We often think of Plantation shutters as the most gracious of window treatments, giving interior windows a true Southern charm. Really, there are many other applications well suited for this airy wide louver style. Over the years we have had the following questions asked and the answers show the true versatility of Plantation Shutters. Can …
Exterior Shutters
Kestrel Exterior Shutters
An Introduction to Plantation Shutters
If there is any one style of shutter that is requested more than any other it is Plantation Shutters. What is surprising is that many people come to us for Plantation Shutters without even knowing what they are. Simply put, there has been so much publicity on Plantation Shutters over the years that people recognize …
Village Shutters
In a small village named Snowdenville, where two roads intersect under an old maple tree, there are several older homes situated on each of the corners. All of the homes are different with their own personality and charm. One common bond that they do share is that they all display the same style board and …
What’s wrong with how these shutters were installed?
In my last post, “Finding a Wood Shutter”, I included this picture as shown. While it is a beautiful picture of Kestrel European Board and Batten Shutters with a breadboard top, I noted that there is something wrong with the hardware installation. It will be easier to see if you imagine the shutters closing over …
Finding a Wood Shutter
Finding a wood shutter supplier with a simple Google search is easy, just be attuned to where and how the shutters are made and with what they made with before you buy. Do your homework by simply asking questions and doing some internet research on the materials and construction methods. There are many types of …
An open and shut case when it comes to deciding which louver to have
Deciding on a Louver style is a combination of how the louvers will be used, the surrounding décor, and your own personal preference. First to think about is how will the louvers be used. For both inside and outside applications knowing the purpose of the louvers is helpful to determine if you need fixed or …