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Materials
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As
with most home improvement elements, the type of material
that shutters
for windows are fabricated from varies depending
on the needs, style, and preferences of the homeowner.
A wide range of choices exists, and it’s always
a good idea to have an understanding of the options
available to you prior to making a decision as part
of your home improvement project.
Basswood is an extremely popular choice for window shutters
due to its uniform grain, which produces excellent results
when stained. The material is robust while also being
lightweight, which is a winning quality in window
shutters, which are affixed to the exterior of a
home.
Cedar is also a popular choice among homeowners desiring
the look of wooden
shutters for their home. Cedar is easy to stain
and is also easy to oil. Cedar is an especially attractive
option for larger window openings where the size of
the shutters will be substantial, because it is extremely
lightweight. However, in that cedar is a very soft wood,
it does scratch easily. Therefore, homeowners who wish
to use cedar for shudders need to either be okay with
a scratched look or need to take great care to not scratch
the surface of the shutter.
For those homeowners who do not have a strong preference
towards wooden shutters, vinyl is an excellent option.
Vinyl actually tends to be slightly more expensive upfront
than its wooden counterparts, yet still the benefit
to vinyl in the long term is that the concern for warping
is significantly decreased. Vinyl shutters to tend to
be less sturdy than wooden shutters, however.
The least durable of window
shutter designs available on the market are those
made of plastic. However, as a solution to a high-moisture
area such as a kitchen or bathroom, plastic can be an
excellent choice. In addition to being resilient to
moisture, plastic also withstands excessive heat much
better than wood does, so if the window is to be exposed
readily to high-heat conditions, plastic may be an excellent
choice.
In any home improvement project, it’s important
to consider your personal needs as well as the conditions
in the space that is being changed. If you live in a
high-moisture, high-heat area, wood may not be the right
option. However, if you want long-lasting durability,
plastic or vinyl may not be the best option. Every home
and every homeowner has individual needs, style preferences,
and constraints that affect the realistic long-term
success of a home improvement project.
When considering what material would be best for the
shutters for your home, it’s important to consider
factors such as the durability required or desired,
the look you desire from the shutters, as well as the
possibility in your climate for warping or burning. |
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