Jumat, 12 Agustus 2011

Consumer Advice When Purchasing Composite Shutters

More homes are starting to introduce composite shutters as part of their home window treatments. Composite shutters are characterized by large, movable louvers that are not just fashionable, but also functional. It creates a comfortable and traditional feel in any home that is easy to clean, are weather resistant, and add more value to your home than any other window covering. Quality shutters are typically crafted from a combination of plastic and wood fibers that are treated with zinc borate and phenolic resins. They are customizable to be painted any color to meet the specifications of the homeowner.
There are a number of reputable window fashion companies that specialize in window treatments that can help make the decision and installation process easy and painless. The first step is to identify what windows or rooms you wish you have new shutters in your home. Whether for your den, family room, kitchen, or bedroom, a design consultant would be also able to help with interior design ideas.
The next step is to speak with a few companies and consultants to get material and installation ideas, timeframes and to compare costs. There are shutters that come in a variety of louver widths to make sure you see all the options available for your composite shutters.
Composite shutters also have specific benefits over wood shutters in that the phenolic resins help to improve resistance to moisture while the zinc borate increases resistance to rotting and also to termites. The plastic and wood mixture results in a longer lifespan. Look for companies that offer lifetime warranties on their products to ensure the best value in your investment. Composite shutters also offer the strength of wood shutters and can be milled to have the grain appearance of wood. Quality composite shutters will not crack, peel, rot, warp, break, bend or fade.
This type of shutter is also energy efficient, allowing shade as a cooling mechanism to the home. Crafted with conservation in mind, well-made and quality shutters can be up to 1600% more energy efficient when compared to aluminum blinds and can provide UV protection for your home.
Don't be afraid to have shutters installed in unique shaped windows or for French doors where there are handle cutouts. A reputable and experienced company will be able to accommodate any curves, arcs, or door cutouts. Take the time to research window fashion companies in your area to make the best overall decision at the best price and enjoy your newly transformed home.

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