The Difference Between Interior and Exterior Shutters: Guide for Fort Lauderdale Homeowners
Exterior and interior shutters are completely different products, and if you’re flying blind, you might spend a lot of time or money shopping around for something that isn’t what you need. So let’s break it down.
Exterior Shutters
First off, we have to be clear that Sunburst Shutters Fort Lauderdale doesn’t build or deal in exterior home shutters. Instead, our specialty is in stylish interior shutters for Fort Lauderdale homes.
Outdoor shutters tend to do one of two things: they’re either purely for decoration as an accent to your windows, or they’re industrial strength “hurricane shutters,” built to protect your windows from heavy damage during harsh storms.
Decorative exterior shutters typically look good on very particular styles of homes, such as more rustic homes as well as Mediterranean houses. Hurricane shutters are fairly uncommon barring a few areas of the U.S., and most hurricane shutters don’t even resemble what you envision when you think of shutters, but rather look like large steel sheets.
As for those exterior shutters that do open and close on your window, there usually isn’t much functionality to them. They aren’t able to make a seal to block heat and their louvers (if they have them) usually can’t be adjusted. Despite all that, exterior shutters can serve to give a splash of color that looks fantastic on your home.
Consider Exterior Shutters If:
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You want to guard your windows from severe storm damage.
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You want to add a some flair to your house’s exterior.
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You have enough space around your windows to put in outdoor shutters.
Interior Shutters
Interior shutters are our specialty, and they’re the optimum window treatment in combining style and practicality. Installed directly in or on top of your window jamb, interior shutters blend into your home’s furnishings from the minute they’re installed. And unlike outdoor shutters, interior shutters are able to fit on any window, no matter the space limitations.
The style that classic interior shutters give your home is unequaled, and they’re incredibly multifaceted. Indoor shutters can beautifully accent any style of home; from historic Cape Cod homes to ultra-modern condos, and have an array of colors, textures, and frame options to suit your personal style.
Think about interior shutters if:
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You want better control over lighting, indoor temperature, and energy-efficiency.
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You need a flexible, long-lasting window treatment.
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You want to add style to your home, and match your existing interior trim.
