Faux Wood Shutters for the Interior of Your Home

Are you looking for a way to spruce up the interior of your home and are trying to decide on a what type of window treatment to use? Are you tired of curtains or shades? The latest trend in interior design is to install plantation shutters to keep the sun from shining through into your home. Plantation shutters are made of vinyl or composite wood (faux wood), blend well with either traditional or contemporary decor, and add long-term value to your home. Get ideas for your home in this Blinds.com video:

Faux wood shutters are nearly indistinguishable from, and can be as much as 40% less expensive than, real wood shutters. They are made from hardwood and man-made materials, are moisture resistant and are more durable (i.e. kid-proof) than wood shutters, allowing them to be placed in high traffic areas or children’s bedrooms. A fabric valance is rarely needed to dress them up.

The highly rated Hunter Douglas line of faux wood shutters, Satinwood Plantation Shutters, are made of specially formulated UV resistant poly-satin compounds, making them resistant to warping, peeling, fading or chipping. Features include oval-shaped louvers, aluminum frame reinforcement, and a No-Magnet Lock System. They are available in inside or outside mount, 2-3/8 inch, 3-3/8 inch or 4-1/2 inch louvers. They come in white, ivory or silk white, are easy to clean and never require painting. The 60 inch x 30 inch size costs $364.

Other options are available if you are on a more limited budget. Blindsgalore offers 60 inch x 30 inch size wood composites in 2-1/2 or 3-1/2 inch louvers at $314 for stained shutters and $275 for painted shutters. JustBlinds sells 60 inch x 30 inch size shutters made of durable PVC in 2-1/2 or 3-1/2 inch louvers at around $300; options include colored hinges, a hidden rear tilt bar, and a choice of Outside Mount, Inside-Direct Mount, Inside-Trim Mount, or Inside-Recessed L Mount. No matter which brand you choose, you cannot go wrong with faux wood shutters.