When shopping for plantation shutters, there are a few considerations to keep in mind. The most important factor is the material used to make the plantation shutter. Basswood has the best characteristics for window shutters because it is a very straight hard wood with little distortion. Basswood also has a fine, uniform texture and indistinct grain, which make it superior for staining or painting. There are also many new materials on the shutter market now. Composite or fauxwood material has gotten very popular to have your interior plantation shutters made from. The composite shutter material beacause its use in high humidity areas is especially popular here in the Wilmington, NC area and all of Southeastern North Carolina. Composite shutters do not come as many colors as wood shutters. But if you are looking for a neutral color you should not have to hard of time finding a color that will work for you. Composite plantation shutters are easy to clean and never have to be painted. Also composite shutters tend to be slightly less expensive than wood shutters. You should also look for a company that can make your shutters to exactly fit your window so you can receive the best final fit for your window. Plantation shutters both available in a traditional style which uses a 1-1/4 inch louver with 3/ 4 inch thick shutter stile. You do see a lot plantation shutters utilizing the larger louvers today which range between 2-1/2 and 4-1/2 inches, and 1-1/8 inch thick shutter stile. Plantation shutters are generally more versatile for a wide range of decorating styles. Traditional shutters have been limited in the past to homes with smaller rooms and windows, but have recently been used with the lager shutter louvers in more contemporary applications.
Looking online for Your Plantation Shutters
Looking for shutters online allows the you to view styles, specifications, and prices in complete detail. But you really do not get a feel for the quality or finish that you may be getting when looking online. Shutters can be ordered in a wide variety of sizes to best fit each individual your window. I suggest you use the internet to educate your self on features and materials available. Looking around online will also give you a idea of what you will be spending for your shutters.
Locally shopping in Wilmington NC for your Shutters
I live in Wilmington, NC and when shopping for plantation shutters there are many different companies that serve Wilmington and all of Southeastern North Carolina. Installing shutters is no easy task so you would want to ask how long they have been working ion the shutter industry and get a feel for the person to see if they seem knowledgeably about there product. If you are leaning to the composite material for having your plantation shutter made from. Be aware of the differences in how the composite shutter materials is made. So composite shutter materials look very plastic like and can warp and fade over time. That is one of the advantages you get when shopping locally. You can see the shutter up close and get a real feel for what it will look like in your window.
Once your plantation shutters are finished and installed, you will have a high-quality product that will increase the value of your home. That will give your home a unique look and will set it apart from your neighbors. We strongly encourage you to do as much research about shutters as possible. Education is key to the end satisfaction of your shutters.It is no secret, window shutters can be expensive. We encourage any homeowner considering shutters in their home to initially price shutters online. This will give you perspective to the assortment of quotes you may receive. Then look in your local area and most companies will come out and give you a free estimate. Always get multiple quotes when looking around for your shutters. You will find a lot of times there will be a big price difference from company to company here in Wilmington,NC. Ask questions to the sales person about there products features and check into if they have any type of warranty.
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