When it comes to home upgrades, few match the impact and value provided by upgrading your home’s windows. While installing new windows is always an option, it’s not the only thing you can do to improve your home’s comfort and efficiency. In fact, installing shutters can dramatically change the way your home looks and feels. If you’ve been looking for a new window treatment, it’s well worth considering installing shutters rather than conventional blinds. Here’s why.

Shutters Boost Privacy
Whether you live in a busy neighborhood with lots of foot traffic or a suburban home nestled in the foothills, creating a sense of privacy in your home is essential. While blinds and light curtains can help, they won’t always be enough to block the activity going on inside your home from view. Installing shutters can enhance privacy indoors by fully obscuring and blocking the inside of your home from view. That means your neighbors won’t be able to tell that you’re watching your favorite rom-com for the 50th time at night!

They’re Easy to Clean
If you’ve ever tried to clean blinds, you know that picking up the dust, dirt, pollen, and pet hair from the material is incredibly time-consuming. Worse, if you or your loved ones suffer from allergies or upper respiratory conditions, some of the debris will stay behind. With shutters, you’ll be able to completely remove the dust and debris every time you clean. All you’ll need is a microfiber cloth and a little determination. 

Modern Versions Are Safer Than Blinds
Even the highest quality blinds can represent a safety hazard for pets and small children. If the pull cord is long enough, children and pets can get tangled in them. When this happens, your child or pet may cause damage to the blinds at best and get injured at worst. Since shutters don’t have pull cords that dangle close to the ground, kids and pets can’t get tangled in them. This helps keep your loved ones safer and reduces the risk of having to replace your window treatments sooner than you should.

They Can Improve Energy Efficiency
All window coverings add insulation to your windows. The more insulation you have, the less the temperatures outside your home can influence the temperatures indoors. When they’re closed, shutters offer superior insulation, helping keep your home comfortable year-round by insulating your space from the weather outside. This helps your heating and cooling system run less frequently, saving you on your energy bills during hot summer afternoons and those cold winter days. 

Ready to Update the Look of Your Windows?
Installing shutters on your windows is a great way to make your space stand out and create an elegant feel that blinds simply can’t offer. With tons of styles and materials to choose from, you’ll find the perfect choice for your home and your budget. If you’re ready to breathe new life into your home by upgrading your window treatments, don’t wait. Contact the team at Design Craft Blinds and Floors to discuss your home’s needs today.