What You Need to Know about Choosing the Right Exterior and Interior Window Shutters

window shutters, Image by Shutters AustraliaAre you looking for ideas for your interior window shutters? How about shutters for your home exterior? Both make an excellent addition to your home. Not only do they look great but they can also help reduce noise as well as excessive heat and rain. You have to wonder, though – what do you need to know about comparing and choosing the right one?

 

If you look at the market for window shutters you will find various types available. Choosing the right one can be tricky especially when you have not got a clue about what to look out for in selecting window treatment options. There are custom plantation shutters which serve a practical purpose while others are mostly a decorative piece (café window shutters).

 

Your options in custom interior and exterior shutters

Are you looking for custom plantation shutters to improve the kerb appeal of your home without having to spend much? If so, then you might want to consider decorative window treatments made from faux or genuine hardwood. You install these shutters externally on each side of the windows and paint them to match the trim of your home. Exterior shutters consist of panels fitted to each side of the window.

 

Some exterior window shutters may not be as beautiful as their decorative counterparts, but they are made to shut and are fully functional. Most of these exterior shutters are made from hardwood panels and are very reliable when it comes to warding off excessive heat and cold.

 

Should you get Interior or Exterior Shutters?

One common question people tend to ask themselves when getting window treatments for their home is whether to get an interior or exterior shutter. The truth is that there is no need to choose one over the other. Most home improvement experts recommend getting both as each one can serve a different purpose at home.

 

You can use exterior shutters primarily for decor as well as provide much-needed protection from the elements. Some of them can likewise insulate your home from excessive heat or cold. Interior window shutters on the other hand, offers added protection from sunlight and moisture as well as safeguard your privacy at home.

 

You may not find the look of exterior shutters appealing and prefer interior shutters. What’s good about these shutters is that you combine the use of the two along with other window coverings such as drapes and curtains.

 

Find great prices for plantation shutters

Whether you are interested in getting exterior shutters, interior shutters or a combination of the two, you would do well to do a bit of research before purchasing anything. You might just find some of the best deals on quality window treatments at a good price.
 
 
Check out our excellent selection of window shutters and blinds here at “Shutters Australia”! Call us today on 1300 853 206 for tips and answers to any questions you might have about choosing the right window treatment for your home.

Google Reviews

Thomas Morris
Thomas Morris
2023-02-15
Fantastic build. I am very happy with the plantation shutters. Shout out to Angela, Scott, and the team. Thank you all. It looks great. Cheers
Ben Jays
Ben Jays
2023-02-12
A big thank you to Jenette & installer Gordon. Both professional, who obviously take pride in what they do with attention to detail. Love the final product. Great job!
Louise Pollock
Louise Pollock
2022-12-20
You had great options for my windows, some were straight forward however others were trickier (openings not centred, taps in the way etc). This is my second home I have put shutters in, wouldn't settle for anything else OR any other company!
Dean Voukelatos
Dean Voukelatos
2022-12-08
Love our shutters they look amazing! Great service and price .
Anne Wagstaff
Anne Wagstaff
2022-11-19
Great customer service and wonderful product. We are particularly delighted with our bay window blinds.
Sharon Hummelstad
Sharon Hummelstad
2022-11-18
Efficient, friendly and well priced, would recommend Shutters Australia.
Joanne Rosier
Joanne Rosier
2022-11-18
This is the second time Shutters Australia have provided us with great service. They are reliable, very competitive on price and the quality of shutters superior. We are extremely happy with the product and will engage in their services again in the near future. Thank you.
Kristina Nesci
Kristina Nesci
2022-11-16
Great service and a great product.
George Papasavva
George Papasavva
2022-11-15
Very efficient company. Genuine people from the quote to the installation. Very meticulous in their dealings with me. Very reasonably priced with no hard sell involved. What you see is what you get. Will definitely recommend them.

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