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Five Reasons to Install Wooden Shutters

Wooden window shutters are an undeniably premium commodity, costing more than traditional blinds or curtains, though in terms of overall value for money, premium-quality shutters represent an unbeatable investment in your home’s comfort, value and appeal.

The appeal of wooden window shutters is universal, but convincing yourself to take the plunge and bring them into your home is not always easy. But when you take a moment to consider the potential benefits of installing wooden shutters, you begin to understand both their popularity and their timeless appeal. For anyone thinking about installing wooden window shutters at home, here are just five of the many benefits of doing just that:

1. They Boost Curb Appeal

Extensive surveys have shown that installing wooden window shutters is one of the best and easiest ways to add real value to your home. The simple fact of the matter is that wooden window shutters appeal to all types of homebuyers and have been shown to make a significant contribution to property values. Even if you are not planning on selling your home in the near future, shutters could help you get the best price for it when you eventually do. Long-term, an investment in high-quality window shutters will often pay for itself.

2. They Can Be Customised in Countless Ways

The beauty of bespoke window shutters lies in the way they open the door (no pun intended) to total creative freedom. They can be crafted to suit windows of all shapes and sizes, they can be manufactured using a broad range of materials and they can be finished in a limitless range of colours and styles. Whether you are looking for something that blends in seamlessly with its surroundings or creates a bold point of focus for the entire space, your shutters can be anything you want them to be.

3. They Maximise Privacy and Security

Wooden window shutters comprise louvres (slats) that can be adjusted with pinpoint precision, in order to maximise privacy at all times of day and night. They can be closed fully to completely obscure the view from outside, or tilted in a way that allows natural light into the space while still maintaining privacy. In addition, high-quality shutters can make a major contribution to home security, placing a robust physical barrier between the indoors and outdoors.

4. They’re Easy to Clean

Window shutters manufactured from hard materials and finished to a high-quality standard are so much easier to clean than conventional curtains. The non-porous surface of the material makes it impossible for dirt, grime and bacteria to accumulate. They can be kept clean and hygienic with a quick wipe and can be particularly useful in homes with allergy sufferers. Treated to minimal TLC, wooden window shutters can also have an indefinite lifespan, often outlasting the very homes they are installed in.

5. They Are Energy Efficient

Studies have shown how wooden window shutters can be significantly more energy efficient than almost any comparable window coverings. In fact, upgrading to high-quality shutters has been shown to reduce heat loss in some homes by as much as 60%. During the winter months, wooden shutters help keep warm air inside the home, while at the same time keeping cold air at bay.

In summer, the panels can be closed to block the sun’s rays, keeping interior spaces cool and comfortable. This adds up to lower heating and cooling bills throughout the year, reducing costs and your home’s carbon footprint.

For more information on any of the above or to discuss the potential benefits of wooden window shutters in more detail, contact a member of the team at Riverside Shutters today.

This was posted in Bdaily's Members' News section by iCONQUER Ltd .