Old World Shutter Types

There are many old world shutter types that add interest and functionality to your home. Whether you want to add an authentic touch to an older home or would like a romantic or European feel to your home, there's an old world shutter type to suit your needs.

Colonial Shutters

Colonial shutters, sometimes called traditional shutters, are usually found on Revolutionary homes on the east coast. They have wedge-shaped panels with a small ridge down the middle to ensure privacy and light control. Colonial shutters are popular choices for cafe style half shutters.

Custom Exterior Shutters

Custom exterior shutters are available from many manufacturers. They can be functional or simply decorative and can be made from a variety of materials. Combinations of different woods and even metals are not unusual on custom shutters. Decorative cut-outs may also be used.

Custom Shutters

Custom shutters are useful if you have some unusually shaped windows or want something really special and decorative. You may also have custom shutters made if you want specifications not readily available in mass-produced shutter models.

Custom Wood Shutters

Custom wood shutters may have to be made if you have unusually shaped windows or want shutters that are not readily available from local stores. You may want to purchase custom wood shutters to match the style of your home or to replace wooden shutters that have rotted away.

Decorative Shutters

Decorative shutters may or may not be functional and can be either inside or outside shutters. There are many materials and techniques to make decorative shutters look great on your home. Decorative shutters are available at many home improvement stores or you can have them custom made.

Exterior Window Shutters

There are many options for exterior window shutters. Depending on your shutter needs and the style of your home some exterior window shutters are better than others. Exterior window shutters can be functional or just decorative and can add a nice touch to any home.

Exterior Wood Shutters

Exterior wood shutters are traditional type of shutter and still very popular today. There are many different kinds of wood that shutters may be made out of. Probably the most popular shutter wood is Cedar because of its stability and resistance against the elements.

House Shutters

Looking for house shutters? Well, there are lots of manufacturers to choose from. Most home improvement stores have a good selection of house shutters or you could order your house shutters online. There are many websites dedicated to providing quality shutters for your home.

Hurricane Shutters

Hurricane shutters are specially designed to withstand the gale force winds of a tropical storm. These shutters help protect your home or business from hurricanes and similar storms. Most hurricane shutters are rolling or sliding style shutters with automatic or manual closing mechanisms.

Interior Shutters

Interior shutters are used to enhance the appearance of you home, control natural lighting, and provide privacy. Interior shutters are a great alternative to curtains, blinds, and other window coverings. Almost any shutter style can be used for interior shutters; it all depends on your needs.

Louver Shutters

One of the most common types of shutters are louver shutters. Louvers are the slats or blinds found on plantation shutters, colonial shutters, and other styles. Louvers can be fixed, but they are usually movable to allow different amounts of light in.

Panel Shutters

Panel shutters are another common type of shutter. Unlike louver shutters, panel shutters are solid with no blinds, like miniature doors for your windows. Panel shutters are either non-functional or are used during severe weather. Traditional panel shutters can add an authentic touch to older homes.

Plantation Shutters

Plantation shutters are a type of movable louver shutter popularized in older Southern homes that give these shutters their name. Considered more contemporary than traditional shutters, plantation shutters are perfect for homes with large, open windows. Plantation shutters are extremely versatile and can be used in a variety of rooms.

Outdoor Shutters

Outdoor shutters are used for decoration or as functional shutters. Shutters can enhance the appearance of the outside of your home or business. Functional outdoor shutters shed rain, allow air transfer, filter direct sunlight, and provide privacy. Non-functional outdoor shutters just look nice.

Vinyl Window Shutters

Vinyl window shutters are a very affordable shutter material that is readily available at most home improvement stores. Be careful, though, because some vinyl shutters are low quality and look very plastic. Many online companies sell high quality vinyl window shutters in many different styles.

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