The Difference Between Interior and Exterior Shutters: Rundown for Boise Homeowners
Exterior and interior shutters are totally different products, and if you’re uneducated on the differences, you could spend a lot of time or money shopping around for something you don’t need. Here’s what you need to know.
Exterior Shutters
First, we have to be clear that Sunburst Shutters Boise doesn’t build or sell exterior shutters. Instead, our area of expertise is in elegant interior shutters for Boise homes.
Outdoor shutters really only do one of two things: they’re either only for looks as a complement to your windows, or they’re heavy-duty “hurricane shutters,” built to guard your windows from heavy damage during severe weather.
Decorative exterior shutters typically look good on very specific styles of homes, such as more rustic homes as well as Mediterranean houses. Hurricane shutters are fairly uncommon outside of a few areas of the country, and many types don’t even look like typical shutters, and instead look like large iron sheets.
As for those outdoor shutters that do open and close on your window, they don’t tend to have a lot of functionality. They can’t form a seal to block heat and their louvers (if they exist) usually can’t be adjusted. Aside from that, exterior shutters can serve to give a splash of color that looks fantastic on your home.
Look Into Exterior Shutters If:
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You need to protect your windows from severe storm damage.
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You want to add a splash of color to the outside of your house.
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You have enough space around your windows to put in outdoor shutters.
Interior Shutters
Interior shutters are our area of expertise, and they’re the ultimate window covering in combining looks and functionality. Placed directly in or above your window jamb, interior shutters become a piece of your home the moment they’re put in. And unlike exterior shutters, interior shutters can go on any window, anywhere in your home.
The fashion that classic interior shutters bring your house is unmatched, and they’re extremely versatile. Plantation shutters can serve as an amazing accent to any style of home; from historic Craftsman homes to chic houses, and have an assortment of colors, textures, and frame options to suit your taste.
Look into interior shutters if:
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You need to be able to control your lighting, inside temperature, and energy-efficiency.
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You need a flexible, long-lasting window treatment.
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You need to add some elegance your home, and complement your existing inside trim.
