When homeowners are interested in looking for plantation shutters, Celebration residents might be most interested in characteristics like what material the shutters will be made out of, and how big the louvers will be. These are the most apparent details that homeowners will be looking at when using their window shutters in their home, but there are also minor details that can be taken into consideration and customized, For example, it is not uncommon that a homeowner would be worried about the hinges that come with their plantation shutters, but this is something that can be changed to fit the needs of the homeowner.
Different Styles of Shutter Hinges
When someone thinks of any type of hinge, they are most commonly going to think about metal hinges because they are more durable and can last much longer than other material options. IN terms of plantation shutters, Celebration residents should know that these are going to be hinges that are made from stainless steel, but this is not the only option homeowners can choose from. Another popular metal option would be to have hinges that are made from brass, and these look great on darker colored plantation shutters and ones made out of hardwood. Another hinge option is to have them made from the same polyurethane material, most commonly in white.
What are Hidden Hinges for Window Shutters?
Many people do not care that their shutters in their home have obvious hinges or hinges that do not match the look or material of their plantation shutters. Celebration residents might not know that there is an option on some window shutters to have hidden hinges. These types of hinges operate from the inside of the shutter frame, and it cannot be seen by an individual unless the shutters are fully open and someone is actively looking for them. Hidden shutter hinges are no different from regular hinges with the exception that they are not located in plain sight.
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