It is natural to assume that an investment in premium window shutters would constitute a major expense. There are options available to suit all budgets, but it is a fairly significant home improvement.
What’s often overlooked is the potential for high-quality plantation shutters to actually save households money long-term; research has shown that anything from 25% to 50% of the energy used to heat interior spaces goes straight out the window.
Even the most energy-efficient windows and doors are unable to offer effective heat retention throughout the colder months of the year without appropriate coverings to enhance their performance.
Precisely where plantation shutters make a real difference, both in terms of interior comfort and a reduction in long-term energy consumption,
Anything that serves as a physical barrier between your interior spaces and the outdoors can only be good. To a degree, most types of curtains, blinds, and nets will offer a certain amount of protection.
It is not just about the materials but also the pockets of air between them, which provide highly effective insulation.
When you step up to the highest-quality plantation shutters, you create a uniquely robust physical barrier between your home and the outdoors; all plantation shutters naturally improve on the insulating properties of standard curtains, nets, and blinds. High-end hardwood shutters offer greater protection than, say, ABS shutters, but even the most affordable plantation shutters can make a real difference.
Depending on the type of opening and the inefficiency of the prior coverings, the installation of quality shutters can lead to a reduction in heat loss of up to 50%. This makes a significant difference to heating bills long-term, adding up in the long term.
What is great about plantation shutters is the way in which they can be designed and manufactured to suit even the most unusually shaped windows. Non-standard openings around the home can be notoriously difficult to cover, often leading to huge inefficiencies.
Our bespoke plantation shutters have every panel precision-designed and manufactured to order. Installed by our experienced team of skilled fitters, we ensure a flawless fit for even the most challenging openings.
Whether you are looking to reduce your energy bills, enhance interior comfort, or simply boost the visual appeal of your interior spaces, custom-made window shutters are highly recommended.
At Riverside Shutters, our goal is to make it as easy as possible for our customers to choose the perfect shutters for all types of homes. If you’re interested in the potential benefits of plantation shutters, we’d be delighted to provide you with an obligation-free home design visit to discuss the options available.
Even the most energy-efficient windows and doors are unable to offer effective heat retention throughout the colder months of the year without appropriate coverings to enhance their performance.
Call today to discuss our products and services in more detail, or e-mail a member of our team, and we will get back to you.
Call Riverside Shutters today on 020 3126 4984 and our friendly, knowledgeable team will be here to help with all your questions. At the same time, why not arrange your free home survey?
We love to talk all things shutters, blinds and awnings. Give us a call, book a free survey, or swing by our shutter showroom.
19 Ace Parade, Hook Road, Chessington, Surrey, KT9 1DR
