Types of Shutters: How to Choose the Best Option

Blind Spot Blinds & Shutters • November 22, 2024

Shutters can make a massive difference in the way your home looks. In fact, your shutters can change the overall look of not only your interior but also the look and feel of the exterior of your home, transforming reactions to it from the moment it comes into sight.

 

Understanding the impact and functionality of different shutter styles can help you select the right one for your needs. 

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Plantation Shutters

Plantation shutters have widely spaced slats to let in more light. These are typically interior shutters, and you can close some or all of the slats, allowing you to adapt interior lighting to your specific needs. These shutters can be made from two different but similar-looking materials, hybrid (also called composite wood), and hardwood.


  • Hybrid: Hybrid shutters are made of part wood and part composite materials. They are typically very similar to plantation shutters, including wider slats, but are made of more modern materials that can be more durable than wood alone.
  • Hardwood: Hardwood shutters are a classic, real-wood option that can help reduce light and noise inside your home. They come in a range of wood options, including cedar, maple, and walnut, so you can select the option that best fits your needs. 

Louvered Shutters

Louvered shutters have much the same look as plantation shutters, but they are placed outside instead of on the interior of the home. They can be more difficult to adjust, raise, and lower than if they were inside the home, but they do allow for full customization of lighting. 

Interior vs. Exterior Shutters

Interior shutters installed inside the home often allow for much simpler control over lighting, ventilation, and more. They are also protected from outdoor elements and provide more flexibility than many styles of exterior shutters.

 

Exterior shutters are usually directly exposed to the weather, so they typically come in materials and motors that have been hardened against the elements to provide greater longevity. Exterior shutters may also allow for greater exterior security, depending on the type and where they are located.

How to Choose a Shutter Style

When choosing a shutter style, there are a number of factors you may need to take into account.

Function

What do you want your shutters to accomplish? Are they primarily for aesthetic purposes? Light control? Do you want them to help with insulation? Carefully consider all those factors before you select a shutter. 

Budget

Your budget can make a big difference in the shutter types you have available. Carefully set your budget ahead of time to ensure that you get the selection you need. 

Style

Your shutters can make a big difference in the overall appearance of your home, so carefully selecting the style is key to achieving the look you want. 

Material

The material your shutters are made of can make a big difference in longevity as well as contribute to the look of your home. Do your research and choose a material that will fit your needs.

Popular California Shutter Styles

Popular shutter styles in California include:


  • Plantation shutters
  • Wood shutters
  • Bahama or Bermuda-style shutters


These shutter styles can handle California weather and will fit well with the designs in most neighborhoods.

Contact Blind Spot for Timeless Hunter Douglas Shutters

Are you looking for timeless shutters that will enhance the look of your property and allow you to control light, sound, and ventilation? At Blind Spot, we have a variety of Hunter Douglas blind styles that will fit your needs. Contact us today to learn more about our available shutters and how they will fit with the appearance of your home.

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