Let’s be honest – winters in the UK can feel tough. Cold seeps into your home, heating bills climb, and you’re left feeling like you’re fighting a losing battle against the chill. What if there was a simple way to make your home feel warmer? S:Craft shutters are one of the best insulating window treatments on the market. They work all year round to keep your home at a comfortable temperature, but they’re especially useful in these cold and dark winter months. Read on to find out why.
S:Craft shutters can help reduce condensation
Shutters give you greater control over airflow when compared to other window treatments – especially curtains. The slats on shutters are adjustable, so you can open them just a little to allow airflow around your home. This prevents moisture from building up around your windows while still keeping most of the heat in. You won’t have to compromise on privacy either.
Condensation can be damaging to many types of window coverings. If they’re made from fabric, they can end up with mould growing on them – that’s not healthy for you, or pleasant to come across during your spring deep clean! Some heavy curtains can even make condensation problems in your home worse, because they trap moisture between your curtain and your window. On the other hand, shutters can be made from material that resists moisture damage. S:Craft Java shutters are made from high-grade ABS, an extremely resilient material that is perfect for kitchens and bathrooms. Waterproof shutters will never warp or deteriorate when faced with condensation.
S:Craft shutters are excellent insulators
Shutters are great at keeping cold drafts out and preventing warm air from escaping through your windows. Their solid structure creates an extra barrier that keeps the warmth inside your home. Over time, your shutters can even help you save money on your energy bills. Of course, you’ll need to close your louvres completely to feel the maximum benefit from your shutters. But during these winter evenings, it’s dark anyways – you might as well be warm!
S:Craft shutters protect your home from extreme weather
If you have drafty windows, interior shutters prevent wind from blowing directly against the glass panes. You’re probably familiar with that chill that seeps through your windows on a brisk day. Maybe you’ve gone to your favourite seat by the window and found that it feels significantly colder there. Shutters can keep all your favourite perches feeling more comfortable when temperatures are low.
If you live in an area with frequent storms or heavy rain, you could consider exterior shutters instead to protect your windows from the elements.
Insulates from noise, not just from the cold
As we’ve already covered, shutters are much more solid than other window treatments so they are superior insulators. This extends to protection from noise, as well as unfavourable temperatures. If you live on a busy street or in a built-up area, shutters can help you create a peaceful indoor environment. This applies regardless of which material you choose to have your shutters made from.
More privacy
As soon as it gets dark outside, anyone can see straight into your window – and it gets dark awfully early right now. The thick slats of shutters provide an extra level of privacy, keeping prying eyes at bay. When warmer temperatures roll around again, you’ll be able to open your windows and the slats of your shutters for fresh air while still blocking the view into your home.
Better security
Days are short and nights are long right now, and those extra hours of darkness can make your home more vulnerable to break-ins. Good, solid shutters can be a useful deterrent for burglars that might be operating in your area. They can also make it harder for intruders to break windows or access the interior of your home.
S:Craft shutters in Solihull
If all these benefits are sounding pretty good to you, S:Craft offer some of the best shutters in Solihull. Need something hardwearing that’ll stand up to busy family life? Interested in real wood shutters, but want to make sure they’ve been sourced sustainably? Or maybe home security is your main goal, but you don’t want to compromise on style? Whatever it is you need, S:Craft has got something that’ll work for you. And every single shutter is made to measure, so it’ll fit your window perfectly.
S:Craft shutters come in 6 high-quality materials, each with their own set of benefits.
Antigua
- Made from EWC (engineered wood composite) and coated in polypropylene. Offers advanced protection from warping, fading and other forms of heat damage, as well as scratching on the exterior.
- To make these blinds, many layers of wood are bonded together using polymer, pressure, and heat. The result is a robust, long-lasting shutter that can stand up to the demands of family life.
- Comes in 6 colours and 5 louvre sizes
- However, Antigua shutters are only suitable for windows with straight edges.
Bermuda
- Made from MDF, with louvres made from ABS. Made from a combination of materials so that the panels can be as light as possible.
- That means you can have nice wide louvres if you want to – allowing you extra control over how much light you allow into your home.
- Bermuda S:Craft shutters are covered in a foil wrap before they are painted. This prevents condensation from building up by insulating the shutters, keeping their temperature steady despite exterior changes in weather.
- Choose from 12 colours, or mix your own unique shade.
- A more hard-wearing option than the Antigua range.
Cuba
- These are real wood shutters – without the price tag! Hardwood panels are set in a strong MDF frame.
- These S:Craft shutters are light, so you can cover large windows by linking panels together. You can link 4 Cuba shutter panels together, more than the 2 panels you can link with Antigua or Bermuda.
- 12 colours available (or make your own), and 4 louvre sizes.
- Because these shutters are made partially from real wood, you shouldn’t install them in rooms with lots of moisture or condensation. Cuba shutters also cannot be made into unique shapes.
Java
- Made from high-grade ABS, this S:Craft shutter is fully water-resistant.
- Perfect for bathrooms, kitchens, or any other rooms that tend to have a lot of condensation.
- 5 louvre sizes to choose from, and 12 colours (plus custom shades).
- Suitable for some unusually shaped windows (ask us for more details).
Fiji
- Premium, sustainably sourced hardwood shutters.
- Made from Paulownia, a tree with one of the best strength-to-weight ratios that grows to maturity in just 10 years.
- Fiji shutters are lighter than MDF alternatives, so they’re perfect for rooflights or large windows.
- They also work really well for complicated frames like bay windows, conservatories, or even bifold doors.
- Fiji shutters are available in many colours – 30 paint options and 18 stains! Or create your own colour. There are also 5 louvre sizes.
- Can be made into unusual shapes; curves and angles are possible so they can fit on any window.
Portchester
- If security is your highest priority, choose Portchester.
- These S:Craft shutters look like normal plantation shutters from the outside, but they’re made from aluminium.
- Provides improved home security without the unsightly bars or grilles associated with most other security-focused window treatments. Perfect for those who want to be more subtle about the fact that they have high-value items in their home.
- Once you’ve locked your Portchester shutters for the night, you can still tilt the louvres this way and that to let air in but the shutter panels themselves won’t open at all.
- Choose from 4 colours, or make your own.
Why choose made to measure Solihull shutters?
Because our shutters are made to measure, we can make them in any shape and cover any type of window. This is also the best way to guarantee a perfect fit. When shutters are made to measure, there’s no chance of loose fit or any gaps at the sides. A better fit means better insulation, and a warmer house for you. Also, light won’t seep in at the sides and you can improve your sleep quality.
Some period properties have window frames that are not perfect rectangles, as they have bent and warped a little over time. Made to measure shutters are the perfect antidote for this.
We can also make shutters in Solihull for triangular windows on gable ends, circular porthole windows, and anything in between.
Choose us for your S:Craft shutters in Solihull
Winter isn’t over yet, and there’s still plenty of time to make a real difference in your home. S:Craft shutters aren’t your standard off-the-shelf solutions. They’re designed specifically for your space, your lifestyle, and the characteristics of your home.
Our friendly team in Solihull is ready to help you find the perfect S:Craft shutters for your windows. Why put up with another drafty, cold day when a solution is just a phone call away? Contact us today about your new shutters.
