Naples Shutter Blog

For the discerning homeowner in Southwest Florida, whether a year-round resident or enjoying the seasonal splendor, the home office or study is more than just a room – it’s a command center. A space where pivotal decisions are made, crucial calls are taken, and focused work takes place. As remote work evolves and semi-retirement blends with ongoing professional engagements, this space demands an environment that fosters productivity, professionalism, and comfort. Several essential components of a great home office include:

We love our pets, but let's face it: they can be a bit…destructive, especially when it comes to damaging our homes. Finding the perfect balance between stylish, high-end window treatments and the realities of pet ownership can feel like a constant battle. In Southwest Florida, where we value both aesthetics and durability, this challenge is even more pronounced. But fear not, pet parents! Naples Shutter has you covered with a range of window treatments designed to withstand the playful antics of your furry companions.

At Naples Shutter, we understand that homeowners are constantly seeking ways to enhance their property value. While renovations like kitchen and bathroom upgrades often top the list, a surprising factor can significantly impact your return on investment: high-quality window treatments.

Living in paradise, whether year-round or seasonally, means embracing the coastal lifestyle. Did you know that 87% of homeowners in Southwest Florida report that a strong connection to nature is important to them? [Source: [National Association of Home Builders]) One way to achieve this connection is by incorporating coastal elements into your home's décor. Here at Naples Shutter, we offer a variety of window treatments that will not only enhance the beauty of your home but will also function perfectly in the unique coastal environment.

When Naples Shutter, Inc first opened its doors 41 years ago, plantation shutters were our most sought-after product. At the time, and for the first 30 years in business, shutters with a 3.5” louver were the most requested style. A louver is the angled slat attached to the vertical stiles that frame the shutter panels. As trends began changing, the larger, 4.5” louver started being requested more often and today approximately 75% of our orders being fulfilled go with the larger louver option for their plantation shutters.

The views that they showcase are phenomenal, allowing the space to be bathed with light, creating an open, airy feeling in your home. Yes, large windows do something for the home that makes it infinitely more enjoyable, no matter what the weather may be outside. Here in Southwest Florida, we’re lucky to take advantage of sun-filled days more often than not, which makes large windows very popular in our homes. From reveling in the iridescent glow of our nightly sunsets to letting the sunshine penetrate through the home from multiple angles, more homeowners are choosing to incorporate large openings in many rooms of the home. Although these openings offer their fair share of perks, one thing is certain…they will eventually need to be covered. Whether it’s privacy you’re searching for or protection of your furniture and valuables from fading in the sun, you’ll want to outfit your large windows with the proper window coverings. That’s why we’ve come up with a list of the top window treatments for large windows.

We live in a time where modern minimalism is taking over in our homes and beyond. Clean, crisp features with sparse details sprinkled throughout create a look that’s not only calming, but functional as well. Clean lines and less clutter make a home easy to look at, not to mention a breeze to clean, and your window treatments can play a big role in achieving this in your home. Window treatments take up a larger area than you may realize in each room, so being able to accent the space and really make it your own is possible with the right product on your windows. If you’re looking to create a modern look in your home, you’ll want to take some tips from the design pros first, so that you’re pleased with the end result.

Whether you’re getting ready to host the grandkids while they’re in town or you’re attempting to revamp your child’s bedroom, window treatments play a big role in the overall look and feel of this space. Children’s rooms are colorful and full of light, and you want to maintain that bright and airy feeling by choosing the right window treatments for the space, but you also want them to be durable and above all else, safe. From shutters to shades and everything in between, there’s an option available that will add character to your child’s room, along with privacy and security. Here are the best window treatments for children’s bedrooms.

When you want to add the wow factor to your home, nothing does it better than the right window treatments. And although you want to strive for a look of continuity throughout, certain window treatments just work better in certain spaces. Designing your home means finding styles that work with each room, as well as those that work well with each other, which is why we've compiled a list of our favorite window treatments for each space in your home. After all, you want your home to flow seamlessly, and carefully selected window treatments will make a world of difference. So, let's talk about the perfect window treatments for every room in your home.

As you continue to strive to make your home more comfortable and functional, increasing its resale value is always on your mind. What projects can you complete to add value to your home? Where do you start? And do some projects take precedence? Here in Southwest Florida, there are projects, specific to our area, that help increase home resale values, and when it comes to maximizing your space, while adding in functional aspects, some projects do take priority over others. Whether you're looking to sell, refinance or you just want to make your home the best it can be, here are some of the best home improvement projects to add value to your Southwest Florida home.