Custom Interior Shutters
Interior shutters, formally known as Plantation shutters, are among today’s most versatile window treatment products. Interior shutters can be made from many different materials; such as solid composite, vinyl and genuine hardwood. Choosing the right plantation shutter with the material is an important decision and one that shouldn’t be dictated by a good sales pitch. At Shades In Place we believe in presenting our clients with a low-pressure Shutter buying experience where we present all of the shutters that we offer, explain the benefits of each shutter brand, and help you choose the perfect shutter for your home.
Should I choose wood shutters or “faux wood” shutters?
This is a question we are commonly asked and the answer is different for everyone. In Boston, the vast majority of the Plantation shutters that we sell are real wood. The reason for that is simply that if a shutter is fabricated using quality materials and a quality grade and species of Hardwood, then the shutter will last a lifetime. Real wood is not without it’s limitations however. Wood is a natural product, and is therefore naturally purous, and as such, should not be used in wet environments such as showers or certain bathrooms. That is where synthetic materials, such as vinyl and vinyl composites really excel. Some of the composite shutter brands that we sell are virtually identical to their wood counterparts. In fact, with certain brands, we can even match paint colors and frame choices to create a seamless look as you pass from room to room.
In Tampa, Florida, the humid subtropical climate presents unique considerations. Real wood shutters, when crafted from high-quality hardwoods, offer timeless elegance and can last a lifetime with proper care. However, wood is naturally porous and may not be ideal for areas with high humidity or moisture exposure such as near the water. This is where daux wood options truly shine. Made from synthetic materials like vinyl or composite, these shutters are highly resistant to humidity, moisture, and temperature fluctuations – common challenges in our Florida climate. Many of our faux wood brands are virtually indistinguishable from real wood, offering the same aesthetic appeal with added durability. For a cohesive look throughout your home, we can even match paint colors and frame styles between wood and faux wood options. This allows you to use the most suitable material in each room while maintaining a seamless appearance.
What are my options when it comes to designing my Plantation Shutters?
First, Let’s talk Color! When it comes to color options, Plantation shutters can offer a truly customized look for any style of home. Our color choices range from whites and off-whites, solid colors, light and dark wood stains and even custom match painting. And if that weren’t enough, we also offer Knotty and Distressed Finishes also.
The second thing that people are going to notice when they are admiring your gorgeous interior shutters is going to be the Louver size. Here in the Boston area, the styles of houses can range anywhere from Old World Colonial to New Contemporary, and when it comes to Plantation Shutters, nothing affects the styling as much as your choice of louver size. More “old traditional” shutter styling may call for a 1.5″ or 2.5″ Louver Size, whereas more contemporary styles may call for 3.5″ or 4.5″ Louvers. And for those who are looking for an open expansive view that is second to none, you may even consider a shutter with 5.25″ Louvers!
One of the major choices you’ll have to make when designing your Plantation shutters will be your frame choice! We offer a variety of different frame profiles and sizes to fit literally any style you can throw at us. Maybe you don’t even want a frame… Don’t worry, we can do that too! Set up an in-home consultation today so that we can go over all of your options in person!
Other Customization Options include:
Tilt Bar – From a traditional tilt bar to an Invisible Tilt System to provide a completely unobstructed view
Hinges – From painted hinges to blend with the shutter color or bold colored hinges to contrast with your shutters. Some of our specialty hinge colors include: brushed nickel, stainless steel, black and brushed oiled bronze.
Specialty Shapes and Applications – Our Plantation shutters can also be fabricated to accommodate a large number of different window shapes such as rectangular, arches, angled tops, triangles, ovals, sidelights, sliding and French doors and even skylights.
Motorization – Wait… Did you say? YES, we did. If you know anything about us, you know that our policy here at Shades in Place is that every window treatment can be improved by motorizing it! Our Plantation shutters are no exception. We offer motorized Plantation shutters for those hard to reach windows, such as high windows in a foyer, or even just windows over a bathtub!
With so many options available, how do you choose the right option for your home? That’s when Shades IN Place comes in. The combination of our expertise and your sense of style will help to determine the material, color and configuration to best suit your needs.
What Plantation Shutter brands do you offer?
We proudly offer plantation shutters from several different quality manufacturers such as: Norman Shutters, Hunter Douglas Shutters, O’Hair Shutters and Lafayette. Our reasoning behind offering a variety of Shutter Manufacturers is simple: each manufacturer offers something unique that no other shutter company does; and because each home and family is unique, we never want to steer somebody into a product that isn’t perfect for them. As a result, our years of experience in designing, measuring, specifying and installing plantation shutters will help you decide on the absolute best plantation shutter for your home.