4 Shutter Myths Dispelled
We spend a lot of time talking to homeowners about shutters in Riverside.
And although it may come as a surprise, when we speak to people across , we hear a couple of myths about shutters floating around. Let’s take a few minutes to set the record straight and dispel some of the most common myths about plantation shutters so you can make the right choice for your home when you want new window treatments.
Myth: Shutters Are Easy to DIY
Many home projects can easily be done by yourself in a single afternoon. Installing shutters probably isn’t one of them, though.
Putting in new shutters can be tricky from the get-go, as the measurements of the window dimensions must be incredibly precise to ensure a smooth and snug fit, as well as to ensure that your windows can still open and close. Depending on what the shutters are made of, from Polywood® shutters to reclaimed wood shutters, lifting big shutters and installing them straight can present a difficult task. If a single step of the process is done incorrectly, you may end up with uneven shutters or frequent drafts from ill-fitting weather-stripping.
Myth: Shutters Will Make A Home Look Dim
A few home designers might opt out of shutters, believing shutters tend to make a space look dark or dimly lit. This myth most likely comes from being unfamiliar with interior shutters.
Think of it this way: light from the sun will always enter into your home at an angle. What shutters do is let you change that angle by tilting their louvers, granting you better control over level of light. And remember, shutters can still swing open all the way to let in as much light as you could need.
Myth: Shutters Cost a Lot
It’s accurate that shutters won’t be as cheap as common blinds from a hardware store. However this myth is all about how you think about shutters. If you think about them as just a basic decoration that you don’t expect to last more than a year or two, then yes, shutters are fairly expensive. But shutters are a lasting part of your home, and come with several benefits: they’re energy efficient and are proven to lower heating and AC bills, they can increase your home value, and shutters are able to last generations, unlike blinds–which will have to be replaced often over time.
Myth: Shutters Only Work In Older Homes
Maybe the name “plantation shutters” has something to do with the myth that shutters are an “old-timey” treatment, but it certainly isn’t accurate. While shutters were frequently used in older home styles stretching back decades, their crisp, clean geometry and neutral tones let them fit in just as easily with more fashionable, up-to-date designs. Interior shutters are the ultimate in versatile window treatments.
Myth: Sunburst Shutters Riverside No Longer Offers Complimentary Consultations
Ok, this one isn’t a popular myth–we just wanted to see if you were paying attention.
The Sunburst Shutters Riverside team is always happy to come to you for a free, no-hassle window design consultation. Just call 951-517-3030 or fill the form below to get started on learning the truth about what shutters can offer you.
