Plantation Shutters for the New Year

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Winter is just around the corner, and the countdown to Christmas is on. As we get excited for spending quality time with our nearest and dearest, you may be thinking about sprucing your home up for 2021, and what better way to spruce your home up than with the gift that keeps on giving – plantation shutters.

Plantation Shutters Will Be Your Best Investment

As we spend more time at home, it’s the place where we feel safe, kick back and relax, and in some cases, work. Plantation shutters provide the perfect backdrop for spending quality time with your family. They give maximum light and privacy control, and an extra layer of security, making them the ideal window covering for working from home, relaxing and feeling safer at home.

As plantation shutters have excellent insulation qualities, they will help keep your home warm and cosy in the winter months, while helping to reflect sunlight and glare in the summer months. Plantation shutters help lower your annual utility bill, and add value to your property, should you decide to sell.

Plantation shutters really do add the finishing touch to your home and are the perfect New Year investment.

 

If you are looking to have made-to-measure plantation shutters installed in 2021, call Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963 to book your free no obligation in-house survey. All plantation shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

Why Plantation Shutters are the Perfect Option Right Now

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Plantation shutters are a stylish choice for your windows that are great at saving space, allowing for total flexibility with your lighting and privacy levels while being energy efficient, helping save money on your energy bill.

As we spend more time at home, there’s never been a better time to invest in plantation shutters, here’s why:

1. Better light control

If you’re working from home, and spending more time in your property, choosing the right window dressing is paramount. Do you require more or less light? The benefits of shutters are that they offer you full control over the light levels that enter your room, meaning no more screen glare, whether that be computer or television screen.

2. Keeps the noise out

With so many things to worry about, you can’t beat a rejuvenating sleep. Unlike blinds and curtains, plantation shutters have been proven to act as a natural sound barrier. The wood that we use in our designs acts as an effective shield to outside noise. With plantation shutters, you’ll enjoy a more peaceful home and considerably better sleep.

3. They are an investment

Plantation shutters are an investment that creates kerb appeal and adds value to your home. You won’t be able to take them with you when it’s time to sell, but these will prove themselves to be a valuable asset when the time does come.

4. Made to last

Somethings may not be certain right now, but plantain shutters are. All of our shutters are made from strong and durable hardwood that will last the test of time. Paired with our 5-year guarantee, you can be confident that you’ve chosen high quality, long-lasting product for your home.
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For more information on plantation shutters, or to book your free, no obligation in-house survey, contact Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All window shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

What are Shaker Panel Shutters?

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Solid panel window shutters, also known as shaker panel shutters, add character to your property and make a real statement in any home or workplace.

Whether a modern property or home from the Victorian era or much earlier, all houses would benefit from this window greatly, not only because shaker panel shutters give the windows the ‘wow’ factor, but also from a practical point of view.

Shaker Panel Shutter Styles

There are two main styles, the first being completely solid. These are exceptionally easy to maintain, keep clean and dust-free while giving a stunning period feel to any room. The second is the type with a louvred top section, which can be opened separately, giving options which may be useful under certain conditions such as:

  • Perfect for high-traffic areas, such as in the city centre, as the solid base allows them to take knocks a lot better.
  • Ideal for street-facing rooms, as the top louvred section, can be partially opened allowing in light while giving privacy.
  • They are perfect for cupboards and wardrobed that require ventilation.
  • Gives the option to allow as little or as much light and air into the room as needed.

For more information on shaker panel shutters, or to book your free, no obligation in-house survey, contact Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All solid panel window shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

Choose Stained Wooden Shutters for a Traditional Appeal

Stained wooden plantation shutters have an underestimated luxury appeal. Not only do they look, feel and smell exquisite, the craftsmanship that Totally Shutters is renowned for, makes them stand out above others.

Stained wooden shutters have a distinctive personality as no two hardwood grains are exactly the same, so every set of plantation shutters are unique, making a room look truly wonderful.

Rather than the PVC alternative, a genuine wooden shutter feels and looks like nothing else. Quality always sets itself apart and it’s definitely the case with hardwood shutters from Totally Shutters.

What are the benefits of hardwood plantation shutters?

Hardwood is a strong and versatile material that is easy to maintain, making it the perfect material for plantation shutters. Hardwood is a sustainable source, so you know you will be doing your bit for the planet. Other benefits of hardwood plantation shutters include:

  • Full light control – by tilting the louvres, you can decide how much light you want to enter your room
  • Privacy control – no more prying eyes from neighbours or passersby, as they won’t be able to see in, without compromising light
  • Additional insulation – as your shutters provide an extra layer between the glass and the room, heat will be kept in and cold out, helping reduce utility bills
  • Security – their exterior acts as a deterrent to would-be intruders
  • Versatility – as hardwood is strong, it is perfectly suited to unusual shaped windows such as arches and bays, regardless of their size

 

For more information on the benefits of stained wooden plantation shutters, or to book your free, no obligation in-house survey, contact Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All wooden shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

The Privacy Benefits of Cafe Style Shutters

Cafe style shutters are a great choice for properties in busy towns. If your home is overlooked by another property, or close to a pavement, then the privacy of your home is paramount and your window dressing should stop neighbours and passersby from looking into your home.

Listed as one of the “Top 10 Privacy Enhancing Window Treatments” by Houzz, cafe style shutters make your home private while letting in the light.

What are cafe style shutters?

Cafe style shutters cover your window halfway, providing privacy while the top half remains free for natural light to enter. The flexibility of louvres means that these type of shutters are the most beneficial bay window treatment, keeping your privacy for even the most prominent parts of your home.

As cafe style shutters are available in a choice of robust materials, such as hardwood or mdf, they add an extra layer between your home and the outside world, helping reduce heat loss and your utility bills.

Cafe style shutters from Totally Shutters

At Totally Shutters, all plantation shutter styles including cafe style, are made-to-measure to your requirements, meaning maximum privacy. Also, different louvre sizes can be included. The smaller the louvres, the more privacy you can achieve, while the larger the louvres you choose, the more light you allow into the room.

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For more information on the benefits of cafe style shutters, or to book your free, no obligation in-house survey, contact Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All plantation shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

Reducing Heat Loss With Plantation Shutters

The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting colder, as Winter is just around the corner, homeowners are looking for new ways to reduce heat loss to control their heating bills.

Plantation shutters provide an excellent way to improve energy efficiency in your home. According to a recent study by The English Heritage, when closed, shutters can reduce heat loss through a window by more than 50%.

If you’re looking for ways to conserve energy, reduce heat loss, lower heating bills and improve home comfort, plantation shutters are the solution for you.

Are Plantation Shutters Really Energy-Efficient?

In short, yes. Plantation shutters are the most energy-efficient window dressing on the market and will help reduce heat loss in the winter months and reflect heat in the summer. Plantation shutters are great insulators, trapping the cold air between your shutter and window.

Do Plantation Shutters Prevent Heat Loss?

Plantation shutters are the best way to prevent heat loss through the window. When the shutter panels and louvres are closed, they can reduce heat by more than 50%. This percentage increases with secondary glazing.

Do Window Shutters Keep Heat In?

As plantation shutters add a layer of insulation to your window, they will keep the warm air in your room and block out any draughts. The solid material of shutters provides a more effective solution to other window solutions such as blinds and curtains.

 

For more information on reducing heat loss in your home with plantation shutters, or to book your free, no obligation in-house survey, contact Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All plantation shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

Choosing the Right Plantation Shutter Material for your Window

Often, some customers feel overwhelmed by the many plantation shutter solutions they’re faced with, which is perfectly normal when deciding the best solution. But, Totally Shutters are on hand to help walk through the entire process one step and one decision at a time.

In this blog post, we will discuss the different plantation materials that we offer, each possessing its unique advantages. The two materials that we offer for our plantation shutters are Paulownia hardwood and waterproof UPVC:

Paulownia Hardwood

Our Paulownia Hardwood shutters are a great choice if you’re looking for a particular colour of shutters, as they can come in a wide range of colours and stains.

Paulownia is a strong and lightweight hardwood that comes from a sustainable source. Boasting an engineered core, Paulownia offers excellent dimensional stability, reducing the possibility of warping.

Paulownia offers exceptional stability which is perfect for high access areas. Due to its engineered core, Paulownia offers excellent dimensional stability which hugely reduces warping.

Due to the hardwood construction, Paulownia shutters aren’t as waterproof as our UPVC shutters.

UPVC shutters

UPVC shutters are sturdy and immune to damage from water. If direct water contact or moisture is a concern, UPVC shutters is the perfect choice.

UPVC shutters are most popular for kitchens and bathrooms. They look great behind your sink, where there is always potential for a splash, or in a wet room where they will get direct contact with water.

Not only that, UPVC shutters are our most affordable shutter material and come in a number of different styles.

 

For more information on finding the right plantation shutters for your home, or to book your free, no obligation in-house survey, contact Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All plantation shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

Improve Your Kerb Appeal with Plantation Shutters

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A pretty exterior isn’t just easy on the eyes when it comes to selling your home, your home’s kerb appeal can make or break a sale.

It takes potential buyers just eight seconds to decide whether they like or dislike your property. If you’re looking to sell your home or have it valued, kerb appeal can be worth almost 10% of your home’s value, so it’s worth sprucing up the front of your home before letting agents and buyers view it.

Improving your kerb appeal

Along with cleaning your windows and front doors, weeding and sweeping the ground, highlighting your exterior’s best features will help to increase your property’s home appeal.

Often curtains can look good on the inside but the view from the outside can tell a different story, giving a terrible first impression. Net or shabby curtains can appear dated and this impression from the outside can taint the rest of the visit.

First impressions are very hard to override. If your house looks dated from the outside, people will expect the rest of the house to be dated too before they have walked through the front door.

Will plantation shutters add value to my home?

Stylish yet practical, plantation shutters set the highest standard of style in terms of window dressings. Plantation shutters help make your home stand out when listed on the market.

Not only do they offer privacy, light and style to your home both inside and out, but they come with the property as they are made-to-measure which means the buyers won’t have to invest in the window dressing themselves.

 

Maximising the kerb appeal of your home is essential if you’re thinking of selling your property in the future. For more information, or to book your free, no obligation in-house survey, contact Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All plantation shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

Can Plantation Shutters be Used on Sliding Doors? Absolutely!

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At Totally Shutters, we are seeing an increase in customers opting for plantation shutters on sliding doors within their homes.

Open plan extensions with doors that span the entire wall is an interior must-have for lots of homeowners. These incredible, impressive doors do not lend themselves to blinds or curtains, which is where plantation shutters for doors come in.

Plantation shutters for sliding doors

As sliding doors are usually made up of large panels of glass, plantation shutters are the perfect addition to sliding doors. Shutters on sliding doors offer complete privacy as well as full control over the light levels.

At Totally Shutters, we have two main options available for sliding doors: bi-fold track shutters and bypass track shutters.

Shutters on a track

Plantation shutters on a track are ideal for large doors, as they can bi-fold to the side(s) or they can bypass to the side(s) giving you full access to the door when required.

Tracked shutters are perfectly suited for wide sliding doors and large windows where you don’t want a bottom frame piece.

Bi-folding shutters

Bi-folding shutters are a concertina-style, which means you can push them back to the side of your sliding door and have them neatly stacked in front of each other. This is great as it allows your open-door space to be free from obstructions with the freedom to fold the panels back over the open door.

Bi-folding shutters are ideal if you have young children or pets that you want to benefit from the outdoor air without them running in or out.

Bypass shutters

Bypass shutters are also on a track but the panels slide in front and behind of each other. If you have a single sliding door, then this design is perfect as it will fall in line with your current door design seamlessly.

 

Plantation shutters for doors are available in all our quality hardwood ranges, available in all paint and stains. Our shutter specialist will create a bespoke design to best suit your sliding doors.

For more information, or to book your free, no obligation in-house survey, contact Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All shutters for sliding doors come with a 5-year guarantee.

Plantation Shutter Design Ideas From the Experts

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Often, when showing a customer the many plantation shutters design options available during their free no obligation in-house survey, the Totally Shutters surveyor is asked: “what would you recommend?” So, we thought we would highlight a few of our favourite plantation shutter design ideas for you to steal for your home or business:

Shutters with curtains

A popular choice, many people choose to have both plantation shutters and curtains. Full-height plantation shutters particularly look stunning layered with a soft curtain. If you opt for a fabric that is heavier such as velvet or linen, then insulation levels will be exceptionally high.

White shutters in an all-white interior

An all-white aesthetic never looks anything other than ordinary and is a classic look that goes out of style. White walls, upholstery, lighting and shutters are all-white and then add a few grounding elements to add contrast such as striped cushions, flooring and art for a designer look.

Plantation shutters with a pop of colour

Neutral walls and furniture with plantation shutters that provide a pop of colour, draws attention to your window, helping create a stunning statement in your home. Why not match the colour of your plantation shutters to match the colour of your door?

Grey plantation shutters

We have seen an increase in customers wanting grey plantation shutters for their home, and it’s not hard to see why. Grey shutters retain all the sophistication of white shutters while adding a comforting contrast. Grey walls tone into darker grey solid wood shutters beautifully.

 

Our plantation shutters come in a range of styles, finishes and colours, and with our colour-matching service, we can create your dream shutters in virtually any colour.

For more information, or to book your free, no obligation in-house survey, contact Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All plantation shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.