Shutters are solid barriers that are typically used to cover windows and openings. They come in many different forms from metal roller shutters to timber plantation shutters.Shutters can have various uses in a property from blocking out sunlight to keeping out intruders. Below are 7 of the different uses for Window Shutters within a property.
Control light
The most common use for shutters in homes is light control. Plantation shutters are a popular option made out of horizontal slats – they look like venetian blinds but are fixed to the window frame. Such shutters can be a great option in bedrooms for blocking out light while trying to sleep. It’s even possible to buy remote control shutters that you can operate from your bed in the morning.
Insulate windows
Windows are a common source of heat loss in winter. Shutters are one of the best ways to trap heat in – they are more effective than blinds or curtains, because they are fixed to the frame, so that heat cannot escape throughout them. Wooden, metal and PVC shutters are all believed to have similarly effective insulation properties.
Maintain privacy
When you don’t want anyone peeking into your windows, shutters can be a good option for maintaining privacy. Shutters are typically completely opaque so no-one can look through them. Like blinds, plantation shutters can also continue to offer a degree of privacy when the slats are left open, while still allowing light in.
Contain fires
When a fire breaks out, roll-down metal shutters can be a good option for keeping a fire contained within a certain room. These are commonly used in restaurants over serving hatches so that if a fire breaks out in the kitchen, the spread of a fire into the rest of the restaurant can be prevented. It’s worth looking into the best protection-rated fire shutters when buying shutters for this purpose.
Keep out intruders
Shutters are often used for security purposes on shop windows. Roll-down metal shutters can help to prevent vandals or burglars breaking the glass. Metal grille shutters are useful for allowing passers-by to still see into your shop window without being able to break through the window – this can allow you to continue to advertise products in your shop window at night. When it comes to home security, exterior plantation shutters can also be an effective option.
Protect against storms
During a bad storm, high winds can sometimes shatter windows. Storm shutters can be placed over the exterior of windows to help protect windows when a storm is closing in. These shutters are typically made out of steel or aluminium. It is recommended that these are installed on buildings in areas that are prone to hurricanes.
Defend against floods
In high risk flood areas, water can sometimes end up seeping through windows or doors. Specialist flood shutters can be installed over these windows and doors to help keep water out. These are typically fitted externally just like storm shutters and are designed to be completely watertight.
Discover more from The Cameron Journal
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
