height shutter as an optional extra for more light control, but on certain heights you’ll need to have one.
• Frame – these can be made to fit on the outside or inside of the recess of your window to complete the look.
• Hinges – fittings are available in a choice of colours and finishes to match or contrast with your shutter, depending upon the look and feel you wish to create.
• Installation – a perfect fit is essential so use an expert to measure and fit.

SHUTTER STYLES

Choose from three different types of shutters:

• Full height – bathrooms, living rooms, awkward and smaller window
• Café style – kitchens and ground floor rooms – great for privacy
• Tier-on-tier – bedrooms, studies and tall windows

WOOD RANGES

Each shutter style is offered in three different wood ranges, which are available in 48mm or 64mm louvers:

• Basswood – It is lightweight, resistant to warping and has a uniformed grain, which provides a beautiful finish when stained.
• Lock Wood – Crafted to the same high standards as the Basswood range, the grain of the Lockwood is best suited to a paint finish
• Craftwood – Craftwood is the most affordable option and is incredibly durable and
  contemporary in appearance.

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