Which Are Better: Blinds Or Shutters?

By Tess Reardon

When you buy or move into a new home, the windows are usually bare and you need to make a big decision. Do you go with blinds or window shutters throughout the house or maybe a combination of the two? Most people automatically order blinds because shutters are not as popular and dont get the advertising publicity that blinds do.

While interior shutters are often more expensive than blinds, in most cases they are more elegant looking. Blinds still remain the obvious choice for most people but as more people are exposed to shutters, they realize there is a difficult choice to be made. So many houses have plain blinds on them that if you choose interior shutters instead, your house will stand out from the others.

In a kitchen, caf shutters work great as they let the much-needed light in from the top of the window while providing the privacy you need at eye level. This is why many people opt for a combination of shutters and blinds in their homes. The most common split would be to have decorative shutters on the main floor of the house with blinds in the bedrooms upstairs where there is less need to be fancy. One thing is for sure; interior shutters provide you with a window covering option that should be considered when you buy your new house.

You can also use plantation shutters to add style and elegance to any room or house. Shutters are better than blinds for creating a unique look and you would be astonished at the difference if you could compare the two. Caf and plantation shutters are slowly gaining in popularity and the more people that are exposed to them as an option, the more are buying them.

Most styles of shutters can be found online at a variety of websites. This is your best bet to find exactly what you are looking for and they can be shipped right to your door. Of course if you choose the online route you will have to install them yourself or find someone to do it for you. Buying things online is not for everyone and if you are hesitant to do so you should be able to find shutters at one of our local home improvement stores. - 30435

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