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An Inside Look At Do It Yourself Plantation Shutters - Articles Surfing

Do-it-yourself plantation shutters are semi-opaque window coverings that normally hinge on either side of a window opening. These shutters are relatively attractive to end users looking to not only improve the appearance of a room, but also enjoy controlled access to light.

Do-it-yourself plantation shutters can come with louvers (horizontal and vertical slats) as small as 1 7/8-inch to 5 ' -inch. The average sizes for interior plantation shutters include 2 ', 3, 3 ', or 4 '-inch movable louvers and comes in elliptical and flat options. An elliptical louver is thicker in the center and tapers to the front and back. It is considered a more durable alternative to the flat louver. Usually, when getting plantation shutter kits, manufacturers rely on an elliptical louver. It is noteworthy to keep in mind that plantation panels are normally 1 1/8-inch thick ' anything narrower is discouraged.

When looking through the many styles of plantation shutters, a collection of factors will influence your ultimate decision. The louver width, shutter size and color will all play an important role. For a more fine look, the shutters should have a narrow width louver, while a more traditional look comes with wider louvers. While the most in vogue color of shutters is oak or white, more customers are dabbling with the colors beige, gray, black, grayish green and cherry.

Nowadays, an expanding number of developers are producing homes with enormous rooms and open windows, making plantation shutters a fashionable option in window coverings. This category of shutter is more current than traditional options. The ability to darken a room and enjoy privacy makes this type of shutter is big plus. The flexibility of do-it-yourself plantation shutters continues to impress, as they are used to spruce up kitchens, kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms and even dining rooms.

One of the biggest reasons that a homeowner outfits their household with plantation shutters is to improve the general appearance of their house. The shutters have a way of creating a more refined look. Another popular draw behind installing do-it-yourself plantation shutters is to obtain the capacity to adjust the amount of light in a room. With the easy adjustment of the louvers, a great amount of light may enter the room just as easily as allowing only a small amount.

Moreover, plantation shutters are much different than curtains or blinds, as they do not come with the gaps that allow light to seep through when closed. Once plantation shutters are closed, not only is light kept out, but also noises taking place outside of the home. While curtains may fade and become soiled, shutters require a low level of maintenance, with uncomplicated dusting to revamp their appearance.

When considering the pros and disadvantages between window treatments and plantation shutters, it is important to note the initial cost of shutters. The average price of do-it-yourself plantation shutters is a possible disadvantage that many end users face.

The price of plantation shutters is normally based upon a per square meter system. Keep in mind that elliptical widths often cost more per square meter than the flat blade. Calculating the cost of do-it-yourself plantation shutters involves the width and drop of window dimensions. To come to a base price for a kit, multiply the width and drop to assess the total square meters. Although the overall cost of plantation shutter kits is sometimes a setback, the long-lasting qualities are well worth the investment.

A few sample costs include caf' (or single) golden oak shutters measuring 34 ' inches wide and 50 inches tall for $386, while double hung pure white shutters measuring 44 ' inches wide and 24 inches tall may cost around $246. Also, remember that the hardware coupled with plantation shutter kits are sometimes bought separately, such as the hinges and magnets that keep the unit steady.

Submitted by:

Johnny Roberts

John Roberts is the author of WindowBlindsArchive.com. Visit his web site for more free tips on getting the right type of windows blinds for your house.



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