One of the most overlooked issues that people have to keep in mind when they are trying to take care of their window shutter or plantation shutters is moisture. There are not too many materials that can be exposed to water or other forms of moisture and not have them get ruined in some capacity. When too much moisture effects plantation shutters, Lady Lake residents may start to notice that the color or paint is starting to wear down and fade. Another common issue is that moisture can get inside the plantation shutters and cause them to warp.
Where Does Excess Moisture Come From?
Most people do not know where excess moisture comes from considering they are dealing with interior plantation shutters. Lady lake residents should be made aware that there is always moisture present in a home even if it is not raining, but this is not the excess moisture that ruins pieces of furniture. Depending on the type of material that is being used for the window shutters of a home, many cleaning products can also cause moisture issues. Some people only clean with water, which is a bad idea for most materials that are used to make plantation shutters out of.
Over Drying is Also bad for Plantation Shutters
While moisture is one of the main reasons why plantation shutters start to break down over the years, it is also important for homeowners to know that materials can also degrade from being too dry. When it comes to plantation shutters, Lady Lake residents should be most worried about natural fibers and materials such as various types of wood. This is something that is usually more prevalent in the winter months of Florida, as that tends to be the dry season for the State. Many composite or polyurethane materials are often the best material choice for people who are worried about ruining their shutters by not having them at the right temperature or not having them exposed to enough moisture in the air.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Shutter Professionals*
