If this is the first time you’re buying exterior window shutters, you need to familiarize yourself with the styles so you can get the one that your home needs. Let us give you a hand by providing an overview of the different exterior window shutter styles available on the market.
Louvered Shutters
Louvered shutters are the most popular exterior window shutter style and are probably the first thing that came to your mind when window shutters are mentioned. As with most exterior window shutter styles, louvered shutters protect your windows from wind damage while allowing allow in natural light and ventilation even when closed. Open shutters also function as a decorative element, adding a dash of color and texture to white or neutral-colored siding.
Raised Panel Shutters
Raised panel shutters are very similar to traditional entry doors and kitchen cabinets, thanks to their raised panels. You can choose practically any raised panel design that you want. We can custom-build raised panel wood or poly window shutters to match your home’s existing woodwork. Being made of solid material means it wouldn’t allow ventilation when closed. However, this shutter style is more impact-resistant, rendering your windows less vulnerable to storm damage. It also adds a layer of insulation to your windows, helping reduce your indoor heating and cooling requirements, which in turn can have a positive impact on your monthly energy consumption.
Board and Batten
Sometimes referred to as “B-and-Bs”, board and batten shutters are perhaps the simplest in construction. They’re typically built with three vertical boards that span half a window’s width, held together by short horizontal battens. Homes designed after rustic architectural styles like Mediterranean and French Country styles look best with board and batten shutters. Ours may look simple, but we use quality hinges to ensure that they won’t break off in case of extreme weather.
Whether you prefer poly or wood shutters, Wholesale Shutter Company can build it for you. If you would like to know more about our exterior window shutters and other window treatment options, call us today at (866) 540-0049, or fill out our contact form to schedule a free estimate. We serve many areas in and near San Diego, CA.