Window Treatments: Shutters vs Curtains
When homeowners explore their options to upgrade their window treatments, no matter if you are looking for new window treatments or replacing outdated ones, the options available can be overwhelming. But there's no need to feel overwhelmed, the team at Cal Coast Shutters is here and ready to help you decide the right window treatment for your needs. Once the benefits of both options have been laid out, we recommend shutters over curtains as a long-term investment for the interior of yoru home.
Benefits of Shutters vs Curtains
You can certainly weigh your options and get opinions from a wide variety of sources, but we discuss the benefits of both options!
Less Upkeep
Curtains can certainly offer an elegant and stylish appearl to your home, but they typically use a delicate material that attracts dirt and dust fairly easily and quickly. Curtains are also very likely to fade due to sunlight and heat, but can also develop mildew that is very difficult to remove. When its time to clean your curtains, you can either do this by hand or send them to the dry-cleaners, but this also requires pulling the curtains down then re-installating them when complete, this can be quite the hassle (and tedious).
While on the other hand, shutters are very easy to maintain. A quick swipe with the duster is all you need to uphold the charm of the shutters while keeping them looking brand new! When time is of the essence in our every day lives, don't let dust consume your day and spend time outdoors with your family!
Strong Security
Strong winds play an important factor in the Southern California climate. It's improtant that you have durable window coverings that are built tough to withstand severe winds and other weather conditions. Curtains are made of linen materials and won't be able to provide an extra level of protection from nature's elements.
Shutters are known for being moisture resistant. Poly/Synthetic shutters are made with materials that are very resilient to hazardous conditions. Not only will they work to protect your furniture, carpets and rugs from damaging sunlight, but also can shield your house from debris, heavy rain and other potential severe weather issues. You can take the extra step for security by installing shutters as your window covering choice.
Better Light Control
One of the main reasons homeowners install shutters vs curtains is light control. While thick curtains can prevent summer heat from heating up your home, they do bock out complete sunlight and air flow. With shutters, you won't have to to worry about shutting any parts and you have the ability to open them fully or slightly to control airflow at the angle you want.
Cost Efficient
Homeowners are aware that curtains do offer versatile styling options, the fabric cost may be a bit more expensive than you want to pay. While inexpensive material can help you achieve the desired goal, you may have extra added costs due to the low quality. Curtains do get dirty over time and dry-cleaning curtains regularly can be expensive to maintain the polished look they have when first installed. There is no need to spend more money on unnecessary drapers and cleaning expenses when you can save that money for other needs throughout your home.
Providing elegance and functionality to yoru window coverings, shutters are a durable investment that can enhance the resale value of your property. They are also extremely energy efficient, with materials made from Thermalite that can cut down on air conditioning costs by cooling room temperatures during the summer, while absorbing heat during the winter!
Cal Coast Shutters provides louvered wood shutters that guarantee a long lasting touch, making them the perfect permanent fixture for your window covering needs. Shutters always stay in style and create a refined look while increasing the captal value of your property.
Bottom line, shutters are a perfect choice for any home! Check out our beautiful gallery and let Cal Coast Shutters assist you in the process with amazing customer service and product samples!
Plantation Shutter Capabilities
With over 4 decades working in the window treatment industry specializing in shutters, we’ve helped thousands of homeowners over the years with exterior shutters and custom closet doors. We have worked hard to earn a reputation as a family owned and locally manufactured window treatment provider that brings unmatched customer service to our clients’ window treatment needs. We do not outsource any part of your project, giving us the ability to customize and match all of your shutters specifically to your home. We offer a free in-home design consultation to listen to your goals and answer any questions you may have!
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