2. Ventilation and insulation
Shutter slats can be set fully closed or as far apart as you like, allowing you to ventilate a room easily and efficiently without compromising your privacy. The adjustable slats also allow you to keep out unwelcome drafts and may save you money on your fuel bills.
3. Noise reduction
As well as filtering the light and maintaining privacy, shutters can also help reduce noise – ideal if you live in an urban environment, and an attractive alternative to double glazing.
4. Bespoke shutters
Many period properties have beautiful original windows that look gorgeous but can be awkward shapes and sizes. Opting for bespoke shutters, which can be made to fit windows of any shape and size, is a good way to accentuate and draw attention to lovely features.
5. Customisable colour
Wooden shutters can be painted in pretty much any shade you like: the Farrow & Ball and Dulux trade ranges have something to suit every colour scheme no matter what your style.
What style of shutter is best?
1. Tier on tier shutters
Tier on tier shutters are the most versatile style, as you basically have two sets of shutters, one on top of the other, operating independently of each other. So you can have the top open to make the most of an attractive view and the bottom closed for privacy. This type of shutter works particularly well in a bathroom, bedroom or living room which may look out directly onto a street.
2. Café style shutters
Café style shutters provide a good cost–effective option, as they only go partway up the height of the window. This again gives privacy where you need it as well as a lovely continental feel that looks great in kitchens and living areas.
3. Full height shutters
There are no surprises when it comes to ‘full height’ as these are single panels that cover the whole window! It’s a simple but elegant style that can suit any window but gives a real wow factor and dramatic finish to French or patio doors or tall windows.
4. Folding tracked shutters
Create a stunning room divider or cover large windows or doors with a folding tracked option. This works well when you want to pull the shutters back to enjoy a lovely view or get easy access through a patio door or French windows.
5. Motorised shutters
The ultimate luxury, motorised shutters allow you to control the temperature, mood and light of a room at the touch of a button.
For more information on what shutters can do for your home please call Hillarys on 0800 916 6516 or book an appointment with the team. Alternatively, visit www.hillarys.co.uk.
