Many people who have blinds and curtains in their homes do so to block out excess sunlight from coming into the home. All this additional sunlight that is going into the home will warm the rooms of a house, similar to how a car can sit in a parking lot and be very warm from sun rays. When it comes to window shutters, Odessa residents need to be aware that another great reason why homeowners would benefit from having window shutters in their home is because they add privacy much better than traditional blinds and curtains, and this includes while they are open and allowed in sunlight.
The Function of Louvers
The reason why window shutters offer more privacy than traditional blinds and curtains that furnish windows is the louvers or slats that can be maneuvered into position. When it comes to window shutters, Odessa residents should know that the louvers are stacked horizontally rather than vertically, which always light into the home, but it would obstruct someone’s vision from seeing both inside and outside. On traditional blinds and curtains, you would have to have them opened up vertically a good amount to allow a significant amount of light into your home, but this also causes visibility from both sides.
Window Shutters Wrap Around Window Sills
Another great reason why people enjoy having window shutters in their home over traditional blinds and curtains in terms of privacy is because the shutters wrap around the window sill. This makes it possible that sunlight will not seep in through the sides of the window sill, but also it will help give people more privacy with their window shutters. Odessa residents probably know all too well that with traditional blinds, a person can see out the sides near the edges of the window sill without actually having the blinds open to allow in light or provide more visibility. This many not be an issue for all, but it may be something that a homeowner will want to consider.
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