Upgrading the windows of a home to shutter blinds is quickly becoming one of the most commonly requested home improvement projects. For those homeowners who have already upgraded their windows with new shutter blinds, New Tampa residents should know that most of these individuals could never go back to traditional blinds again after trying shutter blinds. Each type of window furnishing does the same job of creating privacy and keeping out excess sunlight, but they are not the same. Here is a quick comparison of shutter blinds and their traditional counterparts, and which one might be better for homeowners.
How They Sit on the Window
Traditional blinds do not rest on the window or the window sill itself. There is usually a bar or section at the top of the window in which the traditional blinds are hung. When it comes to shutter blinds, New Tampa residents should know that there is no bar in which these shutters are hung from, but they are fixed around the window sill itself. The Shutters themselves are able to open and close by the use of sturdy hinges, while traditional blinds and curtains tend to use a plastic rod that can rotate the bar or section in which the blinds are attached to.
The Longevity of Shutter Blinds
Shutter blinds are going to last longer in normal circumstances when compared to traditional blinds and curtains. When talking about the quality of shutter blinds, New Tampa residents should be made aware that these are made from high quality materials, whereas traditional blinds and curtains tend to use materials of lesser quality in order to save as much money as possible. Although traditional blinds are not going to cost as much as shutter blinds, they don’t tend to last as long either. In good conditions, it is not uncommon for homeowners to get fifteen or twenty years out of their shutter blinds before they start having to deal with problems.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Shutter Professionals*
