In Part 1 of “10 Reasons Why You Should Buy Real Wood Shutters,” we talked about the traditional value of real wood shutters (also called real wood plantation shutters), their longevity, how versatile they are, and care information. Today we will discuss some of the benefits. Conscientious homeowners examine the options regarding window treatments for many reasons. Energy efficiency and aesthetics are only two considerations for which homeowners look in … Read More →

Technology is barreling on ahead of us. New materials are popping up on the market all the time. These new materials have their charms, and no one wants to stop progress. However, sometimes traditional materials are the best. They became traditional, after all, because they have properties perfect for their use, and can survive generations without a need to change. A perfect case in point is real wood shutters (also … Read More →

Windows are put in structures because they allow air and light to enter. Window dressings were devised to keep out drafts and nosy neighbors. What windows need is a balance between the two, and it would help if the balance was attractive. Homeowners have quite a few choices, custom or otherwise, if they don’t like plantation shutters. Depending on the direction and intensity of the light, the shape, height and … Read More →

Determining the best window treatments for French doors is always a personal experience since it’s based on your style and interior decorating. Perhaps you didn’t think you’d have any possibility of being able to provide window treatments for your French doors without extreme limitations. The good news is you have plenty of options with variations on blinds, shades, and shutters. Each type of treatment lets you bring some artistic sensibility … Read More →