There’s an old saying, “You can’t judge a book by its cover” but that’s we all tend to do. If that were true of houses, what would the exterior of your house say about you? Little do people know that the outside of your home can have the greatest impact on visitors – or what they call the “curb appeal”.
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You don’t have to spend a lot of money on making your house more appealing on the outside. It can be as simple as dressing up your windows with exterior shutters on each side! Just the right shutters in just the right colors can enhance the curb appeal of your home and potentially, the resale value.
For the savvy shopper and the uninitiated, here’s a quick guide to buying exterior shutters.
Step One is knowing what your budget is. Just to let you know Garrett Bradbury Authentic Jersey ,?wooden shutters are the most expensive shutters on the market but you can still get the quaint and cozy look of real wood with the more reasonably priced vinyl. But that’s getting ahead of ourselves!
Step Two is getting to know the choice of materials and styles you have.
VINYL
Vinyl is your entry-level option. These shutters are popular because they are durable, reasonably priced and come in all kinds of colors.
Pros:
Affordability
Durable
Easy maintenance
Fade resistant
Available in traditional wood look-alikes
Styles available:
Louvered
Raised Panel
Combination LouverRaised Panel
Open Board and Batten
Joint Board and Batten
Country
Shaker Style
ALUMINUM
Aluminum is the material of choice for assured peace of mind, and is reasonably priced, with powder-coat finishes to lend it color. Aluminum shutters have come to replace wooden shutters in some historical districts, since the upkeep for wooden shutters has increased over time.
Pros:
Maximum durability
Low maintenance
Hundreds of color options
Offers additional protection and security than other materials
Styles available:
Louver
Bahama
WOODEN SHUTTERS
Wooden shutters are the original form of the product Dalvin Cook Authentic Jersey , and are the only acceptable version for traditionalists; up close, a plastic look to the grain becomes more apparent for faux-wood, and wooden shutters are much warmer to the touch. Western Red Cedar and Cypress are two available paint-grade and stain-grade varieties, produced from individual wood profiles that are assembled after being cut. They also come in decorative and functional installations. They happen to be better for large-size (74 cm+) installations than faux wood, since they’re much sturdier.
Western Red Cedar is the definitive wood for shutters Mike Hughes Authentic Jersey , being strong for its weight, with few knots, distinctly smooth, and lends itself well to being painted; given that it retains color well, and will not fade once coated. Its natural tannins repel insects and fungus Kirk Cousins Authentic Jersey , preventing deterioration.
Cypress is a water-resistant wood, and has an attractive grain, used for many different kinds of constructions, the cypressene that it generates also making it resistant to insects, bacteria Adam Thielen Authentic Jersey , and damage from the elements.
Pros:
Long-wearing
Traditional
Variety in shape, size, and colour
Styles available:
Open Louver
Closed Louver
Raised Panel
Flat Panel
Open Board and Batten
Closed Board and Batten
Bahama
COMPOSITE SHUTTERS
Composite shutters are composed of proprietary materials and resin binders shaped into wooden profiles, which are then cut, milled Dru Samia Jersey , and assembled using waterproof adhesives. This material accepts paint better than wood, and has the potential for a wide variety of special shapes and colors.
Pros:
Very long-lasting
Greatest diversity in shape options
Better paint reception and retention
Styles available:
Louvered
Raised Panel
Combination LouverRaised Panel
Flat Panel
Board and Batten
Bahama
Step Three – Now go out or go online to buy your shutters!
Where to find Exterior Shutters
You can visit your local Home Depot or shop for bargains online. Decorativeshutters offers free shipping. You’ll find great deals online but just make sure you are buying from a reputed dealer.
General Information on Pricing
To give you a general idea of what you can expect as far as material costs, here are a few numbers:
Base prices average $75-$100, going up to $130-$150, and even $180-$300 as you go up the line- Alexander Mattison Jersey , per window
Custom sizes can cost up to 50% more
However, there is great variation, especially when it comes to custom-made shutters, which can go up to $5000 in some cases
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