When people begin shopping for new shutters they are often surprised when they learn that custom-made modern shutters are available in nearly an unlimited number of colors and/or stains. While it's common knowledge among most individuals that new shutters are available in white, black, and a natural wood color, many are pleasantly surprised when they are told that they can have their new shutters can come in the color of their choice.
Even those homeowners who aren't too keen on standout colors for the new shutters will still have a myriad of different options available when it comes to stain finishes. With everything from dark stain to light stain in every shade in between available, even the most fastidious of homeowners will have no problem finding a stain that suits them and their home.
What homeowners must keep in mind however is that while shutters are available in a wide variety of different colors and stains, not all styles of shutters are and those that are maybe a bit more expensive than those that are not. Of course anyone interested differently colored or stained shutters should first contact us in order to find out what colors are available for which styles and how those colors and styles factor into their budget.
Golden West Shutters Specializes in Orange County shutters, Los Angeles window treatments, and shutters in San Diego.
Friday, October 19, 2012
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Custom Window Shutters
Customized window shutters have changed as much as our country has changed throughout the years. Originally they installed the plantation shutters over open windows (without glass) and they opened completely or closed completely as well. They provided security and privacy, but afforded a way for the inhabitants of the home to control the weather.
They installed the original shutters on the outside of their homes. You can still do that of course, but many custom window shutters have made their way into the interior of the home. You’ll see those custom shutters throughout the home and sometimes they even close off one room from another by installing shutters across the doorways.
The shutters are that strong, or rather they should be. When you decide on 100% real wood custom window shutters, you’ll be amazed at their strength. When the company you choose to construct and install the custom shutters, they will tell you what works best in your home.
Without doubt, custom window shutters are way beyond simplicity. They have a beauty all their own and can be installed with other window treatments and still have the uniqueness that only they can give. From heavy draperies to sheer curtains your rooms will emerge from their drab existence to an elegant setting where your pride will shine through. Even when you let them stand alone, they bring the final touches to your room and are very pleasing to any observer.
The custom shutters still provide security and privacy and even if you live where four seasons don’t exist, they control the heat escaping or entering your residence or work place. They mount those wide louvers into a solid wooden frame, and the louvers on the shutters are between two and three inches wide. There is hardly any resemblance to those old-fashioned venetian blinds.
The air can flow freely with the shutters open wide, or when you place the louvers in the open position. They open in any position between open and close and can provide that privacy simply by making adjustments in the louvers.
The variety of styles and window treatment will astonish you. No matter the size or function of your windows, the custom window shutters will fill that window entirely. The strength, beauty and amount of options will convince you that you have made the right decision.
Whether you want one window, a room full or your entire home covered with quality customized window shutters, their superiority over the competitors will ease your mind and you’ll realize that you made the correct decision.
Golden West Shutters Specializes in San Diego plantation shutters, Orange County Faux Shutters, and Los Angeles Shutters.
They installed the original shutters on the outside of their homes. You can still do that of course, but many custom window shutters have made their way into the interior of the home. You’ll see those custom shutters throughout the home and sometimes they even close off one room from another by installing shutters across the doorways.
The shutters are that strong, or rather they should be. When you decide on 100% real wood custom window shutters, you’ll be amazed at their strength. When the company you choose to construct and install the custom shutters, they will tell you what works best in your home.
Without doubt, custom window shutters are way beyond simplicity. They have a beauty all their own and can be installed with other window treatments and still have the uniqueness that only they can give. From heavy draperies to sheer curtains your rooms will emerge from their drab existence to an elegant setting where your pride will shine through. Even when you let them stand alone, they bring the final touches to your room and are very pleasing to any observer.
The custom shutters still provide security and privacy and even if you live where four seasons don’t exist, they control the heat escaping or entering your residence or work place. They mount those wide louvers into a solid wooden frame, and the louvers on the shutters are between two and three inches wide. There is hardly any resemblance to those old-fashioned venetian blinds.
The air can flow freely with the shutters open wide, or when you place the louvers in the open position. They open in any position between open and close and can provide that privacy simply by making adjustments in the louvers.
The variety of styles and window treatment will astonish you. No matter the size or function of your windows, the custom window shutters will fill that window entirely. The strength, beauty and amount of options will convince you that you have made the right decision.
Whether you want one window, a room full or your entire home covered with quality customized window shutters, their superiority over the competitors will ease your mind and you’ll realize that you made the correct decision.
Golden West Shutters Specializes in San Diego plantation shutters, Orange County Faux Shutters, and Los Angeles Shutters.
Monday, October 8, 2012
Quality Custom Shutters
If you’re considering purchasing shutters for your windows, you might consider investing your time and energy to find out the difference between 100% solid wood shutters compared to poly or vinyl. Many simply call the vinyl plastic, and that in itself turns many people away.
One hundred percent wood doesn’t always mean the same thing either. Solid wood does not include particleboard that consists of composites that are manufactured from wood shavings and then pressed together. If that doesn’t bother you, look up the process online.
Quality custom shutters, made from solid 100% wood, are not manufactured, and not glued together to create the look of 100% wood. However they will not stand up to the scrutiny of customers who demand high quality 100% wood.
Now that you know the wood to look for, check out the paint on the shutters. The top quality shutter will have 3 coats of base coat and 2 coats of topcoat. Many companies paint their shutters with the louvers closed together. When that happens, the paint is not even and moisture can penetrate the shutters. The correct way to paint the louvers is to paint them before they assemble them. Otherwise the paint does not seal totally so check the edges of the louvers. Staining should be done in similar ways.
The length of the staples used in construction should be 5/8” to 3/4” and when a company cuts corners on the staples, you end up with a product that will not last. Another way to cut corners is by using dowels instead of cutting a solid piece of wood and fit it together like a puzzle. The dowels are easier and faster to install, but will not stand up to the test of time.
Using catches is cheaper than using magnets that are normally recessed into the wood and placed on the backside of the shutter. You should check out the hinge. A quality hinge will not be a butterfly hinge that is cheaper and easier to install. Full panel hinges will be stronger and hold up much longer.
We could go into the making of the vinyl, or plastic shutters, but because of space, we’ll just mention the things that the salespeople claim make them better than wood. They say price is the biggest concern, and many would agree that their customers don’t demand quality, but are interested only in the price factor.
They also claim that the vinyl will not yellow, crack, and never need painting. Some of that may be true, but certainly not all. Some of the vinyl shutters are reinforced with aluminum, and that would make them stronger, but not all manufacturers use it.
So your best bet is to learn the facts before you decide. Check out the materials on both the 100% wood (not composites), and the vinyl. Another great modifier is to find out how long the company has been in business. You certainly don’t want a fly by night operator, but you do need to do your own homework.
Golden West Shutters Specializes in Lake Forest Shutters, Orange County Shutters, and Plantation Shutters Los Angeles.
One hundred percent wood doesn’t always mean the same thing either. Solid wood does not include particleboard that consists of composites that are manufactured from wood shavings and then pressed together. If that doesn’t bother you, look up the process online.
Quality custom shutters, made from solid 100% wood, are not manufactured, and not glued together to create the look of 100% wood. However they will not stand up to the scrutiny of customers who demand high quality 100% wood.
Now that you know the wood to look for, check out the paint on the shutters. The top quality shutter will have 3 coats of base coat and 2 coats of topcoat. Many companies paint their shutters with the louvers closed together. When that happens, the paint is not even and moisture can penetrate the shutters. The correct way to paint the louvers is to paint them before they assemble them. Otherwise the paint does not seal totally so check the edges of the louvers. Staining should be done in similar ways.
The length of the staples used in construction should be 5/8” to 3/4” and when a company cuts corners on the staples, you end up with a product that will not last. Another way to cut corners is by using dowels instead of cutting a solid piece of wood and fit it together like a puzzle. The dowels are easier and faster to install, but will not stand up to the test of time.
Using catches is cheaper than using magnets that are normally recessed into the wood and placed on the backside of the shutter. You should check out the hinge. A quality hinge will not be a butterfly hinge that is cheaper and easier to install. Full panel hinges will be stronger and hold up much longer.
We could go into the making of the vinyl, or plastic shutters, but because of space, we’ll just mention the things that the salespeople claim make them better than wood. They say price is the biggest concern, and many would agree that their customers don’t demand quality, but are interested only in the price factor.
They also claim that the vinyl will not yellow, crack, and never need painting. Some of that may be true, but certainly not all. Some of the vinyl shutters are reinforced with aluminum, and that would make them stronger, but not all manufacturers use it.
So your best bet is to learn the facts before you decide. Check out the materials on both the 100% wood (not composites), and the vinyl. Another great modifier is to find out how long the company has been in business. You certainly don’t want a fly by night operator, but you do need to do your own homework.
Golden West Shutters Specializes in Lake Forest Shutters, Orange County Shutters, and Plantation Shutters Los Angeles.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Shutters And UV Protection
Due to their cost many homeowners often remain apprehensive about purchasing new shutters for their home only because they worry that they won't last. This is especially true of homeowners who live in climates that receive harsh sunlight and are extremely hot in the spring and summer.
While this is certainly a legitimate concern for homeowners, what many are surprised to learn is that the vast majority of modern shutters are protected by a special UV coating that's placed over and/or under the finish of shutters. This UV coating prevents the light we don't see coming from the sun from destroying the beautiful finish and/or paint on shutters. It also protects the material that shutters are made from as well which should give homeowners peace of mind enough to follow through with a purchase.
Of course homeowners should be cautious when shopping for new shutters because as mentioned previously not all shutters are coated with some sort of UV protection. Those that are not will quickly fall prey to the suns ultraviolet rays and will begin to lose their color and may even begin to crack, rot, and peel.
Should you have any questions about UV coating for your new shutters please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance!
Golden West Shutters Specializes in Orange County shutters, Los Angeles window treatments, and shutters in San Diego.
While this is certainly a legitimate concern for homeowners, what many are surprised to learn is that the vast majority of modern shutters are protected by a special UV coating that's placed over and/or under the finish of shutters. This UV coating prevents the light we don't see coming from the sun from destroying the beautiful finish and/or paint on shutters. It also protects the material that shutters are made from as well which should give homeowners peace of mind enough to follow through with a purchase.
Of course homeowners should be cautious when shopping for new shutters because as mentioned previously not all shutters are coated with some sort of UV protection. Those that are not will quickly fall prey to the suns ultraviolet rays and will begin to lose their color and may even begin to crack, rot, and peel.
Should you have any questions about UV coating for your new shutters please be sure to contact us so that we may be of assistance!
Golden West Shutters Specializes in Orange County shutters, Los Angeles window treatments, and shutters in San Diego.
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