The only regret I had when the plantation shutters were installed in my home was that I didn't have them on all windows. They are great for all the reasons given here. They look great as standalone window treatment. They are really furniture...I hated leaving them behind after 14 years....easy to clean.
@@macysondheim so we have to eliminate the word “plantation” from the English language because they were used on some plantation houses? You sound ridiculous.
Your review not only sold me on plantation shutters, but also on Sunburst Shutters! Just placed my order for two of my houses. It was pricey for sure, but can’t wait for the installation!
Just bought a home with these and we are actually removing them. In our north facing bedrooms they block way too much light, even when the blinds are open. Ours are also dark brown though, so not sure if it would make a major difference or not with white. But with these shutters on our north facing bedrooms, there's almost no natural like and it feels cave-like
I discovered the same after installing even though I like the look. The extensive panelling is what blocks the light. What are you getting in their place?
The only place I'd put these is on windows facing the road to stop people looking in. Otherwise I want my windows to be windows, something I can get a clear view of the outside with.
@@gamerwhiz6847 We went with some roller shades from the shade store and they are perfect. They're almost always open and don't block the view at all. Easy to roll down for full privacy whenever
I just ordered plantation shutters yesterday. Can't wait to have them installed! 4 double windows and 1 single was just under 5,000. They are 3.5 inch with hidden tilt and a half split. Norman company. So happy to watch this video! Helped me know I really did make a good decision!
Be sure to tell your builder that you are installing plantation shutters on all windows. My builder did not know and he made the depth so shallow between some windows and the inside frame that they could not be accommodated. Enjoy them when you get them.
I am curious about the soundproofing quality of the shutters. Is there a specific type of shutter I should be looking for when it comes to soundproofing? The house is close to a road. Thanks
Great presentation. Clear and to the point. I'm sold. Never heard of Sunburst Shutters and clearly because they aren't located in Central Coast California. Cheers to you both
I've seen these in some colonial places and they looked beautiful. But then I rented a holiday home with one and I felt claustrophobic like I wanted to get out and even with them open it felt like in a well. Cos of how heavy the shutters felt next to the windows. I don't think they are good for all for sure. But then I think that would put ppl off as wellbeing the house. I know if I was looking I would. Think I would need to pay someone to take them down and take them away. So I wouldn't see it as added value to the house. That said if u lived closed to a main road, it definitely helps with privacy but then I don't feel u would want to live there long and want to move to the country much fast cos u felt jailed in your house. For townhouses though I think it would work if u needed the sound proofing and cinema dark.
That means your house was most likely a plantation before you bought it. Not something to be proud of…. Slaves on plantations were treated horribly & given practically no rights, zero freedoms
For my historic house, I went with Shuttercraft - woman-owned since 1980. My shutters are solid wood and are color matched to my trim paint. All other companies will sell you bulky frames with the shutters, which are not suitable for historic windows.
This is my field! Looks good. I do have a couple questions tho. In the room with the single panel, four panel, single panel set up. Why did you end up going with a four panel instead of a double? Also what type of material did you end up going with, and why did you pick that material? Also did you measure and order yourself, or do the in home consultation? Love the channel! Tyia
The person from the company will measure your windows and will ask what do you like with different optons to choose from- wood is a little expensive than the synthetic one! They will compute the amount you will pay depending on window sizes of course. Choose a white shade and it will make your house so bright & beautiful!
This is a very good question. I’m having 10 shutters next week and there’s very little information on the number of shutters to install on a 1800mm wide window. I understand the number can affect each window pane and the direction they open. That’s common sense. My biggest dilemma was 2 panels or 4 on an 1800mm wide window. Every quote I received recommended 2. My neighbour has 2 along with various other sizes. My deciding factor was 2 panels start to look like standard Venetians from the outside. I believe the new “modern” look of shutters these days will be as wide as possible. Whilst I’m going for a minimal aesthetic, I want shutters to look like shutters. Also, my larger window will have 4 panes so stuck with 4 all over. The price in Sydney was exactly the same for 4 panels as for 2, they are charging by the square meter?? I just wish there was more information on the net. The Provider just stated , “it’s personal choice”. I suppose it is.
Now if I could just figure out how to open the windows when there is heavy furniture in the way. I am open to any ideas anyone may have! The shutters are In the master bedroom with heavy end-tables that sit in front and above the shutters... Otherwise, they work great for any bedroom!
I kept all of the invoices for my windows. Like I said at the start of the video - they're not cheap. I paid anywhere from $390 per window for the ones shown at 1:08 to as much as $650 for the very large window (almost 5' x 5') shown at 1:33. Keep in mind, you can buy Polywood (the nicest and therefore most expensive), faux wood, wood or other composite materials so prices will certainly vary based on that. We also got full Craftsman casing around all windows. Like I said - not cheap, but we're glad we decided to get them.
I believe these ones are made of a polycarbonate material but they can be made from solid wood, plastics or PVC as well. Different materials have different pros and cons as well as different prices.
If you live in the north DO NOT GET THESE. It just doesn’t make sense. I just bought a house in Michigan that has these shutters and they are really annoying. They get in the way of furniture and some you can’t open the window the whole way to take advantage of as much light as possible. The previous owner was from Louisiana and I don’t think she quite understood how winters in Michigan work lol.
I live in Mi., and have them in 4 windows. Absolutely love them.They look neat, and are super easy to keep clean. Just a damp cloth. Nice, simple window treatments that never go out of style.
I'm in Northeastern Vermont and I love mine. My house faces west and the light blocking is fantastic. Also, you probably can't open your windows all the way because you bought the shutters with the frames that most companies are selling because it's easier on them. If you want to open your windows, you need the frameless ones that screw right into the casings like most historic homes have.
Very true. Warranties aren't much use if the company goes under. That's one of the reasons we looked at how well established each company was because I've been burned on that before.
Calling them plantation shutters is insensitive & disrespectful to all the slaves who suffered on plantations, which is what these shutters were named after.
The word plantation isn’t exclusive to the plantations that some slaves used to work on. Learn the dictionary Macy and stop with this racist mindset whereby you turned something innocent into something divisive and perverse.
Read history and stop making everything racist Windows Never Used to Have Glass Originating back in ancient Greece, plantation shutters were used to cover windows and keep out the elements. Glass was a very expensive and hard to come by material so was very rarely used until more modern times. Shutters were made from marble as wood shutters had not been invented yet. Marble shutters were solid and non-moving. Living in a Mediterranean climate meant that this style shutter worked really well to let in light and air while keeping out occasional rain.
Windows Never Used to Have Glass Originating back in ancient Greece, plantation shutters were used to cover windows and keep out the elements. Glass was a very expensive and hard to come by material so was very rarely used until more modern times. Shutters were made from marble as wood shutters had not been invented yet. Marble shutters were solid and non-moving. Living in a Mediterranean climate meant that this style shutter worked really well to let in light and air while keeping out occasional rain.
