When homeowners are interested in remodeling their home with plantation shutters, Ocoee residents are most likely going to be thinking of interior window shutters, even if they are referring to window shutters that appear on the outside of a home. This is because although window shutters on the interior or exterior of a home look identical, they often need to be treated in different ways. For example, it is not uncommon knowledge for people to know that exterior plantation shutters very rarely last as long as interior window shutters and for good reason. If someone is interested in window shutters for their home, they may be recommended to only consider interior window shutters.
Exterior Window Shutters are Exposed to Different Weather Conditions
One of the most apparent reasons why exterior window shutters do not last as long as interior window shutters that are made from the same style and material because they are exposed to harsh weather conditions. Like other pieces of furniture, when it comes to plantation shutters, Ocoee homeowners need to be aware of the fact that both moisture and temperature can drastically shorten the lifespan of shutters. It is much easier for a homeowner to regulate the temperature and weather inside a home than it is on the outside of the home.
Exterior Window Shutters are Rarely Cleaning Like Interior Ones
Another reason why interior plantation shutters are more likely to last longer than exterior ones is because a homeowner is more often going to incorporate them into their regular cleaning routine. When it comes to plantation shutters, Ocoee residents are more likely to dust or whip down their shutters because they are they’re and the dirt can be more easily noticed. Exterior shutters are often forgotten about unless someone is tasked with doing some sort of landscaping or outdoor cleaning, which is more likely to be something that is done every couple of months as opposed to every couple of weeks like interior shutters.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Shutter Professionals*
