Plantation Shutters: What They Are And What They Do

The decision to add shutters to a home can be both exciting and nerve-racking for homeowners. Exciting because there is new window decor coming into a home and nerve-racking because there are so many different styles to choose from and selecting one that's right for their home can be very arduous indeed. Fortunately for those homeowners who want a combination of both traditional interior design and effectiveness there exists plantation shutters. Plantation shutters provide all of the privacy, protection, convenience, and aesthetics that homeowners wanting new shutters could ask for. Moreover plantation shutters, especially modern ones, are extremely durable and easy to use.

While plantation shutters are certainly a great choice for homeowners concerned with both looks and efficiency, many homeowners don't actually know what a plantation shutter is. In most cases a homeowners mental picture of shutters is actually plantation shutters though they are unaware of that. Very simply plantation shutters are shutters whose makeup consists of multiple rows of wooden slats and a single vertical bar that runs down the center of the shutter. Plantation shutters are great insulators as well as providers of privacy. Homeowners will find that modern plantation shutters are available in a wide variety of construction materials as well as colors, styles, and designs.

Should a homeowner elect to have plantation shutters installed in their home they will quickly find that there are number of benefits that come along with them. Chief among these benefits are the design aspect of plantation shutters. In sharp contrast to shades and blinds plantation shutters can be constructed/painted so that they match perfectly with a homeowners existing decor. This saves homeowners the hassle of having to redecorate the rest of a room or purchase new furniture.

Secondly and as mentioned previously plantation shutters are great insulators. A large part of their popularity stems from the fact that they're very good at helping to regulate the internal climate of a home. In fact good plantation shutters can help homeowners reduce energy costs considerably by negating the need to run both air conditioning and heat more than they like to.

In addition to their ability to insulate a home and their fantastic design options, plantation shutters are also selected by homeowners because of their excellent ability to control light. With plantation shutters homeowners have the ability to allow as much or as little light into their home as they like. When completely shut plantation shutters can make the room extremely dark during even the brightest of days and when opened can illuminate a room completely. Those homeowners who want to create a moody atmosphere in a room or the whole of a home can slightly open their plantation shutters to achieve the desired effect.

Plantation shutters are beautiful, effective, and simple in concept. When it comes to installation however it behooves homeowners to seek out the assistance of a professional. Generally speaking homeowners will find that the very vendor who sold them shutters also offers installation services, sometimes at no additional charge. Getting measurements precise and installation completed properly is key to ensuring that a homeowner gets the most out of their new plantation shutters and that they last for years to come.

Raymonde Draperies specializes in San Diego shutters and San Diego window treatments.

Window Coverings Without The Hassle

Window coverings range from the very inexpensive to the very expensive and from the very complex to the very simple. With daily life so busy many homeowners often opt for simple window coverings when the need for them arises. Keep in mind however that just because window coverings may be simple that doesn't necessarily mean that they are of lesser quality or in any way unattractive.

Window blinds and shades are one of the most popular types of window coverings amongst homeowners who want something beautiful to cover their window but want very little hassle as well. Not only are blinds and shades easily opened and closed but generally speaking blinds and window shades require only a minimum amount of maintenance especially when compared to other types of window coverings.

If you're a homeowner who's looking for window blinds and window shades but doesn't want to sacrifice quality or beauty please be sure to contact us. We make available numerous different types of window blinds and window shades that will dazzle you.

Raymonde Draperies specializes in:

San Diego Blinds, San Diego Curtains, and San Diego Window Coverings

Working With Interior Designers

Not only does Raymonde Draperies work directly with homeowners but we also work directly with interior designers as well. While we certainly enjoy working closely with homeowners and helping them improve the look of their homes with our different types of window decor, working with professional interior designers is really special. This is because professional interior designers not only have an eye for window coverings that work well within a specific homes but for quality as well.

Interior designers looking for high-quality window decor and superior customer service look need no further than Raymonde Draperies. Working closely with us you will be able to give your clients the peace of mind they need in moving forward with new window coverings as well as your own. Our courteous and friendly staff is always available for contact and we work closely with interior designers to ensure both satisfaction and that all of their needs are met in a timely fashion.

Interior designers will find that we offer a number of different designers/suppliers. These are as follows:

• Hunter Douglas
• Robert Allen
• Kravet
• Kasmir Fabrics
• RM Coco
• Duralee
• ...And many more!

Professional interior designers can also rest easy knowing that we have our own on-site workroom. There are no surprises nor any subcontractors to deal with. Furthermore we are family owned and operated and have remained so since our inception over 20 years ago. Should you have any questions about any of our custom window coverings or about how we work with interior designers please for free to contact us any time.

Raymonde Draperies specializes in:

San Diego Window Blinds, San Diego Window Shades, and San Diego Interior Design