Plantation shutters and solid shutters are a great way to keep your interior warm this winter and are an elegant addition to your home. However, in addition to plantation shutters and solid shutters, there are many other attractive ways to keep your heating bills down - and some are at little or no extra cost. Here we shall look at some of the most stylish and effective ways to brighten an interior and keep the indoors cosy when the temperature plummets.
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Plantation Shutters and Solid Shutters
Plantation shutters and solid shutters are a very efficient way to keep the heat in compared to other forms of window coverings. They keep draughts at bay and insulate the home by trapping the cold air between the shutter and the window.
If you have either plantation shutters or solid shutters, a top tip is to leave the shutters open during the day to allow the sunlight to stream through. If you have tier on tier shutters, you can just leave the top half open. This serves to warm up the room in the daylight hours and you can close the shutters at night to keep the heat in.
Fireplaces
Some householders have an open fire, but rarely get round to using it. However, an open fire not only provides warmth and ambience, it also helps lower the cost of your heating bills. If your fireplace has not been used for a while, have a flick through the yellow pages to find a chimney sweep to clean out your chimney. It is also advisable to make sure you stock up on a sufficient supply of wood or smoke free coal (if you are living in a smoke free zone) before the weather turns colder.
Throws
Another stylish way to brighten your living room is to have a throw or two within easy reach of the sofa. You could even have one on each sofa or arm chair, so there’s one for every member of the family and for guests too! This is great thing to snuggle under on cold winter nights, while watching a favourite TV programme or DVD. And your guests will love to feel cosy and snug beneath it when they pop round for a chat!
Rugs
Wooden flooring looks great in any home, but it can feel chilly to walk on during the coldest months of the year. If you have wooden flooring, you may think about using rugs in winter, even if you don’t use them all year round. Rugs can be lovely and soft to sink your feet into and instantly makes the house appear warmer.
Cooking
Cooking helps warm up the kitchen area and it will fill the house with the lovely aroma of delicious winter food. If you leave the oven door open after cooking it is a good way to keep your interior cosy - and all for no extra cost. If you have a kitchen diner, the family often loves to congregate in the kitchen in winter.
Jumpers
Another way to keep warm in winter is to wear a jumper or to layer your clothing - and try to avoid going without warm socks or slippers! There are lots of fashionable slippers available including cosy home wear boots. Woollen socks really warm up your toes and you can even wear several pairs at a time if need be.
Candles
Candles create a wonderful atmosphere in the home and they can also give off a little bit of heat too! There is something incredibly relaxing about lighting a few scented candles when you get home from work on a dark winter night and they give off a fantastic aroma. Candles are very welcoming and guests will love the attention to detail when they come over to your house for festive drinks.
Rooms
If you have certain rooms you rarely use, it may be worthwhile closing these areas off in the winter months. This is a simple way to lower your heating costs and means you are not hiking up your heating bills for rooms that aren’t used. It also means the rooms that are frequented more will feel warmer and much more homely.
About Bespoke Shutters
The Bespoke Shutter Company provides beautiful made-to-measure plantation shutters and solid shutters for homes and businesses in London and the Home Counties. Our range of plantation shutters and solid shutters includes cafe style, full height and tier on tier shutters. We have several years experience in creating bespoke shutters and have a reputation for the quality of our products and high standards of craftsmanship.
Solid Shutters - click here for full information on our range of products.
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Colour Your Home Beautiful With Solid Shutters and Plantation Shutters
Just like with any other window coverings, plantation shutters and solid shutters do not come in one standard colour, such as bright white, but are available in a whole range of shades and stains to suit your decor.
Not all designs of solid shutters and plantation shutters have the full choice of finishes, but the colour range is vast for some styles. Your selection is purely down to personal taste but, if you find yourself spoilt for choice, we have compiled a few pointers to help you make the most of your interior.
Here we will look at how your choice of plantation shutters and solid shutters can create different effects. We shall also reveal which colours are mood enhancers and will help energise and uplift you.
Plantation Shutters - to view some of our plantation shutters click here.
How Your Choice of Coloured Shutters Can Create Different Effects
If you are going for a minimalist look and have plain white walls, choosing white solid shutters or plantation shutters will make the room feel light, airy and spacious. However, there is a danger that too much white can make the room feel cold and stark. So to make the space more homely, brighten up the room with colourful paintings or accessories such as throws, rugs or cushions.
A large room with dark painted walls can make the room appear smaller and gives it a more intimate appearance. For a cosy effect, keep the walls dark and paint the skirting board, fire surround (if you have one) and ceiling white. Match this look with white plantation shutters or solid shutters and choose a light coloured carpet. You can use a similar technique to make a room appear calm and spacious, but instead choose a more subtle colour for the walls, such as light green or grey.
If you want your solid shutters or plantation shutters to introduce an accent colour, this will help bring the whole look of your room together. Perhaps you want the colour of your shutters to reflect the colour of your sofa, rug, or cushions, for instance. For a more dramatic effect, choose shutters in a bright hue such as red, orange or lime green. Black shutters also create impact and look fantastic against white walls in a monochrome room.
If you don’t want to go bold and dramatic, choose a neutral colour. If this is your preference, avoid cream shutters against white walls, as this makes the shutters look ‘dirty’ against bright white.
Wooden shutters look stunning but steer clear of this if there is already too much timber in the room as this can make a space appear gloomy. In this case, painted shutters may be a better choice. However, the right wood stain is a great look for a room with pale or neutral walls, ceiling and furniture.
Colours and Their Meanings
Some people place special emphasis on colours and their meanings and will pick out a particular colour because it makes them feel good. One particular colour that helps lift our mood is yellow, as it reminds us of the sun and is seen as an optimistic and cheerful colour. It is a good choice for an entrance hall, study area or children’s playroom.
To create a room that is relaxed and tranquil, blues or greens are ideal. Blue is the colour of the sky and the sea and is also said to stimulate calming chemicals in our brain. Green is a serene colour and is also said to be one of the easiest colours on our eye. Green or blue is suitable for almost any room in the home.
Reds and purples are said to boost our energy levels and enhance our mood. Purple helps boost creativity and is a good choice for a study area. As red helps stimulate the appetite, it is ideal for a dining room. Orange is another mood booster and is said to stimulate the mind and radiate positivity, so it is a good colour for a creative room.
Bespoke Coloured Shutters
If you are opting for coloured shutters, our Phoenix, Portland and Vancouver Shutters have the widest range of colours or stains. As our shutters are bespoke, we can match the colours to suit your paintwork, so you can choose any colour for your interior. We will also closely match Farrow and Ball colours.
Our Portland shutters are the architect’s choice in shutters and are extremely robust with an engineered core to prevent warping. The Phoenix is light, so is ideal for conservatory roofs. The Vancouver, or cedar shutters are seen as the best wooden shutters you can get and they are expected to last a lifetime.
Solid Shutters - to view some of our solid shutters click here.
Not all designs of solid shutters and plantation shutters have the full choice of finishes, but the colour range is vast for some styles. Your selection is purely down to personal taste but, if you find yourself spoilt for choice, we have compiled a few pointers to help you make the most of your interior.
Here we will look at how your choice of plantation shutters and solid shutters can create different effects. We shall also reveal which colours are mood enhancers and will help energise and uplift you.
Plantation Shutters - to view some of our plantation shutters click here.
How Your Choice of Coloured Shutters Can Create Different Effects
If you are going for a minimalist look and have plain white walls, choosing white solid shutters or plantation shutters will make the room feel light, airy and spacious. However, there is a danger that too much white can make the room feel cold and stark. So to make the space more homely, brighten up the room with colourful paintings or accessories such as throws, rugs or cushions.
A large room with dark painted walls can make the room appear smaller and gives it a more intimate appearance. For a cosy effect, keep the walls dark and paint the skirting board, fire surround (if you have one) and ceiling white. Match this look with white plantation shutters or solid shutters and choose a light coloured carpet. You can use a similar technique to make a room appear calm and spacious, but instead choose a more subtle colour for the walls, such as light green or grey.
If you want your solid shutters or plantation shutters to introduce an accent colour, this will help bring the whole look of your room together. Perhaps you want the colour of your shutters to reflect the colour of your sofa, rug, or cushions, for instance. For a more dramatic effect, choose shutters in a bright hue such as red, orange or lime green. Black shutters also create impact and look fantastic against white walls in a monochrome room.
If you don’t want to go bold and dramatic, choose a neutral colour. If this is your preference, avoid cream shutters against white walls, as this makes the shutters look ‘dirty’ against bright white.
Wooden shutters look stunning but steer clear of this if there is already too much timber in the room as this can make a space appear gloomy. In this case, painted shutters may be a better choice. However, the right wood stain is a great look for a room with pale or neutral walls, ceiling and furniture.
Colours and Their Meanings
Some people place special emphasis on colours and their meanings and will pick out a particular colour because it makes them feel good. One particular colour that helps lift our mood is yellow, as it reminds us of the sun and is seen as an optimistic and cheerful colour. It is a good choice for an entrance hall, study area or children’s playroom.
To create a room that is relaxed and tranquil, blues or greens are ideal. Blue is the colour of the sky and the sea and is also said to stimulate calming chemicals in our brain. Green is a serene colour and is also said to be one of the easiest colours on our eye. Green or blue is suitable for almost any room in the home.
Reds and purples are said to boost our energy levels and enhance our mood. Purple helps boost creativity and is a good choice for a study area. As red helps stimulate the appetite, it is ideal for a dining room. Orange is another mood booster and is said to stimulate the mind and radiate positivity, so it is a good colour for a creative room.
Bespoke Coloured Shutters
If you are opting for coloured shutters, our Phoenix, Portland and Vancouver Shutters have the widest range of colours or stains. As our shutters are bespoke, we can match the colours to suit your paintwork, so you can choose any colour for your interior. We will also closely match Farrow and Ball colours.
Our Portland shutters are the architect’s choice in shutters and are extremely robust with an engineered core to prevent warping. The Phoenix is light, so is ideal for conservatory roofs. The Vancouver, or cedar shutters are seen as the best wooden shutters you can get and they are expected to last a lifetime.
Solid Shutters - to view some of our solid shutters click here.
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Why Choose Plantation Shutters Instead of Curtains?
When it comes to selecting window coverings, one of the first choices you will make is whether to buy curtains - one of the most popular options - or to go for something different, such as plantation shutters.
Curtains have been in use for centuries but there are a number of benefits plantation shutters bring over and above curtains. Plantation shutters, for instance, are easier to keep clean and their sleek design and flexibility means more and more people are choosing this style of window covering.
The Bespoke Shutter Company creates beautiful made-to-measure plantation shutters and solid shutters in the London area and these add an elegant touch to both period properties and modern style homes
Here we shall look at the benefits of choosing plantation shutters rather than curtains for your home.
Plantation Shutters - to view some of our plantation shutters click here.
Timeless
Although there are a wide choice of curtains on the market including floral curtains, striped curtains and plain curtains, these designs can date and you may have to replace them if you want to update your room.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters are a style classic and, if you opt for a neutral colour such as white or go for shutters that reveal the beauty of the solid timber, they are a timeless choice for the home.
Aesthetics
Plantation shutters look stylish and graceful in a period property and give a modern, fresh look to a contemporary home. They look great from all angles too, both inside and outside the house. With curtains the best view comes from one direction only - the inside - as the lining tends to be shown on the outside.
Flexibility
Curtains can only be used in three ways: closed for privacy, or open or part open to let the light in.
This is where plantation shutters come into their own as they are far more flexible than other types of window covering. You can keep the slats (or veins) part open to maintain privacy, while still allowing the light to stream in.
Tier on tier plantation shutters give you even greater flexibility; it means you can keep the top section open to allow a full steam of light into your home and open the window to let the air in while keeping the bottom section closed.
You can also have shutters for windows that are high up or have an unusual shape, such as arched windows.
Warmth
Both curtains and plantation shutters keep the heat in and the cold out which is ideal for the winter months and helps keep heating costs down.
However, with plantation shutters you can close them during the day to keep drafts at bay while adjusting the slats to let the light in, which helps to warm up your interior in the daytime.
Cleanliness
Curtains accumulate dust and grime, trap smells, and can get mouldy over time as they attract condensation. They need to be vacuumed once a week (or given a good shake if you have a delicate fabric) and washed yearly.
Washing your curtains, especially if they are dry clean only, is not only a hassle but it also means you won’t have any window coverings in the intermittent period.
On the other hand, plantation shutters are easy to keep clean. All you have to do is to wipe them free from dirt with a duster or soft cloth.
Quieter
Both curtains and shutters help to block out external noise. Shutters are of a solid construction and are good at keeping the noise levels down from outside. Heavy curtains work in a similar way.
Security
If you have curtains, it is likely you will keep them closed when you are away for long period and this could alert burglars if you are going on holiday.
With plantation shutters often the slats remain partially closed all the time (especially on the ground floor of a busy street) so it is hard to work out whether someone is in the house or not.
Privacy
Curtains need to be completely closed for privacy whereas the slats can be altered with plantation shutters so you have the benefit of being able to see out while someone can’t see in. This gives you the best of both worlds.
Value
Plantation shutters are more universal and therefore more appealing if you want to sell your home. They are even said to add value to your property.
On the other hand, curtains are more individual: particularly if you have chosen a more unusual pattern or colour as this is designed to suit a distinct taste. Unlike shutters, they are unlikely to clinch a deal and sway a potential house buyer.
Plantation Shutters - to view some of our plantation shutters click here.
Curtains have been in use for centuries but there are a number of benefits plantation shutters bring over and above curtains. Plantation shutters, for instance, are easier to keep clean and their sleek design and flexibility means more and more people are choosing this style of window covering.
The Bespoke Shutter Company creates beautiful made-to-measure plantation shutters and solid shutters in the London area and these add an elegant touch to both period properties and modern style homes
Here we shall look at the benefits of choosing plantation shutters rather than curtains for your home.
Plantation Shutters - to view some of our plantation shutters click here.
Timeless
Although there are a wide choice of curtains on the market including floral curtains, striped curtains and plain curtains, these designs can date and you may have to replace them if you want to update your room.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters are a style classic and, if you opt for a neutral colour such as white or go for shutters that reveal the beauty of the solid timber, they are a timeless choice for the home.
Aesthetics
Plantation shutters look stylish and graceful in a period property and give a modern, fresh look to a contemporary home. They look great from all angles too, both inside and outside the house. With curtains the best view comes from one direction only - the inside - as the lining tends to be shown on the outside.
Flexibility
Curtains can only be used in three ways: closed for privacy, or open or part open to let the light in.
This is where plantation shutters come into their own as they are far more flexible than other types of window covering. You can keep the slats (or veins) part open to maintain privacy, while still allowing the light to stream in.
Tier on tier plantation shutters give you even greater flexibility; it means you can keep the top section open to allow a full steam of light into your home and open the window to let the air in while keeping the bottom section closed.
You can also have shutters for windows that are high up or have an unusual shape, such as arched windows.
Warmth
Both curtains and plantation shutters keep the heat in and the cold out which is ideal for the winter months and helps keep heating costs down.
However, with plantation shutters you can close them during the day to keep drafts at bay while adjusting the slats to let the light in, which helps to warm up your interior in the daytime.
Cleanliness
Curtains accumulate dust and grime, trap smells, and can get mouldy over time as they attract condensation. They need to be vacuumed once a week (or given a good shake if you have a delicate fabric) and washed yearly.
Washing your curtains, especially if they are dry clean only, is not only a hassle but it also means you won’t have any window coverings in the intermittent period.
On the other hand, plantation shutters are easy to keep clean. All you have to do is to wipe them free from dirt with a duster or soft cloth.
Quieter
Both curtains and shutters help to block out external noise. Shutters are of a solid construction and are good at keeping the noise levels down from outside. Heavy curtains work in a similar way.
Security
If you have curtains, it is likely you will keep them closed when you are away for long period and this could alert burglars if you are going on holiday.
With plantation shutters often the slats remain partially closed all the time (especially on the ground floor of a busy street) so it is hard to work out whether someone is in the house or not.
Privacy
Curtains need to be completely closed for privacy whereas the slats can be altered with plantation shutters so you have the benefit of being able to see out while someone can’t see in. This gives you the best of both worlds.
Value
Plantation shutters are more universal and therefore more appealing if you want to sell your home. They are even said to add value to your property.
On the other hand, curtains are more individual: particularly if you have chosen a more unusual pattern or colour as this is designed to suit a distinct taste. Unlike shutters, they are unlikely to clinch a deal and sway a potential house buyer.
Plantation Shutters - to view some of our plantation shutters click here.
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Plantation Shutters for Contemporary and Traditional Homes
Plantation shutters are elegant and extremely versatile and suit both contemporary and traditional homes. The Bespoke Shutter Company has several years experience in the supply and installation of beautiful plantation shutters for homes in London and the Home Counties.
One of the many great benefits of plantation shutters is they work in almost any home - from open plan city apartments to more traditional period properties. They not only enhance your interior, but they also offer excellent flexibility, as you can use them to block out the sunlight or let it stream through into the room, making the whole space appear bright and airy.
The Bespoke Shutter Company creates high quality made-to-measure plantation shutters and solid shutters in fine materials including cedar wood and basswood. We offer a variety of colours or stains to suit your home and we can also match your existing paint shade to get the right colour for you.
Whether you have a modern or period property, plantation shutters are a fantastic addition to your interior. This article will look at just some of the benefits they can bring to traditional or contemporary properties.
Plantation Shutters - to view some of our plantation shutters click here.
Plantation Shutters for a Contemporary Home
If you have a modern home, plantation shutters create privacy and also allow sunlight to filter the room giving it a light, fresh and contemporary feel. Choose from full length plantation shutters, cafe style (which conceal the lower half of the window) or tier on tier plantation shutters, which offer the most flexibility.
Tier-on-tier shutters means you can leave the top section open (and open the window) while the bottom section remains closed to prevent anyone seeing in - something that you can’t do with blinds and curtains.
There are various options on how to install your shutters and this is up to you. You can choose plantation shutters that fold out against the inside wall, or shutters which fold inside the window frame (a good alternative for very deep window frames).
The later may leave you with a small ledge on the inside of the shutters to rest a cup of tea, a book or remote control, and a small ledge between the shutters and the window. In this case you can place a thin contemporary vase or modern sculpture to create a focal point from the outside.
Plantation shutters are minimalist with a simple, sleek design that makes them such a great choice for a contemporary home.
White shutters are a popular option for a modern home, or you can also choose other colours or stains to suit your interior. We also supply and install waterproof made-to-measure plantation shutters for the bathroom.
Plantation Shutters for a Traditional Home
Although plantation shutters are seen as originating from America and the West Indies, this type of shutter has been used in British homes for generations to keep the heat in and for security.
Their sophisticated looks and design means they have remained popular in both country style homes and period properties in London or elsewhere in the UK. In addition to privacy, they also have the added benefit of being able to block out the noise, which is perfect for city homes.
Plantation shutters look stunning in period properties with large windows and will reduce draughts. They can also help ventilate your home, as they allow you to open your window to let the fresh air in while still maintaining much needed privacy.
Bespoke Shutters also produce plantation shutters for odd shaped windows, such as half round windows, arched windows, circular windows or hexagonal windows, so you will be able to choose the right shutters whatever your property.
We can match many paint colours to suit your period home including shutters for interiors decorated in Farrow and Ball colours.
Plantation Shutters: About Bespoke Shutters
The Bespoke Shutter Company is proud of the quality of our plantation shutters which are designed to stand the test of time. We cover the following areas: Chiswick, Chelsea, Barnet, St John’s Wood, Belsize Park, Hammersmith, Kensington, Mayfair, Notting Hill, Putney, Crouch End, Clapham, Hampstead and Finchley.
Plantation Shutters - to view some of our plantation shutters click here.
One of the many great benefits of plantation shutters is they work in almost any home - from open plan city apartments to more traditional period properties. They not only enhance your interior, but they also offer excellent flexibility, as you can use them to block out the sunlight or let it stream through into the room, making the whole space appear bright and airy.
The Bespoke Shutter Company creates high quality made-to-measure plantation shutters and solid shutters in fine materials including cedar wood and basswood. We offer a variety of colours or stains to suit your home and we can also match your existing paint shade to get the right colour for you.
Whether you have a modern or period property, plantation shutters are a fantastic addition to your interior. This article will look at just some of the benefits they can bring to traditional or contemporary properties.
Plantation Shutters - to view some of our plantation shutters click here.
Plantation Shutters for a Contemporary Home
If you have a modern home, plantation shutters create privacy and also allow sunlight to filter the room giving it a light, fresh and contemporary feel. Choose from full length plantation shutters, cafe style (which conceal the lower half of the window) or tier on tier plantation shutters, which offer the most flexibility.
Tier-on-tier shutters means you can leave the top section open (and open the window) while the bottom section remains closed to prevent anyone seeing in - something that you can’t do with blinds and curtains.
There are various options on how to install your shutters and this is up to you. You can choose plantation shutters that fold out against the inside wall, or shutters which fold inside the window frame (a good alternative for very deep window frames).
The later may leave you with a small ledge on the inside of the shutters to rest a cup of tea, a book or remote control, and a small ledge between the shutters and the window. In this case you can place a thin contemporary vase or modern sculpture to create a focal point from the outside.
Plantation shutters are minimalist with a simple, sleek design that makes them such a great choice for a contemporary home.
White shutters are a popular option for a modern home, or you can also choose other colours or stains to suit your interior. We also supply and install waterproof made-to-measure plantation shutters for the bathroom.
Plantation Shutters for a Traditional Home
Although plantation shutters are seen as originating from America and the West Indies, this type of shutter has been used in British homes for generations to keep the heat in and for security.
Their sophisticated looks and design means they have remained popular in both country style homes and period properties in London or elsewhere in the UK. In addition to privacy, they also have the added benefit of being able to block out the noise, which is perfect for city homes.
Plantation shutters look stunning in period properties with large windows and will reduce draughts. They can also help ventilate your home, as they allow you to open your window to let the fresh air in while still maintaining much needed privacy.
Bespoke Shutters also produce plantation shutters for odd shaped windows, such as half round windows, arched windows, circular windows or hexagonal windows, so you will be able to choose the right shutters whatever your property.
We can match many paint colours to suit your period home including shutters for interiors decorated in Farrow and Ball colours.
Plantation Shutters: About Bespoke Shutters
The Bespoke Shutter Company is proud of the quality of our plantation shutters which are designed to stand the test of time. We cover the following areas: Chiswick, Chelsea, Barnet, St John’s Wood, Belsize Park, Hammersmith, Kensington, Mayfair, Notting Hill, Putney, Crouch End, Clapham, Hampstead and Finchley.
Plantation Shutters - to view some of our plantation shutters click here.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Plantation Shutters and Solid Shutters – How to Vary the Light Levels to Create Different Looks in the Home
If you have just moved house or are redecorating your home, plantation shutters and solid shutters will give your home a brand new look. It may be that your house faces onto the street and you want extra privacy but are tired of old fashioned net curtains and want a contemporary look to your interior. Perhaps you have a period property and, rather than go for blinds or curtains, you want window fittings with greater flexibility - and you can get this with plantation shutters or solid shutters.
Plantation Shutters - click here for more information on our range of plantation shutters.
Creating a New Look with Plantation Shutters and Solid Shutters
If you are choosing plantation shutters or solid shutters for your home, the first thing you may want to think about is whether to go for cafe style, tier on tier, or full plantation shutters. Here we shall explain what the differences are and the looks that you can achieve with each.
Cafe Style Shutters
Cafe style plantation shutters and solid shutters give a light and airy look to your interior. They do not cover the whole window, just the lower half. This allows natural light to stream in through the top part of the window while still maintaining privacy.
With cafe style shutters, you decide how far up the window your shutters will go. Most people, however, will choose to have cafe style shutters up to the natural break of the window and this could either be half way up or three quarters of the way up depending on your style of window.
You could either choose solid shutters for the bottom part of the window, or go for plantation shutters. Plantation shutters gives you greater flexibility as it means you can move the slats to adjust the light levels whereas solid shutters will completely block out the light from the lower half of the window.
Solid shutters are a popular option for period homes as they create a more traditional look to your interior. Another traditional look is to have cafe style shutters and curtains, which gives homes a cosy feel.
Whether you choose cafe style plantation shutters or solid shutters, you can keep the shutters closed for privacy while at the same time benefiting from letting fresh air stream in through an open top window. This is something you can’t do with blinds or curtains!
Tier on Tier Shutters
Tier on tier shutters gives you the best of both worlds. It a great option for city homes as it prevents prying eyes and lets you make the most of the natural light. Tier on tier shutters are made up of two sections, one on top of the other, and these are placed on either side of the window (so it makes up four sections overall). Each section opens independently to the other.
If you have plantation shutters, you could open the top section fully during the daytime and partially open the slats on the bottom section, but shut both sections at night for added security. Or it may be that you prefer to keep both sections closed, but want to let the light filter in through partially opened slats at the top. If you are choosing shutters for your home, tier on tier is the most flexible type of window covering.
Again, tier on tier shutters allow you to open the top window, while still maintaining privacy indoors.
Full Height Shutters
Full height shutters provide less flexibility than tier on tier shutters, but gives an elegant look to your interior.
If you are choosing full height plantation shutters, it is possible to have a mid rail. This means that you can adjust the bottom section independently to the top (and vice versa) so it gives you greater scope to vary the light levels.
If you have full height solid shutters, this will give you an almost complete black out when you close the shutters. Full height shutters are a popular option for those who have a period property - such as a Victorian home - and want to restore the interior to its former glory using original style features.
Coloured Shutters
The colours you choose for solid shutters and plantation shutters really comes down to personal taste.
It may be that you want wooden shutters to give your home a welcoming appearance and a natural warmth. Perhaps you prefer sleek white for a minimalist style home and want a contemporary look to your interior?
You can even go bold and daring and choose bright red window fittings or even black shutters for a monochrome interior. Only your imagination is the limit! Or you can choose shutters to blend perfectly with your existing decor.
When it comes to choosing your shutter colour, a top tip is to think about whether you will still appreciate your choice a few years down the line. The Bespoke shutter Company produces a full range of colour options and we are able to match most paint colours, including many Farrow and Ball colours.
Solid Shutters - click here for more information on our range of solid shutters.
Plantation Shutters - click here for more information on our range of plantation shutters.
Creating a New Look with Plantation Shutters and Solid Shutters
If you are choosing plantation shutters or solid shutters for your home, the first thing you may want to think about is whether to go for cafe style, tier on tier, or full plantation shutters. Here we shall explain what the differences are and the looks that you can achieve with each.
Cafe Style Shutters
Cafe style plantation shutters and solid shutters give a light and airy look to your interior. They do not cover the whole window, just the lower half. This allows natural light to stream in through the top part of the window while still maintaining privacy.
With cafe style shutters, you decide how far up the window your shutters will go. Most people, however, will choose to have cafe style shutters up to the natural break of the window and this could either be half way up or three quarters of the way up depending on your style of window.
You could either choose solid shutters for the bottom part of the window, or go for plantation shutters. Plantation shutters gives you greater flexibility as it means you can move the slats to adjust the light levels whereas solid shutters will completely block out the light from the lower half of the window.
Solid shutters are a popular option for period homes as they create a more traditional look to your interior. Another traditional look is to have cafe style shutters and curtains, which gives homes a cosy feel.
Whether you choose cafe style plantation shutters or solid shutters, you can keep the shutters closed for privacy while at the same time benefiting from letting fresh air stream in through an open top window. This is something you can’t do with blinds or curtains!
Tier on Tier Shutters
Tier on tier shutters gives you the best of both worlds. It a great option for city homes as it prevents prying eyes and lets you make the most of the natural light. Tier on tier shutters are made up of two sections, one on top of the other, and these are placed on either side of the window (so it makes up four sections overall). Each section opens independently to the other.
If you have plantation shutters, you could open the top section fully during the daytime and partially open the slats on the bottom section, but shut both sections at night for added security. Or it may be that you prefer to keep both sections closed, but want to let the light filter in through partially opened slats at the top. If you are choosing shutters for your home, tier on tier is the most flexible type of window covering.
Again, tier on tier shutters allow you to open the top window, while still maintaining privacy indoors.
Full Height Shutters
Full height shutters provide less flexibility than tier on tier shutters, but gives an elegant look to your interior.
If you are choosing full height plantation shutters, it is possible to have a mid rail. This means that you can adjust the bottom section independently to the top (and vice versa) so it gives you greater scope to vary the light levels.
If you have full height solid shutters, this will give you an almost complete black out when you close the shutters. Full height shutters are a popular option for those who have a period property - such as a Victorian home - and want to restore the interior to its former glory using original style features.
Coloured Shutters
The colours you choose for solid shutters and plantation shutters really comes down to personal taste.
It may be that you want wooden shutters to give your home a welcoming appearance and a natural warmth. Perhaps you prefer sleek white for a minimalist style home and want a contemporary look to your interior?
You can even go bold and daring and choose bright red window fittings or even black shutters for a monochrome interior. Only your imagination is the limit! Or you can choose shutters to blend perfectly with your existing decor.
When it comes to choosing your shutter colour, a top tip is to think about whether you will still appreciate your choice a few years down the line. The Bespoke shutter Company produces a full range of colour options and we are able to match most paint colours, including many Farrow and Ball colours.
Solid Shutters - click here for more information on our range of solid shutters.
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Shutters North London - Choosing Plantation Shutters or Solid Shutters for Your Home or Business
When it comes to shutters, The Bespoke Shutter Company has years of experience in supplying and fitting the full range, including plantation shutters and solid shutters, for both homes and business. Operating throughout London and the Home Counties, we have a well established reputation for the highest levels of craftsmanship, our commitment to customer service, as well as using only the best products on the market.
Solid shutters, Plantation Shutters and More
As well as solid shutters offering a period effect for your home, our best selling range of plantation shutters includes tier on tier shutters and café style shutters to optimise light management, full height shutters. And for a less costly, while no less elegant alternative, we also offer wooden venetian and vertical blinds.
Whether you prefer solid shutters or plantation shutters, there are many choices to make, including the type of wood and finish, but while the variations available for solid shutters are relatively straightforward, plantation shutters offer many more options.
The Beauty of Solid Shutters
Without the louver slats of plantation shutters, solid shutters were originally used in Victorian homes for insulation purposes. Today, with the emphasis on restoring period features in older properties, many property owners choose solid shutters to refine and add value.
When it comes to solid shutters, as well as offering the perfect conditions for sleep with a near black out effect in terms of light management, the benefits are clear:
- Enhanced property value
- Insulate against the heat and the cold
- Good for blocking out external noise
- Near black out effect from light
- Adding an extra element of security
Plantation Shutters from The Bespoke Shutter Company
Fitted either on the inside or the outside of your windows and doors, plantation shutters are louvered panels originating from America and the West Indies dating back to before the mid 1800s.
A stylish addition to any home or commercial property they have many benefits, allowing for privacy and light management. They are also great insulaters - keeping your rooms cooler in the summer as well as keeping the heat in and the cold out during the winter months.
Full Length Shutters
Covering the length and breadth of your window, full length plantation shutters are the simplest style of plantation shutter available. Offering an elegance to any room in your home or business premises, they can also be installed to cover patio doors, or as room dividers.
- Simple yet versatile
- Cost effective
- Elegant
Tier on Tier Shutters
A versatile choice, tier on tier plantation shutters are made up of two sets of shutters - one above the other - which can be opened and closed independently of each other. This offers greater control of light management, while still maintaining privacy, however your window is over-looked. Tier on tier plantation shutters are particularly popular in Victorian and Edwardian houses.
- Adaptable and stylish
- Greater light management
- More control over privacy
Café Style Shutters
Getting their name from the shutters found in French cafes, these chic plantation shutters are the most cost effective shutter solution for your property. Very popular for use in domestic kitchens and living rooms, as well as in bars, cafes and restaurants, they offer privacy while still allowing plenty of light to enter the room.
- Chic
- Cost effective
- Privacy from view for the lower section of your window
The Finish in Sight
Once you have chosen the type of shutter you prefer, there are a number of additional options to consider. At The Bespoke Wooden Shutter Company, whether you are choosing plantation or solid shutters, we have a range of different finishes, from natural cedar wood, painted hardwood through to specially engineered wood for strength.
Your choice will also be influenced by the room in which you wish to install your shutters - for instance we also offer a specially finished bathroom shutter which is 100% waterproof, hardwearing and robust and comes in a range of six different white shades.
The Seatle
- Engineered wood and polymer for strength
- Wipe clean finish
- Maintenance free
- Five shades to choose from
Find out more here.
The Boston
- Solid basswood
- High quality at a low price
- A choice of five different shades
Find out more here.
The Phoenix
- Hardwood eco timber
- Characterful and rich
- Lightweight - ideal for conservatory roofs
- Numerous shades and stains to choose from
Find out more here.
The Portland
- Strong, durable and robust hardwood
- A tight grain for a sleek finish
- Available in many shades and stains
Find out more here.
The Vancouver
- Western Red Cedar wood
- Elegant fine grain
- Lightweight - ideal for conservatory roofs
- Painted or natural oiled finishes
Find out more here.
Special Features
As well as choosing your wood and the finished colour, at The Bespoke Shutter Company we also offer a great range of hinges and, for your plantation shutters, options on louver sizes and tilt rods.
When it comes to unique window shapes, we offer a wide range of tailored shapes - from fully, half or quarter round, eyebrow, triangular, hexagonal or octagonal, as well as arches. We haven’t yet come across a window shape we couldn’t cater for!
And for awkwardly located windows, our motorised shutters are ideal giving you full control at the touch of a button, so that light management is not compromised.
Take a look at the full range from the Bespoke Shutter Company, including and plantation shutters and solid shutters or call us today on 0800 321 33 64
Solid shutters, Plantation Shutters and More
As well as solid shutters offering a period effect for your home, our best selling range of plantation shutters includes tier on tier shutters and café style shutters to optimise light management, full height shutters. And for a less costly, while no less elegant alternative, we also offer wooden venetian and vertical blinds.
Whether you prefer solid shutters or plantation shutters, there are many choices to make, including the type of wood and finish, but while the variations available for solid shutters are relatively straightforward, plantation shutters offer many more options.
The Beauty of Solid Shutters
Without the louver slats of plantation shutters, solid shutters were originally used in Victorian homes for insulation purposes. Today, with the emphasis on restoring period features in older properties, many property owners choose solid shutters to refine and add value.
When it comes to solid shutters, as well as offering the perfect conditions for sleep with a near black out effect in terms of light management, the benefits are clear:
- Enhanced property value
- Insulate against the heat and the cold
- Good for blocking out external noise
- Near black out effect from light
- Adding an extra element of security
Plantation Shutters from The Bespoke Shutter Company
Fitted either on the inside or the outside of your windows and doors, plantation shutters are louvered panels originating from America and the West Indies dating back to before the mid 1800s.
A stylish addition to any home or commercial property they have many benefits, allowing for privacy and light management. They are also great insulaters - keeping your rooms cooler in the summer as well as keeping the heat in and the cold out during the winter months.
Full Length Shutters
Covering the length and breadth of your window, full length plantation shutters are the simplest style of plantation shutter available. Offering an elegance to any room in your home or business premises, they can also be installed to cover patio doors, or as room dividers.
- Simple yet versatile
- Cost effective
- Elegant
Tier on Tier Shutters
A versatile choice, tier on tier plantation shutters are made up of two sets of shutters - one above the other - which can be opened and closed independently of each other. This offers greater control of light management, while still maintaining privacy, however your window is over-looked. Tier on tier plantation shutters are particularly popular in Victorian and Edwardian houses.
- Adaptable and stylish
- Greater light management
- More control over privacy
Café Style Shutters
Getting their name from the shutters found in French cafes, these chic plantation shutters are the most cost effective shutter solution for your property. Very popular for use in domestic kitchens and living rooms, as well as in bars, cafes and restaurants, they offer privacy while still allowing plenty of light to enter the room.
- Chic
- Cost effective
- Privacy from view for the lower section of your window
The Finish in Sight
Once you have chosen the type of shutter you prefer, there are a number of additional options to consider. At The Bespoke Wooden Shutter Company, whether you are choosing plantation or solid shutters, we have a range of different finishes, from natural cedar wood, painted hardwood through to specially engineered wood for strength.
Your choice will also be influenced by the room in which you wish to install your shutters - for instance we also offer a specially finished bathroom shutter which is 100% waterproof, hardwearing and robust and comes in a range of six different white shades.
The Seatle
- Engineered wood and polymer for strength
- Wipe clean finish
- Maintenance free
- Five shades to choose from
Find out more here.
The Boston
- Solid basswood
- High quality at a low price
- A choice of five different shades
Find out more here.
The Phoenix
- Hardwood eco timber
- Characterful and rich
- Lightweight - ideal for conservatory roofs
- Numerous shades and stains to choose from
Find out more here.
The Portland
- Strong, durable and robust hardwood
- A tight grain for a sleek finish
- Available in many shades and stains
Find out more here.
The Vancouver
- Western Red Cedar wood
- Elegant fine grain
- Lightweight - ideal for conservatory roofs
- Painted or natural oiled finishes
Find out more here.
Special Features
As well as choosing your wood and the finished colour, at The Bespoke Shutter Company we also offer a great range of hinges and, for your plantation shutters, options on louver sizes and tilt rods.
When it comes to unique window shapes, we offer a wide range of tailored shapes - from fully, half or quarter round, eyebrow, triangular, hexagonal or octagonal, as well as arches. We haven’t yet come across a window shape we couldn’t cater for!
And for awkwardly located windows, our motorised shutters are ideal giving you full control at the touch of a button, so that light management is not compromised.
Take a look at the full range from the Bespoke Shutter Company, including and plantation shutters and solid shutters or call us today on 0800 321 33 64
Friday, July 20, 2012
Shutters or Blinds? - Choosing Window Treatments For Your Home
Bespoke Shutters supply and install plantation shutters, solid shutters and wooden Venetian blinds for customers throughout North and South London and the Home Counties. Whilst the choice of whether to install shutters or blinds is partly down to personal taste, there are some practical things to consider.
Why Choose Shutters Over Blinds...
They Are Sturdier
Shutters are sturdier than blinds because they are constructed from harder wearing, thicker materials. Blinds are more often than not made from fabrics or thin strips of wood or plastic, whereas shutters, whilst still made from wood or plastic, are constructed of thicker more hardwearing material. This means that shutters will last longer than blinds and not need replacing as often and over time, this will save you money.
Shutters are the preferred choice over blinds for every room in the home but especially for those rooms that are opened and closed to vary the lighting conditions a lot. Those rooms include the kitchen the dining room and the lounge as well as the bedrooms. In all of these rooms, it is important to be able to control lighting levels as well as ventilation and privacy and installing window shutters is a very effective way of doing this.
Click here for more information on our range of Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters
They Are Ideal For Use in Harsh Environments Like Bathrooms, Wet Rooms and Swimming Pools
In these areas of the home you must be particularly careful which materials you use. Fabrics, many woods and metals will all perish rather quickly in these environments so you are strongly advised to steer clear of these when choosing your décor and materials.
We offer a new range of waterproof shutters, which are ideal for damp environments like bathrooms, wet rooms and swimming pools and especially designed for the purpose. They are produced using a substance called Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene. ABS provides a waterproof, wipe clean surface that will not suffer the affects of water, even if completely submerged. This makes them ideal for use in wet environments since they are not affected by water at all
They are available in many different shades of white and so you can choose the tone that best suits the rest of your bathroom décor. They add a fresh, contemporary feel to any room and best of all, they can be produced in the same styles as our other household shutters so they will match in, perfectly.
Click here for more information on our Bathroom Shutters
More Choice - More Style
Not only can shutters be produced in a range of different materials, they can also be made in a host of different styles and colours giving you the maximum choice of pattern, finish and material.
They Can Be Created to Fit Any Window
Shaped shutters are those that are produced to conform to a particular window shape. You might need circular shutters to go up at your Rose window or Catherine window, your porthole or your wheel window, your ocular window or oculus. You may need shutters to go up inside your arched windows or curved windows or you may want shutters to fit a really unusual, one of a kind shape. With shutters you can do this, with blinds, you cannot. Even if you have something a little more unusual then, simply give us the measurements and we’ll construct one for you.
Click here for more information on our Shaped Shutters
They Can Be Motorised
Shutters can be motorised, they can be electrically driven and remotely controlled and you can even have this done, after they’ve been installed. This is a very useful latest development. In some cases, windows can be quite hard to reach, say in the case of high up conservatory windows or those on stairways. With a remote control, there is no longer any need to stand on a chair or get the steps out. With remote controlled shutters you can alter their position from the comfort of your armchair.
Click here for more information on our Motorised Shutters
They Provide Added Insulation
Whether you choose solid shutters or plantation shutters an added benefit or bonus is that they offer another line of defence against the elements. When fully closed your shutters act as another layer on top of the glass of the windows.
Why Choose Shutters Over Blinds...
They Are Sturdier
Shutters are sturdier than blinds because they are constructed from harder wearing, thicker materials. Blinds are more often than not made from fabrics or thin strips of wood or plastic, whereas shutters, whilst still made from wood or plastic, are constructed of thicker more hardwearing material. This means that shutters will last longer than blinds and not need replacing as often and over time, this will save you money.
Shutters are the preferred choice over blinds for every room in the home but especially for those rooms that are opened and closed to vary the lighting conditions a lot. Those rooms include the kitchen the dining room and the lounge as well as the bedrooms. In all of these rooms, it is important to be able to control lighting levels as well as ventilation and privacy and installing window shutters is a very effective way of doing this.
Click here for more information on our range of Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters
They Are Ideal For Use in Harsh Environments Like Bathrooms, Wet Rooms and Swimming Pools
In these areas of the home you must be particularly careful which materials you use. Fabrics, many woods and metals will all perish rather quickly in these environments so you are strongly advised to steer clear of these when choosing your décor and materials.
We offer a new range of waterproof shutters, which are ideal for damp environments like bathrooms, wet rooms and swimming pools and especially designed for the purpose. They are produced using a substance called Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene. ABS provides a waterproof, wipe clean surface that will not suffer the affects of water, even if completely submerged. This makes them ideal for use in wet environments since they are not affected by water at all
They are available in many different shades of white and so you can choose the tone that best suits the rest of your bathroom décor. They add a fresh, contemporary feel to any room and best of all, they can be produced in the same styles as our other household shutters so they will match in, perfectly.
Click here for more information on our Bathroom Shutters
More Choice - More Style
Not only can shutters be produced in a range of different materials, they can also be made in a host of different styles and colours giving you the maximum choice of pattern, finish and material.
- Your window shutters can be produced in natural or machined wood
- They can be coated in plastic or made entirely from ABS
- They can be coloured using tones from the Dulux or Farrow and Ball colour ranges.
- They can be presented in natural wood, displaying their own, natural wood colours.
- There are many different styles to choose from; there are plantation shutters, with rotating slats and solid shutters that work off hinges. There are tier on tier shutters, café style shutters and full-length shutters, all of which produce a different but very desirable finished look
They Can Be Created to Fit Any Window
Shaped shutters are those that are produced to conform to a particular window shape. You might need circular shutters to go up at your Rose window or Catherine window, your porthole or your wheel window, your ocular window or oculus. You may need shutters to go up inside your arched windows or curved windows or you may want shutters to fit a really unusual, one of a kind shape. With shutters you can do this, with blinds, you cannot. Even if you have something a little more unusual then, simply give us the measurements and we’ll construct one for you.
Click here for more information on our Shaped Shutters
They Can Be Motorised
Shutters can be motorised, they can be electrically driven and remotely controlled and you can even have this done, after they’ve been installed. This is a very useful latest development. In some cases, windows can be quite hard to reach, say in the case of high up conservatory windows or those on stairways. With a remote control, there is no longer any need to stand on a chair or get the steps out. With remote controlled shutters you can alter their position from the comfort of your armchair.
Click here for more information on our Motorised Shutters
They Provide Added Insulation
Whether you choose solid shutters or plantation shutters an added benefit or bonus is that they offer another line of defence against the elements. When fully closed your shutters act as another layer on top of the glass of the windows.
Wednesday, July 18, 2012
Choosing shutters for every room of your home
Plantation shutters or solid shutters can be used at every window in every room of the home to enhance safety and security, to protect from draughts and sunlight and to help with insulation and ventilation. They also make an attractive addition to your home, enhancing its curb appeal and its saleability.
Bespoke Shutters sell plantation shutters and solid shutters for every room of the home including living room shutters, dining room shutters, kitchen shutters, conservatory shutters, bedroom shutters and bathroom shutters. With the full range of colours and many natural wood finishes to choose from, you are guaranteed to find the plantation shutters or solid shutters to suit.
Plantation Shutters and Solid Shutters - What’s The Difference?
Plantation shutters are built as slats within a frame. The frame fits neatly in the window aperture, on the inside of the glass and the horizontal slats rotate through 180°, from fully closed, through fully open to fully closed again. This opening and closing movement is controlled either through a string or rope pulley system or through the use of a twistrod. A more recent addition to these control options, is the remote control, a battery operated system whereby the slats are opened and closed using a remote handset (motorised shutters).
Solid shutters work very differently to plantation shutters. Solid shutters, as the name suggests, are constructed of solid pieces of wood, which are hung on the vertical and joined together with hinges so that they concertina when opening. Each solid shutter, and there are two in a set, is constructed of 2-3 pieces of wood but this can vary depending on the size of the aperture. When fully closed, solid shutters offer virtual blackout, closing off a room and allowing no daylight in whatsoever. The amount of daylight allowed into a room can be controlled exactly, simply by moving the shutters slightly one way or the other.
Click here for more information on our range of Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters
Shutters For The Living Room
The living room is the one room of the house, apart from the bedroom, in which we spend the majority of our time. It is the room in which we like to relax and unwind after a hard days work. It is the room in which we like to kick back and watch television, read a book or listen to our favourite piece of music. It is also the room in which the family likes to congregate, to catch up on the day’s news or share some time together, playing games or chatting over the day’s events.
It is a room in which plantation shutters or solid shutters come into their own. Having plantation shutters or solid wood shutters installed at the windows of your living room, means you have complete control over the amount of light that enters the room from outside. With the windows open, you can easily regulate the amount of airflow or ventilation and you can also restrict the view of people looking in. Plantation shutters can be positioned so as to deflect the rays of the sun, shielding your eyes from the sun’s glare to make it easier to watch television. Solid shutters and plantation shutters are also useful here from the point of view of insulation and warmth as they offer another line of defence against the elements.
Shutters For The Dining Room
Installing plantation shutters or solid shutters in a dining room creates a lovely aesthetic within the room and a real focal point and conversation piece. But more than that, they have a specific purpose. You might be entertaining in the early evening, just at that point when it becomes easier to see in, than to see out of your windows. You don’t want dog walkers or passers by looking in, but at the same time, you don’t want to block out the outside altogether. With plantation shutters you can position the slats to make it impossible for anyone to see in, whilst still benefiting from any daylight the early evening has to offer. Similarly, with solid wood shutters, these too can be positioned so as to allow just the right amount of light into the room.
Shutters For The Kitchen
Curtains are wholly inappropriate for kitchens. This is because the atmosphere quickly fills with smoke and steam generated from cooking and this will, very quickly ruin your drapes. Ventilation is the key so it is important to choose a window covering that allows air to circulate whilst still providing privacy and light control for when it is required. Plantation shutters are the obvious choice here as windows can be opened to allow as much ventilation in as possible, whilst the slats in the plantation shutters can be positioned so that anyone outside the kitchen cannot see in.
An added benefit of this type of window treatment is that plantation shutters are easy to maintain and keep clean. All you need to do, to keep your plantation shutters looking as good as knew, is give them a regular wipe down with a damp cloth and then finish off with a dry cloth wipe down.
Shutters For The Conservatory
Plantation shutters tend to work best in conservatories because they are lighter than solid shutters. They can be produced in a host of different shapes and sizes to perfectly conform to the shape of your conservatory building. Many conservatories feature pitched glass roofs and these can be fitted with plantation shutters that are controlled remotely. Motorised plantation shutters are ideal for this situation, as you don’t have to stand on ladders or stretch up from a chair to operate them.
Click here for more information on our range of Conservatory Shutters
Shutters For The Bedroom
The bedroom will suit either plantation shutters or solid shutters depending on the look you want to achieve. In fact some would argue that solid shutters are better for a bedroom since they deliver virtual blackout when closed. This is great if you like sleeping in the pitch black, which a lot of people prefer. They also go a long way to helping you feel, warm, cosy and snug which is just what you want in a bedroom.
Plantation shutters are also very good for bedrooms. Not only do they look great, but the positioning of their slats can be altered so as to make it impossible for people to see in, so they are a very effective window treatment for the bedroom.
Shutters for the bathroom
The bathroom, like the kitchen, is another ‘wet room’. The atmosphere in a bathroom quickly becomes 100% saturated if not very well ventilated and this leads to steamed up windows and condensation. Water droplets will naturally form on surfaces and if not removed, they will cause water damage or result in damp and mildew forming.
Curtains should never be used in a bathroom since they will rapidly become damp, mildew will form and they will become a breeding ground for bacteria. Shutters make the obvious choice for bathroom window treatments, since they can be constructed of a waterproof material and require just a simple wipe down with a cloth to keep them looking as good as new.
Click here for more information on our range of Bathroom Shutters
Bespoke Shutters sell plantation shutters and solid shutters for every room of the home including living room shutters, dining room shutters, kitchen shutters, conservatory shutters, bedroom shutters and bathroom shutters. With the full range of colours and many natural wood finishes to choose from, you are guaranteed to find the plantation shutters or solid shutters to suit.
Plantation Shutters and Solid Shutters - What’s The Difference?
Plantation shutters are built as slats within a frame. The frame fits neatly in the window aperture, on the inside of the glass and the horizontal slats rotate through 180°, from fully closed, through fully open to fully closed again. This opening and closing movement is controlled either through a string or rope pulley system or through the use of a twistrod. A more recent addition to these control options, is the remote control, a battery operated system whereby the slats are opened and closed using a remote handset (motorised shutters).
Solid shutters work very differently to plantation shutters. Solid shutters, as the name suggests, are constructed of solid pieces of wood, which are hung on the vertical and joined together with hinges so that they concertina when opening. Each solid shutter, and there are two in a set, is constructed of 2-3 pieces of wood but this can vary depending on the size of the aperture. When fully closed, solid shutters offer virtual blackout, closing off a room and allowing no daylight in whatsoever. The amount of daylight allowed into a room can be controlled exactly, simply by moving the shutters slightly one way or the other.
Click here for more information on our range of Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters
Shutters For The Living Room
The living room is the one room of the house, apart from the bedroom, in which we spend the majority of our time. It is the room in which we like to relax and unwind after a hard days work. It is the room in which we like to kick back and watch television, read a book or listen to our favourite piece of music. It is also the room in which the family likes to congregate, to catch up on the day’s news or share some time together, playing games or chatting over the day’s events.
It is a room in which plantation shutters or solid shutters come into their own. Having plantation shutters or solid wood shutters installed at the windows of your living room, means you have complete control over the amount of light that enters the room from outside. With the windows open, you can easily regulate the amount of airflow or ventilation and you can also restrict the view of people looking in. Plantation shutters can be positioned so as to deflect the rays of the sun, shielding your eyes from the sun’s glare to make it easier to watch television. Solid shutters and plantation shutters are also useful here from the point of view of insulation and warmth as they offer another line of defence against the elements.
Shutters For The Dining Room
Installing plantation shutters or solid shutters in a dining room creates a lovely aesthetic within the room and a real focal point and conversation piece. But more than that, they have a specific purpose. You might be entertaining in the early evening, just at that point when it becomes easier to see in, than to see out of your windows. You don’t want dog walkers or passers by looking in, but at the same time, you don’t want to block out the outside altogether. With plantation shutters you can position the slats to make it impossible for anyone to see in, whilst still benefiting from any daylight the early evening has to offer. Similarly, with solid wood shutters, these too can be positioned so as to allow just the right amount of light into the room.
Shutters For The Kitchen
Curtains are wholly inappropriate for kitchens. This is because the atmosphere quickly fills with smoke and steam generated from cooking and this will, very quickly ruin your drapes. Ventilation is the key so it is important to choose a window covering that allows air to circulate whilst still providing privacy and light control for when it is required. Plantation shutters are the obvious choice here as windows can be opened to allow as much ventilation in as possible, whilst the slats in the plantation shutters can be positioned so that anyone outside the kitchen cannot see in.
An added benefit of this type of window treatment is that plantation shutters are easy to maintain and keep clean. All you need to do, to keep your plantation shutters looking as good as knew, is give them a regular wipe down with a damp cloth and then finish off with a dry cloth wipe down.
Shutters For The Conservatory
Plantation shutters tend to work best in conservatories because they are lighter than solid shutters. They can be produced in a host of different shapes and sizes to perfectly conform to the shape of your conservatory building. Many conservatories feature pitched glass roofs and these can be fitted with plantation shutters that are controlled remotely. Motorised plantation shutters are ideal for this situation, as you don’t have to stand on ladders or stretch up from a chair to operate them.
Click here for more information on our range of Conservatory Shutters
Shutters For The Bedroom
The bedroom will suit either plantation shutters or solid shutters depending on the look you want to achieve. In fact some would argue that solid shutters are better for a bedroom since they deliver virtual blackout when closed. This is great if you like sleeping in the pitch black, which a lot of people prefer. They also go a long way to helping you feel, warm, cosy and snug which is just what you want in a bedroom.
Plantation shutters are also very good for bedrooms. Not only do they look great, but the positioning of their slats can be altered so as to make it impossible for people to see in, so they are a very effective window treatment for the bedroom.
Shutters for the bathroom
The bathroom, like the kitchen, is another ‘wet room’. The atmosphere in a bathroom quickly becomes 100% saturated if not very well ventilated and this leads to steamed up windows and condensation. Water droplets will naturally form on surfaces and if not removed, they will cause water damage or result in damp and mildew forming.
Curtains should never be used in a bathroom since they will rapidly become damp, mildew will form and they will become a breeding ground for bacteria. Shutters make the obvious choice for bathroom window treatments, since they can be constructed of a waterproof material and require just a simple wipe down with a cloth to keep them looking as good as new.
Click here for more information on our range of Bathroom Shutters
Monday, July 16, 2012
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters - Stunning Bespoke Designs for London's Windows!
This is the second of our two part series on plantation shutters and solid shutters - producing beautiful bespoke designs for London’s windows.
Last month we looked at how our plantation shutters and solid shutters add elegance to homes and businesses in all parts of London including Barnet, Belsize Park, Crouch End, Chiswick and Chelsea.
This month we shall focus on the plantation shutters and solid shutters we install in Clapham, Finchley, Hampstead, Hammersmith, Kensington, Mayfair, Notting Hill Putney and St John’s Wood.
Our superb craftsmanship and attention to detail has gained us an excellent reputation in the industry and we have many years’ experience in supplying and fitting bespoke plantation shutters and solid shutters in the London area.
We have plantation shutters and solid shutters available in a range of designs to suit contemporary and traditional interiors. These include waterproof shutters, solid wood shutters, natural cedar wood, conservatory shutters, motorised shutters, painted and coloured shutters. In addition to our solid, tier on tier, full and café style shutters, we also produce shutters for special shaped windows.
Plantation Shutters - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters add value to your home, reduce noise levels, and increase security and privacy. Here we shall spotlight areas of London where we supply and fit plantation shutters and solid shutters and the type of service provided by our experts at Bespoke Shutters.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Clapham London
Bespoke Shutters supply and install beautiful plantation shutters and solid shutters to homes and business in Clapham London at competitive rates. Just call us now for a free quote.
Clapham is an upmarket district in the London borough of Lambeth and is in the post code district of SW4, SW12 and SW9. It is known for its extensive green space including Clapham Common, which is overlooked by Victorian Houses. It is a lively, middle class area, with many restaurants, shops, boutiques, wine bars and cafés.
Wherever you are based in Clapham London, Bespoke shutters supply made to measure plantation shutters and solid shutters. We are committed to using the only the best products and provide excellent levels of craftsmanship so our shutters can be admired for many years to come.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Finchley London
If you want striking window covers, Bespoke Shutters design and install stunning plantation shutters and solid shutters in Finchley London.
Finchley is a mainly residential suburb in the district of Barnet with three town centres in East Finchley, North Finchley and Finchley Central. It has the post code districts of N2, N3 and N12. Bespoke shutters provide made to measure solid shutters and plantation shutters in the Finchley London. Just call us now for a quote.
We provide a practical and affordable solution for your windows and all our shutters are measured, made and fitted to your exact requirements.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Hampstead London
For elegant plantation shutters and solid shutters in Hampstead London contact Bespoke Shutters who design and fit beautiful shutters to enhance your interior.
Hampstead is home to London’s largest ancient park land, Hampstead Heath, which affords an excellent view over the city sky land. It is an area of London known for its artistic, literary and musical associations. It has a good mix of restaurants for eating out and is home to many traditional pubs. Hampstead has some of the most expensive housing in the London area and is in the post code district of NW3.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters offer an excellent solution to privacy and are a wonderful addition to any home. Our clean and simple designs look striking in contemporary and traditional properties and we have an established reputation in the industry for high standards and outstanding craftsmanship.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Hammersmith London
If you want your window coverings to be beautiful and functional, Bespoke Shutters supply and install high quality plantation shutters and solid shutters to homes in Hammersmith London.
Hammersmith is one of west London’s most important commercial and employment centres and many multi-national companies are based here. It is in the W6 post code district and is a key transport centre. Hammersmith is served by two tube stations and is on the A4 trunk road leading to the M4 motorway and Heathrow Airport.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters provide control over light, privacy and noise. Our shutters are designed and fitted to exact measurements and our UV protection process prevents colour fade.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Kensington London
Our plantation shutters and solid shutters are tailor made for beautiful homes and interiors in Kensington London.
Kensington is a high populated and affluent area in west and central London. At its heart is Kensington high Street which is home to many high-end shops. It is in the SW7 post code district.
Our plantation shutters and solid shutters are made to strict quality control procedures and we provide a comprehensive guarantee period.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Mayfair London
Bespoke Shutters design plantation shutters and solid shutters with elegance in mind for stylish interiors in Mayfair London.
Mayfair is an attractive location in central London and is home to several of the capital’s most upmarket shops, luxury hotels, restaurants and clubs. It is in the W1K and W1J post code district in the London borough of Westminster.
Our plantation shutters and solid shutters are of exceptional quality and made with performance and longevity in mind.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Notting Hill London
Bespoke plantation shutters and solid shutters are timeless and individual and are the perfect addition to homes in Notting Hill London.
Notting Hill is a lively and fashionable area of London with appealing terraces and Victorian houses. It is well known for a film of the same name starring Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant, and for the famous Notting Hill Carnival and Portobello Market. It is in the W10 and W11 post code areas of London.
Our plantation and solid shutters are tailored to individual requirements and we have many styles and designs to choose from.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Putney London
Plantation shutters and solid shutters are the perfect solution to privacy and light control in Putney which lies in the SW15 postcode district of London.
Putney is known as a professional district of London and has a high proportion of professional people living here including doctors and lawyers as well as former naval officers who have chosen to settle here.
We supply and fit plantation shutters and solid shutters in a wide range of designs and colours including natural wood and various wood stains. Our shutters can be matched to all paint colours including Farrow and Ball.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: St John’s Wood London
Plantation shutters and solid shutters are a beautiful, stylish alternative to curtains and blinds.
St John’s Wood is a highly desirable residential area, seen as the fifth most expensive area of the capital. It is famous for Lord’s Cricket ground (the original headquarters of the sport) and for its Abbey Road Studios where the Beetles recorded their Abbey Road album. It is in the NW8 postal district.
Our plantation shutters and solid shutters are designed and built to last and carry a three year guarantee from the date of order.
Plantation Shutters - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Last month we looked at how our plantation shutters and solid shutters add elegance to homes and businesses in all parts of London including Barnet, Belsize Park, Crouch End, Chiswick and Chelsea.
This month we shall focus on the plantation shutters and solid shutters we install in Clapham, Finchley, Hampstead, Hammersmith, Kensington, Mayfair, Notting Hill Putney and St John’s Wood.
Our superb craftsmanship and attention to detail has gained us an excellent reputation in the industry and we have many years’ experience in supplying and fitting bespoke plantation shutters and solid shutters in the London area.
We have plantation shutters and solid shutters available in a range of designs to suit contemporary and traditional interiors. These include waterproof shutters, solid wood shutters, natural cedar wood, conservatory shutters, motorised shutters, painted and coloured shutters. In addition to our solid, tier on tier, full and café style shutters, we also produce shutters for special shaped windows.
Plantation Shutters - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters add value to your home, reduce noise levels, and increase security and privacy. Here we shall spotlight areas of London where we supply and fit plantation shutters and solid shutters and the type of service provided by our experts at Bespoke Shutters.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Clapham London
Bespoke Shutters supply and install beautiful plantation shutters and solid shutters to homes and business in Clapham London at competitive rates. Just call us now for a free quote.
Clapham is an upmarket district in the London borough of Lambeth and is in the post code district of SW4, SW12 and SW9. It is known for its extensive green space including Clapham Common, which is overlooked by Victorian Houses. It is a lively, middle class area, with many restaurants, shops, boutiques, wine bars and cafés.
Wherever you are based in Clapham London, Bespoke shutters supply made to measure plantation shutters and solid shutters. We are committed to using the only the best products and provide excellent levels of craftsmanship so our shutters can be admired for many years to come.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Finchley London
If you want striking window covers, Bespoke Shutters design and install stunning plantation shutters and solid shutters in Finchley London.
Finchley is a mainly residential suburb in the district of Barnet with three town centres in East Finchley, North Finchley and Finchley Central. It has the post code districts of N2, N3 and N12. Bespoke shutters provide made to measure solid shutters and plantation shutters in the Finchley London. Just call us now for a quote.
We provide a practical and affordable solution for your windows and all our shutters are measured, made and fitted to your exact requirements.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Hampstead London
For elegant plantation shutters and solid shutters in Hampstead London contact Bespoke Shutters who design and fit beautiful shutters to enhance your interior.
Hampstead is home to London’s largest ancient park land, Hampstead Heath, which affords an excellent view over the city sky land. It is an area of London known for its artistic, literary and musical associations. It has a good mix of restaurants for eating out and is home to many traditional pubs. Hampstead has some of the most expensive housing in the London area and is in the post code district of NW3.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters offer an excellent solution to privacy and are a wonderful addition to any home. Our clean and simple designs look striking in contemporary and traditional properties and we have an established reputation in the industry for high standards and outstanding craftsmanship.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Hammersmith London
If you want your window coverings to be beautiful and functional, Bespoke Shutters supply and install high quality plantation shutters and solid shutters to homes in Hammersmith London.
Hammersmith is one of west London’s most important commercial and employment centres and many multi-national companies are based here. It is in the W6 post code district and is a key transport centre. Hammersmith is served by two tube stations and is on the A4 trunk road leading to the M4 motorway and Heathrow Airport.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters provide control over light, privacy and noise. Our shutters are designed and fitted to exact measurements and our UV protection process prevents colour fade.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Kensington London
Our plantation shutters and solid shutters are tailor made for beautiful homes and interiors in Kensington London.
Kensington is a high populated and affluent area in west and central London. At its heart is Kensington high Street which is home to many high-end shops. It is in the SW7 post code district.
Our plantation shutters and solid shutters are made to strict quality control procedures and we provide a comprehensive guarantee period.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Mayfair London
Bespoke Shutters design plantation shutters and solid shutters with elegance in mind for stylish interiors in Mayfair London.
Mayfair is an attractive location in central London and is home to several of the capital’s most upmarket shops, luxury hotels, restaurants and clubs. It is in the W1K and W1J post code district in the London borough of Westminster.
Our plantation shutters and solid shutters are of exceptional quality and made with performance and longevity in mind.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Notting Hill London
Bespoke plantation shutters and solid shutters are timeless and individual and are the perfect addition to homes in Notting Hill London.
Notting Hill is a lively and fashionable area of London with appealing terraces and Victorian houses. It is well known for a film of the same name starring Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant, and for the famous Notting Hill Carnival and Portobello Market. It is in the W10 and W11 post code areas of London.
Our plantation and solid shutters are tailored to individual requirements and we have many styles and designs to choose from.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Putney London
Plantation shutters and solid shutters are the perfect solution to privacy and light control in Putney which lies in the SW15 postcode district of London.
Putney is known as a professional district of London and has a high proportion of professional people living here including doctors and lawyers as well as former naval officers who have chosen to settle here.
We supply and fit plantation shutters and solid shutters in a wide range of designs and colours including natural wood and various wood stains. Our shutters can be matched to all paint colours including Farrow and Ball.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: St John’s Wood London
Plantation shutters and solid shutters are a beautiful, stylish alternative to curtains and blinds.
St John’s Wood is a highly desirable residential area, seen as the fifth most expensive area of the capital. It is famous for Lord’s Cricket ground (the original headquarters of the sport) and for its Abbey Road Studios where the Beetles recorded their Abbey Road album. It is in the NW8 postal district.
Our plantation shutters and solid shutters are designed and built to last and carry a three year guarantee from the date of order.
Plantation Shutters - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters - Making London's Windows Beautiful!
Bespoke Shutters supply and install high quality plantation shutters and solid shutters throughout London. We have many years’ experience in making London’s windows beautiful from the inside and have a reputation for superb craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters will enhance the value of your London home. Although more expensive than traditional window covers, they are an elegant and attractive home improvement. Research shows plantation shutters and solid shutters appeal to potential buyers so they are a great way to add value to your property and give it additional ‘kerb appeal’.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters suit both contemporary and traditional homes and can be installed in all types of London properties from period homes to modern apartments. We have plantation shutters and solid shutters to suit all tastes including solid wood, painted, coloured, stained, natural cedar wood, conservatory shutters, motorised shutters and waterproof shutters. Whatever your requirements, we have something to suit you. As well as our range of full height, tier on tier, café style and solid shutters, we also supply and fit shutters for those more unusual shaped windows.
Bespoke Shutters supply and install plantation shutters and solid shutters in all parts of London including the areas of Barnet, Belsize Park,Crouch End, Chiswick, Chelsea, Clapham, Finchley, Hampstead, Hammersmith, Kensington, Mayfair, Notting Hill, Putney and St John Wood.
Plantation Shutters - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters - click here to view our solid shutter range.
In this two part series we shall look at the parts of London covered by Bespoke Shutters and include details about each area and the service we provide.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Barnet London
If you are looking for plantation shutters or solid shutters in Barnet London, contact us now for a quote. Barnet is both a town a borough of London. The borough of Barnet which includes postcodes: N2, N3, N11, N12, N20, NW4, NW7, NW11 and HA8, is known for its high proportion of green space including open parks and nature reserves.
The borough of Barnet includes the districts of Finchley, Cricklewood, Edgware, Brent Cross, Golders Green, Hampstead Garden Suburb and Woodside Park. Wherever you are based in Barnet London, Bespoke Shutters provide free quotes for the installation of high quality bespoke plantation shutters and solid shutters.
We offer a superb after care service including a guarantee on all our products. All our products are protected against warping, cracking and defects of workmanship for one year minimum from the date of fitting.
Plantation Shutters Barnet - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters Barnet - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Belsize Park London
If you require high quality plantation shutters and solid shutters in Belsize Park London, contact Bespoke Shutters.
Belsize Park is an area of London in the borough of Camden. It is a trendy part of the city within walking distance of Hampstead Heath and Primrose Hill. It is in the NW3 postcode district and has many restaurants and bars. If you live in Belsize Park London, Bespoke Shutters provide free quotes for beautiful plantation shutters and solid shutters.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters are an excellent choice for privacy as they guard against prying eyes. Shutters are a premium product and our shutters have a new built in hidden tilt mechanism that is completely invisible. We are committed to supplying competitively priced shutters for optimum performance.
Plantation Shutters Belsize Park - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters Belsize Park - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Crouch End London
If you need expert installers for plantation shutters and solid shutters in Crouch End London, Bespoke Shutters provide free quotations. Just contact us now to find out more about our service.
Crouch End is situated in a valley in the London borough of Haringey. It was once a small hamlet but is now an upmarket area of London in the N8 post code district and has many smart and chic establishments and pavement style cafes. Wherever you are based in Crouch End London, we will install and fit high quality solid shutters and plantation shutters for your home or business.
Bespoke Shutters are committed to high standards of excellence and provide competitively priced shutters, designed to last. We offer a wide range of styles and designs and if you need help and advice, our experts will guide you through the choices.
Plantation Shutters Crouch End - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters Crouch End - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Chiswick London
For the very best in plantation shutters and solid shutters for Chiswick London, our experienced staff are on hand to give you help and advice.
Chiswick is a suburb in west London in the W4 post code district and is part of the London borough of Hounslow. It has a mixture of Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian architecture and has several historic buildings and houses including Chiswick House, a fine building with picturesque historic gardens. Bespoke Shutters fit plantation shutters and solid shutters for home owners and businesses in Chiswick London. Just call us now for a free quotation.
Our high quality shutters are made to your exact requirements and are an elegant addition to your period home or contemporary property.
Bespoke Shutters offer high standards of excellence. Our shutters are very study and built using mortise and tennon joints for a more secure construction and to prevent paint cracking and movement. .
Plantation Shutters Chiswick- click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters Chiswick - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Chelsea London
For high quality shutters, Bespoke Shutters provide plantation shutters and solid shutters for homes and business in Chelsea London.
Chelsea is an area of west London in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Much of it falls in the postcode districts of SW3 and SW10, but it also includes small parts of SW1. It is seen as a prime global residential area and the most exclusive part is the area around Sloane Square and Knightsbridge Tube. Kings Road which runs through Chelsea is a well known shopping destination.
Bespoke Shutters make and install solid shutters and plantation shutters for all parts of Chelsea London. We provide the very best in service and have a reputation for our excellent craftsman ship and attention to detail.
To find out more see next week’s blog on part two of our series on Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters - Making London's Windows Beautiful!
Plantation Shutters Chelsea - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters Chelsea - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters will enhance the value of your London home. Although more expensive than traditional window covers, they are an elegant and attractive home improvement. Research shows plantation shutters and solid shutters appeal to potential buyers so they are a great way to add value to your property and give it additional ‘kerb appeal’.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters suit both contemporary and traditional homes and can be installed in all types of London properties from period homes to modern apartments. We have plantation shutters and solid shutters to suit all tastes including solid wood, painted, coloured, stained, natural cedar wood, conservatory shutters, motorised shutters and waterproof shutters. Whatever your requirements, we have something to suit you. As well as our range of full height, tier on tier, café style and solid shutters, we also supply and fit shutters for those more unusual shaped windows.
Bespoke Shutters supply and install plantation shutters and solid shutters in all parts of London including the areas of Barnet, Belsize Park,Crouch End, Chiswick, Chelsea, Clapham, Finchley, Hampstead, Hammersmith, Kensington, Mayfair, Notting Hill, Putney and St John Wood.
Plantation Shutters - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters - click here to view our solid shutter range.
In this two part series we shall look at the parts of London covered by Bespoke Shutters and include details about each area and the service we provide.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Barnet London
If you are looking for plantation shutters or solid shutters in Barnet London, contact us now for a quote. Barnet is both a town a borough of London. The borough of Barnet which includes postcodes: N2, N3, N11, N12, N20, NW4, NW7, NW11 and HA8, is known for its high proportion of green space including open parks and nature reserves.
The borough of Barnet includes the districts of Finchley, Cricklewood, Edgware, Brent Cross, Golders Green, Hampstead Garden Suburb and Woodside Park. Wherever you are based in Barnet London, Bespoke Shutters provide free quotes for the installation of high quality bespoke plantation shutters and solid shutters.
We offer a superb after care service including a guarantee on all our products. All our products are protected against warping, cracking and defects of workmanship for one year minimum from the date of fitting.
Plantation Shutters Barnet - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters Barnet - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Belsize Park London
If you require high quality plantation shutters and solid shutters in Belsize Park London, contact Bespoke Shutters.
Belsize Park is an area of London in the borough of Camden. It is a trendy part of the city within walking distance of Hampstead Heath and Primrose Hill. It is in the NW3 postcode district and has many restaurants and bars. If you live in Belsize Park London, Bespoke Shutters provide free quotes for beautiful plantation shutters and solid shutters.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters are an excellent choice for privacy as they guard against prying eyes. Shutters are a premium product and our shutters have a new built in hidden tilt mechanism that is completely invisible. We are committed to supplying competitively priced shutters for optimum performance.
Plantation Shutters Belsize Park - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters Belsize Park - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Crouch End London
If you need expert installers for plantation shutters and solid shutters in Crouch End London, Bespoke Shutters provide free quotations. Just contact us now to find out more about our service.
Crouch End is situated in a valley in the London borough of Haringey. It was once a small hamlet but is now an upmarket area of London in the N8 post code district and has many smart and chic establishments and pavement style cafes. Wherever you are based in Crouch End London, we will install and fit high quality solid shutters and plantation shutters for your home or business.
Bespoke Shutters are committed to high standards of excellence and provide competitively priced shutters, designed to last. We offer a wide range of styles and designs and if you need help and advice, our experts will guide you through the choices.
Plantation Shutters Crouch End - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters Crouch End - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Chiswick London
For the very best in plantation shutters and solid shutters for Chiswick London, our experienced staff are on hand to give you help and advice.
Chiswick is a suburb in west London in the W4 post code district and is part of the London borough of Hounslow. It has a mixture of Georgian, Edwardian and Victorian architecture and has several historic buildings and houses including Chiswick House, a fine building with picturesque historic gardens. Bespoke Shutters fit plantation shutters and solid shutters for home owners and businesses in Chiswick London. Just call us now for a free quotation.
Our high quality shutters are made to your exact requirements and are an elegant addition to your period home or contemporary property.
Bespoke Shutters offer high standards of excellence. Our shutters are very study and built using mortise and tennon joints for a more secure construction and to prevent paint cracking and movement. .
Plantation Shutters Chiswick- click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters Chiswick - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters: Chelsea London
For high quality shutters, Bespoke Shutters provide plantation shutters and solid shutters for homes and business in Chelsea London.
Chelsea is an area of west London in Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Much of it falls in the postcode districts of SW3 and SW10, but it also includes small parts of SW1. It is seen as a prime global residential area and the most exclusive part is the area around Sloane Square and Knightsbridge Tube. Kings Road which runs through Chelsea is a well known shopping destination.
Bespoke Shutters make and install solid shutters and plantation shutters for all parts of Chelsea London. We provide the very best in service and have a reputation for our excellent craftsman ship and attention to detail.
To find out more see next week’s blog on part two of our series on Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters - Making London's Windows Beautiful!
Plantation Shutters Chelsea - click here to view our plantation shutter range.
Solid Shutters Chelsea - click here to view our solid shutter range.
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Plantation Shutter & Solid Shutters - Step By Step Guide to Choosing Shutters For Your Home
Step One: Choose the Style of Shutter You Would Like - Either Plantation Shutters or Solid Shutters
Plantation shutters and solid shutters are an elegant alternative to blinds and curtains. When it comes to choosing the right shutters for you, you should first decide which style you prefer - plantation shutters or solid shutters.
So what are the differences between the two?
Plantation shutters are made with louvered slats and come in three different designs. These are full length plantation shutters, tier on tier plantation shutters and café style plantation shutters.
All three styles offer a great deal of benefits to the home-owner. Due to the ability to move the louvered slats, the level of light and air flow into a room can be modified at different times of the day. The slats can be left fully open to flood the room with light, or closed at night-time to provide privacy and warmth. And even in the half way position, the louvered slats disrupt the line of site into the room from the outside - ensuring good air flow without the need for nets.
Solid shutters, as the name implies, have a solid insert which means they almost completely block out the light, so are great for bedrooms. They also provide greater security for the home than plantation shutters. When fully closed, solid shutters can also significantly reduce the noise levels filtering in from outside. Solid shutters can be opened fully during the day time to allow in light, but offer no in-between option like plantation shutters.
Plantation Shutters - click here to view our range of designs.
Solid Shutters - click here to view our range of designs.
Step Two: Choose Between Our Different Ranges
Once you have decided on your style preference, you can choose between our five different ranges: The Seattle, Boston, Portland, Phoenix and Vancouver. These vary in price, appearance and characteristics and we shall explain the benefits here.
Low Maintenance - The Seattle is a great choice for robust, easy to clean shutters offering good value for money. These shutters are made from engineered wood and are polymer coated, so they do not need repainting.
Best Value Wood Shutters - If you want great value wood shutters, The Boston is a superb option. These shutters are made from solid basswood which is a popular, hard wearing material suitable for plantation shutters and solid shutters.
Light weight and Eco-Friendly - The Phoenix is our most eco-friendly shutter because the timber grows to a full height in just eight years. These shutters come in a range of styles and are especially good for blocking out the light on glass ceilings because they are so light-weight.
Bespoke Designs - If you want a truly bespoke option, the Portland is a perfect for homes or business premises. It is hard wearing with an engineered centre to prevent any deviations in shape and we can also customise the thicknesses, rails and louvers.
Natural Appearance - For the crème de la crème in shutters, our Vancouver range comes out on top. This shutter range is made from Western Red Cedar and is ideal for barn or warehouse conversions because it has an oiled finish to bring out the natural beauty of the wood. This is the option to choose if you want natural solid wood shutters.
Step Three: Choose the Finish - Whether You Prefer Natural Wood Shutters, Painted Shutters or Stained Shutters
Once you have decided on your style and shutter type, the next step is to choose the colour or finish.
Each of our shutters are available in a range of colour options and the one you select really comes down to personal taste. However, our Phoenix and Vancouver ranges offer a much wider choice of finishes including many different paint options and wood effect stains.
We can also match Farrow and Ball paint colours extremely closely to tie in with your room's décor. Although we do not use the actual Farrow and Ball paint colours, we have specially developed paint lacquers where the colour matching is very close and these have additional protective properties that guard against fading.
Step Four: Do You Need Shaped Shutters?
Just as homes vary in size an appearance so do windows. Here at Bespoke Shutters we supply and make a range of shutters to suit almost any type of window and we also produce shutters to go above or on the side of a doorway.
We design and install shutters for all shapes of windows including arched, triangular, hexagonal, octagonal, circular, half round windows, eyebrow windows, quarter round windows and elongated half round windows.
Step Five: Have You Considered Motorised Shutters?
Motorised shutters gives you power at your finger tips! It means you do not have to move from your chair to open and close your shutters manually - instead you just operate them at the touch of a button.
This is safer for families with young children as it eliminates the use of a chord (on some manual shutters) and provides a solution for shutters in those hard-to-reach areas such as roof apexes or on the tops of staircases.
Why Choose The Bespoke Shutter Company for the Installation of Your Shutters?
Plantation Shutters - please call us on 0800 321 33 64 for more information or to request an appointment click here.
Plantation shutters and solid shutters are an elegant alternative to blinds and curtains. When it comes to choosing the right shutters for you, you should first decide which style you prefer - plantation shutters or solid shutters.
So what are the differences between the two?
Plantation shutters are made with louvered slats and come in three different designs. These are full length plantation shutters, tier on tier plantation shutters and café style plantation shutters.
All three styles offer a great deal of benefits to the home-owner. Due to the ability to move the louvered slats, the level of light and air flow into a room can be modified at different times of the day. The slats can be left fully open to flood the room with light, or closed at night-time to provide privacy and warmth. And even in the half way position, the louvered slats disrupt the line of site into the room from the outside - ensuring good air flow without the need for nets.
Solid shutters, as the name implies, have a solid insert which means they almost completely block out the light, so are great for bedrooms. They also provide greater security for the home than plantation shutters. When fully closed, solid shutters can also significantly reduce the noise levels filtering in from outside. Solid shutters can be opened fully during the day time to allow in light, but offer no in-between option like plantation shutters.
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Step Two: Choose Between Our Different Ranges
Once you have decided on your style preference, you can choose between our five different ranges: The Seattle, Boston, Portland, Phoenix and Vancouver. These vary in price, appearance and characteristics and we shall explain the benefits here.
Low Maintenance - The Seattle is a great choice for robust, easy to clean shutters offering good value for money. These shutters are made from engineered wood and are polymer coated, so they do not need repainting.
Best Value Wood Shutters - If you want great value wood shutters, The Boston is a superb option. These shutters are made from solid basswood which is a popular, hard wearing material suitable for plantation shutters and solid shutters.
Light weight and Eco-Friendly - The Phoenix is our most eco-friendly shutter because the timber grows to a full height in just eight years. These shutters come in a range of styles and are especially good for blocking out the light on glass ceilings because they are so light-weight.
Bespoke Designs - If you want a truly bespoke option, the Portland is a perfect for homes or business premises. It is hard wearing with an engineered centre to prevent any deviations in shape and we can also customise the thicknesses, rails and louvers.
Natural Appearance - For the crème de la crème in shutters, our Vancouver range comes out on top. This shutter range is made from Western Red Cedar and is ideal for barn or warehouse conversions because it has an oiled finish to bring out the natural beauty of the wood. This is the option to choose if you want natural solid wood shutters.
Step Three: Choose the Finish - Whether You Prefer Natural Wood Shutters, Painted Shutters or Stained Shutters
Once you have decided on your style and shutter type, the next step is to choose the colour or finish.
Each of our shutters are available in a range of colour options and the one you select really comes down to personal taste. However, our Phoenix and Vancouver ranges offer a much wider choice of finishes including many different paint options and wood effect stains.
We can also match Farrow and Ball paint colours extremely closely to tie in with your room's décor. Although we do not use the actual Farrow and Ball paint colours, we have specially developed paint lacquers where the colour matching is very close and these have additional protective properties that guard against fading.
Step Four: Do You Need Shaped Shutters?
Just as homes vary in size an appearance so do windows. Here at Bespoke Shutters we supply and make a range of shutters to suit almost any type of window and we also produce shutters to go above or on the side of a doorway.
We design and install shutters for all shapes of windows including arched, triangular, hexagonal, octagonal, circular, half round windows, eyebrow windows, quarter round windows and elongated half round windows.
Step Five: Have You Considered Motorised Shutters?
Motorised shutters gives you power at your finger tips! It means you do not have to move from your chair to open and close your shutters manually - instead you just operate them at the touch of a button.
This is safer for families with young children as it eliminates the use of a chord (on some manual shutters) and provides a solution for shutters in those hard-to-reach areas such as roof apexes or on the tops of staircases.
Why Choose The Bespoke Shutter Company for the Installation of Your Shutters?
- Our experience means we custom make shutters to fit your windows perfectly, whatever their size or shape.
- We offer a wide selection of products and we can also advise on the style, range, paint colours and finishes, on request, so you get the exactly the right product for your home.
- Whether you choose cedar, basswood, painted shutters or shutters made from engineered materials we only use the highest quality materials.
- All our shutters are fitted with meticulous attention to detail and are built to last so you will be delighted with the results.
- For additional peace of mind, all our shutter installations are guaranteed for three years, subject to certain terms and conditions.
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Thursday, February 16, 2012
Plantation Shutters & Solid Shutters - Beat the Cold This Winter!
Updating your property with interior window shutters such as plantation shutters or solid shutters is a great way to insulate your home during cold winter months. Plantation shutters and solid shutters are not only visually appealing but they also help your home retain heat which is vital when the temperature drops. This helps saves money on fuel bills in the long run and means your home is cosy and snug whatever the weather. Plantation Shutters - click here to view our plantation shutters range
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Plantation Shutters: What Are They and How Do They Work?
Plantation shutters are louvered panels which can be fixed either to the inside or outside of windows and doors. They originate from America in the period before the American Civil War and are popular in homes throughout the world.
Plantation shutters work in two ways. By moving the slats to a vertical ‘closed’ position it stops the heat escaping out through your window. They also guard against drafts by preventing the cold air filtering in from outside.
Keeping the cold out is one of the many reasons why people prefer shutters over blinds. They are also chosen for their striking looks and work well in contemporary style homes .
Styles of Plantation Shutters
Plantation shutters come in three different styles: café style, tier on tier and full length. Whichever type you choose really comes down to personal taste.
Café style plantation shutters originate from French cafés and were used to create a cosy and intimate dining experience, while still allowing natural light to filter into the room. They are popular in kitchens and living rooms in both homes and commercial premises and offer a stylish alternative to net curtains. Café style plantation shutters come in a range of finishes including painted and natural wood. In terms of winter warmth, these are less effective in insulating your home than other styles of plantation shutter as they only cover half of your window.
Tier on tier shutters are a versatile window covering that are made up of two separate shutter panels, one on top of the other. This means that one set of shutters can be closed independently of the other to allow a high degree of control over the amount of light and ventilation entering the room. For example, the bottom tier can be switched to the closed position to give maximum privacy, whilst still allowing light to enter via the open tier at the top. Or both can be closed or left open, whichever you prefer. During winter months you can adjust your tier on tier shutters, to give you maximum insulation and light during the day by closing the bottom tier. Then as it starts to get dark, close both tiers for full insulation throughout the evening and night.
As the name implies, full length shutters cover the full length of the window. They are popular for their elegance and simplicity and provide a good level of insulation and protection from drafts.
Another type of shutters are solid shutters and we shall look at their benefits and appearance below.
Solid Shutters: What Are They and How Do They Work?Solid shutters were very popular in Victorian Britain. They have a solid insert instead of louvers and when closed, offer a high degree of insulation, privacy and security. Also popular today, they are well suited to both period properties and modern style homes.
Like plantation shutters, solid shutters will help to insulate your home from the cold weather as they create a physical barrier which covers the window pane. This makes them several more times effective than blinds at preventing drafts and keeping the heat in.
But improving your home with solid shutters or plantation shutters is not just about keeping out the cold. There are many other benefits to shutters and we will explore some of these below.
Other Benefits to Installing Interior Window Shutters
Solid shutters and plantation shutters add value to your home as they are an attractive alternative to curtains and blinds. They also provide excellent privacy and security, which is crucial during the dark winter months.
As well as keeping the home warm in winter, they work too keep the home cool in the summer too. Shutters can be used to screen out bright sunlight, keeping your home interior cool on even the hottest of days.
Both plantation shutters and solid shutters are far easier to keep clean than curtains, as all you just need to do is give them a once over with a damp cloth. Painted shutters shouldn't need repainting for years and there are also options available that require no painting whatsoever.
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