The Pros and Cons of Installing Outdoor Plantation Shutters

The Pros and Cons of Installing Outdoor Plantation Shutters


 

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When it comes to window treatments, homeowners have dozens of different options to choose from, both inside and outside. One of the best options for the exterior of almost any home is outdoor plantation shutters. They are a great alternative to other options, like outdoor window blinds or much cheaper vinyl shutters, but are not always perfect. There are both good and bad aspects of choosing them.
The Pros

  • Customization

    • Perhaps the greatest feature of wooden plantation shutters on the exterior of your home is that they are highly customizable. Generally, they are cut to fit even the trickiest window sizes for a perfectly clean look and they can be stained or painted multiple times by homeowners who like to change their mind. Other options simply fail to offer the same levels of customization.

  • Durability

    • Outdoor plantation shutters, particularly those made out of wood, are able to withstand even the harshest weather if they are properly maintained. And, because solid wood is less likely to chip or break, shutters can last for decades before they need to be replaced.

  • Light Control

    • Keeping the light out of your living room is one of the main reasons to install solid plantation shutters. When they are shut, they can turn any room in your home into a cozy sleep haven, regardless of how bright it is outside.

    The Cons

    • Hard to Clean

      • Getting to every corner and cleaning every louvre or slat is difficult and time consuming, whether plantation shutters are located inside or outside. Since getting rid of dirt and grime is important for both aesthetics and longevity, a long cleaning process can be a drawback.

    • Limited Natural Light

      • Though outdoor plantation shutters can be a great tool for keeping the sun out, even when they are open, they might not in enough natural light. Thick slats and louvres can get in the way, preventing a room from being as bright as possible and even casting awkward shutters.

    • Tough to Install

      • Wooden shutters can be a bit heavy, and taking all of the measurements and making the proper cuts is much more difficult than simply installing pre-made shutters. If you don’t want to do the work yourself, hiring a professional can be a bit costly, so sometimes the work is necessary.

      With any window treatment or other addition to your home, there are going to be lots of pros and cons. Without them, the decision making process wouldn’t be nearly as difficult. Taking the time to evaluate them is important for every homeowner, but many will find that the advantages of outdoor plantation shutters far outweigh the negatives.