Ideas to put interior shutters on these 4 windows?
I would love double hung plantation shutters on all 4 windows. This will be a DIY project.
I see issues of course with opening some windows and thus covering other ones, What would be the best strategy for getting double hung shutters in here. Plantation shutters or otherwise.
I have my heart set on double hung even though I know it is not ideal. I'd just like to get the best result. i.e. maybe you can only have 2 windows really open at once... that's fine... but what would be some good ideas for getting double hung shutters on all these windows?
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6 years agoI guess I'm in the minority here. I live in NE Ohio and grew up in So. Cal and we had plantation shutters and I always loved them and still do. Here, where I live they are just coming around to this look. I have them in my master bath where there are two large windows and I have 4" slat cafe shutters so the light comes in nicely from above and gives privacy as well then more light (which is not necessary) when the slats are open. You might consider cafe 3.5" or so if you love the look and it provides the privacy you desire.
Above you could put a relaxed roman mounted above the wood which would be non functional if you feel it's too empty and depending on what your decor is.
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6 years agoI would have professionally installed Hunter Douglas Shutters. The Palm Beach Polysatin line is gorgeous and cost effective especially if you are going white. I agree with previous comments if this is the front of the house for curb appeal all your front windows should have shutters. One thing to keep in mind is that it is a misconception that your shutters should be opened. They are designed to move the louvres for better air flow but not really designed to stand open.
If you have room consider a 3 1/2" or 4 1/2" vane for better light and view through. I would not recommend the double hung it would be too busy. Just consider a centre split bar with a split tilt as we did for a client in the first picture below (4 1/2" Louvres). Or only do shutters on the lower half for privacy as in the kitchen photo below. Good Luck.
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