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Pros & Cons of Plantation Shutters

When choosing window treatments, no two homes are the same. What may work for one home or family may not work so great in another. So with all of the options to choose from, how do you know what’s best for you? Plantation shutters are perhaps one of the most popular options to choose from, but they’re not always the right choice for everybody.

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Woven Wood Shades: Are They Right For Me?

The time has come to redecorate. Out with the old, dingy curtains and in with the new, contemporary look. With all of the options out there to choose from, how do you know which product will best suit your home? One of the most popular upgrades to a home is window treatments, and we’re here to talk about a look that’s unique, fun, and just plain nice to look at: woven wood shades.

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Top 5 Hurricanes of Southwest Florida

May 1st is the official start of hurricane season, and Southwest Florida is no stranger to these intense, destructive and ruthless storms. Countless homes ravaged, lives lost and economic downfalls are all attributed to these catastrophic storms. Let’s take a look at the top 5 hurricanes in Southwest Florida history.

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Say What?! Common Plantation Shutter Lingo

So you’ve chosen the hidden tilt premium wood plantation shutter with the option for a midrail, painted in SW 7006. The installer will have to final measure and pre-miter the frames before he comes out to your house, where he will teach you about louver tension, and….

Wait, what?

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What To Expect During Your Plantation Shutter Installation

Deciding to upgrade your current window treatments to custom plantation shutters is an exciting process. After you find the look that you want and take a tour of the facility that’s going to be manufacturing these new additions, the anticipation awaits.

So while you’re waiting for these beautiful, custom-made shutters to arrive to your home, what can you do to prepare for the installation? Here are a few tips from the experts.

Day Prior To Installation

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Are Outdoor Screen Shades Right For Me?

 

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Do Window Treatments Increase the Resale Value of Your Home?

 

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Help! My Plantation Shutters are Broken! Can they be Fixed?

Plantation shutters are an investment.  As the apex predator of window treatments, shutters add incredible value to your home and usually stick around for decades.  So, when a plantation shutter gets broken or damaged (don’t panic, it happens), what do you do?  Ignore it?  No.  Throw it out?  Of course not.  Duct tape?  Please, no, we are begging you. 

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Top 10 Questions to Ask Before You Buy Plantation Shutters

After manufacturing and selling plantation shutters for over 30 years, we here at Naples Shutter have learned a thing or two.  We’ve seen it all, done it all, and helped thousands of people just like you decide on the perfect plantation shutters for their home.  But, since this may be your first time considering these timeless window treatments, we’ve compiled a list of the most common questions people ask.  Read these popular questions and get a jump start on your quest for plantation shutters.

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The Ultimate Guide to Bahama Shutters

Drive around any neighborhood in Southwest Florida and you will notice that Bahama Shutters are surging in popularity.  These clever beauties have become popular not only because of their style, but also because of their sturdiness in areas with a high risk for strong winds or hurricane weather. Southwest Florida has seen an uprise in homeowners who opt for Bahama Shutters on some or all of their home's exterior windows.  Here's a helpful guide to better understand them.

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