The Difference Between Exterior and Interior Shutters: Rundown for Baltimore Homeowners
Interior and exterior shutters are totally different things, and if you’re not aware of the differences, you might spend a lot of time or money shopping around for something you don’t need. Let’s look at what you need to know.
Exterior Shutters
Upfront, we need to state that Sunburst Shutters Baltimore does not build or sell exterior shutters. Instead, our specialty is in stylish interior shutters for your home.
Outdoor shutters tend to serve one of two purposes: either they’re only for looks as an accent to your windows, or they’re heavy-duty “hurricane shutters,” made to guard your windows from heavy damage during severe storms.
Decorative exterior shutters tend to look fantastic on very specific home styles, such as more rustic homes as well as Mediterranean homes. Hurricane shutters are somewhat rare outside of a few parts of the U.S., and most hurricane shutters don’t even resemble normal shutters, but rather look like large iron sheets.
For those exterior shutters that do open and shut on your window, they don’t tend to have a lot of functionality. They aren’t able to make a seal to block heat and their louvers (if they have them) usually can’t be adjusted. Despite all that, exterior shutters can add a splash of color that looks fantastic on your home.
Think About Exterior Shutters If:
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You get heavy storms in your area and want to protect your windows.
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You want to add a color accent to your home.
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You have enough space around your windows for the shutters to fit.
Interior Shutters
Interior shutters are our specialty, and they’re the optimum window covering in combining looks and practicality. Placed directly in or on top of your window jamb, indoor shutters become a piece of your home the moment they’re put in. And unlike exterior shutters, interior shutters are able to mount on any window, in any room of your house.
The fashion that high quality interior shutters can add to your space is unequaled, and they’re extremely flexible. Plantation shutters can beautifully accent any style of home; from historic Cape Cod homes to ultra-modern condos, and have a range of colors, stains, and frame options to suit your personal style.
Look into interior shutters if:
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You want better control over lighting, inside temperature, and energy-efficiency.
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You want a versatile, resilient window treatment.
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You need to add some elegance your home, and complement your existing indoor trim.
