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Installing the Best Windows for Your Home

Your home is one of the greatest assets you can own or pass down to your children. One of the things I previously spent less on was my home's windows. But after losing money to unbelievably high winter and summer utility bills every year, I realized that I needed to buy better products for my home. I decided to install energy-efficient windows throughout my house. Now, my family spends the money we save on things we love to do instead of on high utility costs. If you want to learn about energy-efficient windows and how to search for the best products, read my blog. I'll show you how to get the most out of your hard-earned money.

3 Different Styles Of Interior Plantation Shutters

20 March 2019
 Categories: , Blog

Plantation shutters are a classic and stylish way to control the light that comes into your home and to control your privacy as well. With interior plantation shutters, it is important to realize that there are multiple styles of plantation shutters you can install in your home. Be sure to explore all your style options before choosing the right style.

#1 Louver Width

One of the aspects of your shutters that you can change is the width of the louver on your shutters. This is the material in the middle of your shutters. You can do with the standard 2.5-inch size. However, it is often a good idea to use a larger size for larger windows, and a smaller size for smaller windows. You can also customize the width of the louvers to fit with your design style.

#2 Foldable Shutters

Plantation shutters do not have to be stationary. They can move just like other window coverings. Plantation shutters can be made so that they open and fold from the center, or just from one side.

If you want to open your shutters on a regular basis, bi-folding shutters are a great option. You can open the middle of your shutters or open the all the way. If you don't plan on opening your shutters that frequently, shutters that open from one side may be better.

Keep in mind that you will need clearance and space in front of your shutters if you want foldable shutters.

#3 Divider Rails

Divider rails are a popular style choice for interior plantation shutters. Divider layers essential divide your shutters to that the top and bottom portion of your shutters can be controlled separately. This arrangement is popular in both bedrooms and bathrooms, where you may want to keep the bottom shutters closed for privacy reasons but may want to open the top shutters in order to allow in light. If you have a space where you need both privacy and light, divider rail style shutters are often a good option.

The important thing to remember with interior plantation shutters is that you can customize the louver width, the foldability of the shutters, and the divider rail. Play with these options to create a design that works for your home. Interior plantation shutters are a great way to accent the new custom windows in your home. They add a touch of class and style to the overall feeling of your home.