Secure Your Home With Aluminium Security Shutters

All plantation shutters supply a source of security and privacy, but Porchester Aluminium Security Shutters enhances both of these features, especially security.

With a key and lock design, a double key turn locking system and an intruder resistant system, Portchester Aluminum Security Shutters add an extra layer of security to your home.

If you want to have some and peace of mind in your home, here are three reasons why you should invest in Porchester Aluminium Security Shutters for your home:

A stylish security solution

The days of putting up security dressing window gates and guards that convert your home into looking and feeling like a prison cell are long gone. Porchester Aluminium Security Shutters secure your home while adding a touch of style and sophistication to your interior and exterior. These shutters work well in every room from the living area to kitchen, bedroom to the bathroom.

Look just like wooden shutters

Our Porchester Aluminium Security Shutter range looks very similar to our wooden shutter range, allowing you to dress vulnerable windows with security shutters and the other windows in your home with wooden shutters helping to maintain a consistent scheme throughout your home. Available in full height, bi-fold and by-pass, security shutters operate like wooden shutters.

Tried and tested

Portchester Aluminium Security Shutters have been one of the most popular forms of window and door security around the world for many years, and are increasingly gaining popularity in London and the UK. Manufactured in South Africa where security is taken very seriously, the Portchester Aluminum Security Shutter range defends your home without sacrificing style.

 

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

Do Plantation Shutters Provide Complete Blackout in a Room?

Plantation shutters are a stylish and practical addition to your home, coming with a range of benefits, including complete control of the light that enters the room. With complete control, do plantation shutters provide complete blackout in a room?

Plantation shutters block out external light

Plantation shutters are designed to control light and when fully closed will create a very dark environment. Plantation shutters are extremely effective and work exceptionally well compared to other window treatments such as roller blinds.

Plantation shutters block a significant amount of light from entering a room. However, it is imperative that some light will find its way into a room whether through the window frame or the slats. Even shutters paired with heavy curtains may see some light seeping through.

Blackout shutters for total darkness

Our Shutter & Shade range is a complete blackout shutter solution, blocking out 99% of all external light for absolute darkness. As well as providing complete darkness and privacy, the Shutter & Shade range blocks out external noise too.

Our Shutter & Shade range is the ideal for bedrooms, nurseries and bathrooms, and particularly rooms that receive more direct sunlight during the day. Children and nightshift workers can enjoy undisruptive sleep during the day, and office workers can enjoy the perfect environment without glare on their computer screen.

Our Shutter & Shade range is designed to block out all external light, and with an array of colours available, including a custom colour option, will perfectly match your interior.

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For more information on our Shutter & Shade blackout shutter range, or to book your free no obligation in-house survey, call Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All plantation shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

Introducing Our New Wood Grain Shutter Range

Imagine a stylish new look for your interior and exterior, something that adds the ‘wow factor’ to your home and kerb appeal to your property. Consider it done with our new wood grain shutter range, available in a variety of shades, styles and shape.

The wood grain texture of the new shutter range is beautifully stylish and are an inspired choice for your windows. There’s no better way to keep your room cool in summer, warm in winter and bring a lovely new light to your home.

Perfect for any room in the house or workplace, our wood grain shutter range adds a touch of glamour to your windows, including special or odd shaped windows such as curves, triangles and bays.

Ideal for all window types, wardrobes and more

Crafted from premium hardwood, our new wood grain shutter range provides a wide range of customisation options, perfectly fitting your interior vision.

As the range is manufactured from hardwood, it is much lighter than our MDF shutter options. Being lighter makes our new wood grain shutter range the ideal choice for larger windows and window coverings for roof spaces. The new range can be used for installations that require a more complex frame such as bay windows and conservatories too.

Our new wood grain shutter range is ideal for patio doors, built-in wardrobes and room dividers too. The lighter, robust hardwood is suited to bi-fold and by-pass track systems.

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

What are Shaker Panel Shutters?

Shaker panel shutters are another name for solid panel window shutters and are the ideal solution for making a stylish statement in any home or workplace.

Every property type will benefit from shaker panel shutters as they give the windows the ‘wow’ factor. From a practical point of view, shaker panel shutters are easy to maintain and clean.

Shaker shutter styles

There are two main styles of shaker panel shutters. The first being completely solid, giving a stunning period feel to a room. The second has a louvred top section which can be opened separately, giving more control over light and privacy levels.

Shaker shutters for windows

Perfectly suited for period houses and character cottages, shaker panel shutters offer a beautiful, more traditional style. The solid panel, with no operative louvres, can be opened or closed for a perfect combination of both light and privacy options.

Alternatively, with a louvred top section, shaker panel shutters can maintain complete privacy while allowing natural light to enter your home. Ideal for homes that face onto a street or high-traffic areas.

The perfect solution for fitted wardrobes

Clothing when hanging in a wardrobe needs air, otherwise they can acquire a stale odour. Shaker panel shutters with louvred sections are ideal for wardrobes as it helps ventilate the inside without being able to see the clothes inside.

Shaker panel shutters look amazing as wardrobe doors. As they are made from high-quality hardwood, they are available in a wide range of colours and stains to blend in with any decor, giving your bedroom that very special look.

 

If you would like more information on shaker panel shutters or would like to book your free no obligation in-house survey, contact us on 0203 960 6963. All plantation shutters from Totally Shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

Plantation Shutters for Modern and Traditional Properties

Plantation shutters are the ideal window dressing for all ages and styles of properties. But with countless styles available, it can be difficult to settle on what style of shutters will best complement your home. One thing to keep in mind is the era and architectural style of your home.

Here’s what shutter styles look best with architectural property styles:

Georgian properties

Most Georgian houses were designed with sash windows, with larger windows downstairs and smaller windows upstairs. Traditionally, Georgian homes would be dressed with solid shutters, however, louvred shutters offer a more contemporary look.

Victorian properties

Bay windows were a popular feature in Victorian properties. Full length or tier-on-tier shutters are the ideal solution for bay windows as they follow the line of the window and don’t clutter the room. Whether maintaining the traditional look or modernising this style of property, plantation shutters add the finishing touch to Victorian properties.

Art Deco properties

An Art Deco property often features a stained glass or ornate design window. Solid shutters offer the perfect window solution as they can be opened to reveal the full feature window.

New build properties

At Totally Shutters, we have seen a huge rise in popularity of shutters in new build and contemporary homes. Made-to-measure shutters compliment new build properties, adding a touch of style and sophistication to the windows. Some modern properties suit larger louvres and panels, offering a more simplistic and modern design.

 

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

Made-to-Measure Shutters for Unusual Shaped Windows

Homes come with an array of window shapes and sizes that add character to the wall, roof or ceiling. But unusual shaped windows are stunning to look at and can be a great feature to have but are difficult to cover.

Often added as a feature, unusually shaped windows can be a stunning addition to any room or property. However, traditional window dressing options such as blinds and curtains only cover up these shapes or cover part of the window. Shutters are often the only answer to retaining the original shape of the window.

Plantation shutters for all window shapes

Whether the window is arched or angled, made-to-measure plantation shutters are the most practical and stunning window solution.

Totally Shutters have been manufacturing and installing made-to-measure plantation shutters for over 15 years. We offer a range of shutter solutions to fit all shaped windows and doors. Whether you have a round, square, triangular or oval shaped windows, you can enjoy premium, made-to-measure shutter system that fits the space and your sense of style perfectly.

Our made-to-measure shutters are measured precisely by one of our surveyors who will carry out your free no obligation in-house survey.

 

If you have an unusual shaped window that you would like to dress with made-to-measure shutters, contact the Totally Shutters team today on 0203 960 6963. All plantation shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

The Pros and Cons of Solid Shutters

Traditionally used in Victorian homes, solid shutters are built with solid inserts instead of louvres. The beauty of solid shutters is not only their look but their simplicity. Solid shutters are increasing in popularity as more and more people are discovering the excellent benefits the window covering brings.

Here are the pros and cons of solid shutters to help you decide:

Pros of solid shutters:

  • Near blackout solution, blocking out 99% sunlight
  • Maximum privacy and outdoor noise blockage
  • Extremely efficient at insulating the home
  • Incredibly durable and easy to clean
  • Increase the value of your home
  • Available in different styles, materials and finishes

Cons of solid shutters:

  • Less flexible than other solutions, they are either open or closed
  • There are no louvres to adjust privacy or light

Solid shutters are incredibly popular in Victorian properties as homeowners look to restore their home’s period features. They are also incredibly popular in bedrooms where a blackout solution is required. A stylish yet traditional option, solid shutters come in a range of hardwood and finishes,

 

For more information or advice on made-to-measure solid shutters, contact Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. We can talk through the different solid shutter options available, give you advice on the best window solution for you and book you in for a free no obligation in-house survey. All solid shutters from Totally Shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

Get Your House Summer Ready

Summer is around the corner. Along with a new season comes a change in weather, harmful UV rays that can damage wooden surfaces and sweltering heat that can drive your utility bill through the roof. But don’t fear, we’ve got you covered. Here are 4 ways to get your house ready for the Summer:

1. Clean and declutter

It’s time to for a spot of last-minute ‘Spring cleaning’ and chuck out everything you no longer need. If there is anything that needs fixing or replacing, it’s the perfect time to start the new season with new or refreshed things. As the weather gets warmer it’s a great time to make your home safe again by getting rid of all the mould, dust and dirt.

2. Tend your garden

During the winter months, your garden can often get a little neglected. It’s time to dust off your lawn mower and give your grass a cut, remove the weeds and trim back the trees. It’s also the perfect time to clean off your barbecue and freshen up your outdoor space.

3. Clean the gutters

During the winter month’s the weather can be harsh. It’s important to clean out your gutter from the Autumn leaves. Cleaning the gutter can be a tough job but it ensures the water in the downpipes aren’t blocked and are flowing nicely preventing any water build up.

4. Install shutters

Shutters are a great way to cool your home and cut down your air-con bill. Plantation shutters reduce the heat coming through your windows while adding characters to your window and your home. With shutters, you can keep your windows open and keep the airflow coming through while maintaining privacy levels.

 

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

3 Home Improvements to Make Your House More Eco-Friendly

We all want to do our bit in saving the environment, so if you’re embarking on a home renovation soon, here are a few environment-friendly home improvement ideas to take into consideration:

1. Low VOC paint

Painting green doesn’t mean painting the walls in lime or emerald but choosing paints with a low VOC (volatile organic compounds) that don’t emit toxic chemicals into the air that are bad the environment.

These low-chemical paints are not only significantly better for the environment, but are better for your health too and won’t give you that sickly, dizzy feeling that is coming when working with VOC paints.

2. Solar panels

Solar panel installation can be costly, but the return on investment is substantial in an economic climate where traditional energy consumption is becoming more expensive.

The main benefit of solar panels is the long-term gains for the environment but if you ever choose to sell your home, solar panels add to your property’s market value considerably.

3. Window shutters

Window shutters improve your home’s value as well as adding to its aesthetical appeal. They’re also kinder to the environment as they are proven to be an effective form of heat insulation helping to save on your annual bills.

It is thought that we lose ten times more heat through glass than a typical wall, making windows one of the most porous parts of the home. Shutters act as a barrier and prevent heat loss.

 

To discuss your shutter options and the benefits of shutter blinds, or to book your free no obligation in-house survey, contact Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All shutters from Totally Shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.

Before and After Plantation Shutters

Made-to-measure plantation shutters are a big commitment. Although attractive, they can come with a hefty price tag which can make you want to consider other window covering options.

However, there are a number of compelling reasons to opt for shutter blinds over drapes or blinds. They have a clean contemporary look, enhancing your home and kerb appeal. And many homeowners find shutters a plus when comparing potential homes which can make your investment pay off in the long run.

If you’re still on the fence on shutters, here are a few of our favourite before and after pictures from the archives:

Full height shutters

 

 

 

 

 

 

Full height shutters installed in London.

Full height shutters cover the whole window providing both privacy and elegance. They are ideal for almost any room and can be used to cover doors as well as windows.

Cafe style shutters

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ash white cafe style shutters installed in London.

Cafe style shutters cover the bottom portion of the window, leaving the top open for maximum light. They are a great choice for scenic rooms which require privacy over light reduction.

Shutters installed in a bay window

 

 

 

 

 

 

Grey shutters installed in a bay window in Kent.

Plantation shutters lend themselves to bay windows, adapting to the shape in a way no other furnishing can. Whether you have a curved, angled or box bay, made-to-measure shutters will beautifully fit the window and enhance its features.

 

If you want to transform the look of your home, look no further than plantation shutters. For more information on shutters or to book your free no obligation in-house survey, call Totally Shutters today on 0203 960 6963. All shutters from Totally Shutters come with a 5-year guarantee.