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Rising in popularity, shutter ideas are fast becoming the sophisticated way to dress your windows. A suitable option for every room of the house they will look smart, stand the test of time, and are easy to maintain. 

One of our favorite window treatment ideas, shutter ideas are loved due to their versatility and enduring aesthetic credentials, however, it's important that you pick the right style for your home as they do mark a significant investment. 

In terms of materials, wood is the authentic choice – whether painted or natural – while vinyl options are a durable choice for bathrooms or kitchens as they can withstand the moisture and humidity of these areas. 

Shutter ideas

Endlessly versatile, shutter ideas can be combined with curtain ideas or used alone for a streamlined dressing, creating privacy and controlling light in interiors, and they can even be fitted to create shade on your front porch ideas.

‘Shutters can be fitted to all types of shapes meaning you can cater to any awkwardly shaped window or doorway,’ says Sam Tamlyn, general manager, Shutterly Fabulous . They can also help insulate rooms in colder regions, and keep the heat out when it’s warm – making shutter ideas a great option wherever you live. 

1. Opt for tier-on-tier shutters for ultimate control

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Combining the best of both worlds, tier-on-tier shutters boast the privacy, light control, and aesthetics of full-height shutters, while also incorporating the flexibility of café-style shutters – as each section can be opened independently. 

‘If your windows have a natural break, opt for tier-on-tier shutter ideas with a mid-rail positioned over the break,’ advises Sam Tamlyn, general manager at Shutterly Fabulous . 

2. Choose cafe-style shutters for street facing rooms

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For street-facing or overlooked rooms, café-style shutters are a great option. Only installed on the lower part of the window, they allow the influx of natural light without compromising privacy. They can also be thrown wide when needed to open windows or let in light.

Cafe-style shutters are also a great way to achieve the coastal kitchen look – especially when paired with a blue and white color scheme or shiplap wall ideas.

3. Vinyl shutters for a peaceful bathroom

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It is good practice to leave your window open when showering or bathing, regardless of whether you have an extractor fan, to get rid of condensation inside windows. However, with blinds, this practice can impede privacy or create a noisy environment as the blinds bang against the frame. A vinyl shutter, on the other hand, is a great bathroom window treatment as it can be opened to access the window, then securely closed, leaving the window open without compromising your privacy. 

4. Select solid shutters to add architectural interest

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Solid shutter ideas are a stunning addition to any style of the room – especially one that’s lacking original features or architectural character. Providing texture and interest, whether open or shut, solid shutters can be paired with windows or enhance French door ideas. Since they are single panels with no gaps for draughts to pass through, solid shutters are also great for keeping your home warm and helping you to cut your energy bills this winter. 

5. Use your shutters to add color and interest

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Opting for shutters, instead of window blind ideas, doesn’t mean that you have to reject creativity. There are myriad different colors and designs available, allowing you to make a statement with your window treatment. Paired with complementary pale lime walls and an array of accent cushions, these green Waterbury shutters from Thomas Sanderson , make an instantly eye-catching statement that could rival even the best accent wall ideas. Shutter ideas also help to add structure and shape to the room, while the louvers offer flexible light levels and essential privacy when needed.  

6. Team shutters with drapes

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For a stylish treatment for bay window ideas, consider combining shutter ideas with curtains. The shutters can fulfill the role of providing privacy in an overlooked room – and here it’s only café-style shutters that cover the lower part of the window that is required – while the curtains add softness to the interior.

‘Shutters plus curtains is one of our favorite living room ideas,’ says Lucy Searle, global editor in chief of Homes & Gardens. ‘The curtains frame the elegant window and provide color and pattern, and shutters prevent the room from being overlooked.’

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While shutter ideas often feature white or wood finishes, think black to make a striking statement with your window treatment. In this room, they’re part of a palette that combines black with gold accents in a modern living room design. When open these solid shutters leave the large window exposed, keeping the room filled with daylight.

8. Match shutters to wallpaper

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To create an interior that feels cocooning and cozy, complement wallpaper ideas in rich colors, such as when decorating with green, with shutters that repeat a hue from the design – it’s one of the options available in any room in which you use shutter ideas as a window treatment.

‘Look at whether you would like your shutters to match and blend into the wall color and room décor or whether you would like to create a design statement and focal point through a contrasting or vibrant color,’ says Sam Tamlyn.

9. Control light and privacy with shutters

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Featuring adjustable louvers, plantation shutter ideas offer control over light and privacy while also adding a layer of insulation to windows. Easy to wipe clean, they can also ‘allow in considerably more light due to light from the louvers being reflected onto the ceiling making a room feel lighter, says Livia Gusman of Just Shutters .  

10. Keep it natural

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Wood shutter ideas are a great alternative to painted finishes when considering living room color ideas. They’re ideal for interiors featuring neutral tones and will up the quotient of natural finishes in any room. 

Want a natural element but a more dramatic effect? Go for wood stains in richer and darker tones.

11. Make a feature of solid wood shutters

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If you’re lucky enough to have a property complete with beautiful original solid wood shutters, be sure to celebrate them. If they have an original wood finish then take care to preserve this, alternatively, if they have already been painted try highlighting them in a bold color. 

'Painting traditional wooden window shutters allows for almost floor-to-ceiling color without taking a bold color onto the walls,’ says Andy Greenall, head of design at Paint & Paper Library . ‘To maximize architectural detailing on the shutters, opt for a satin finish such as Architects’ Satinwood which, as well as being practical and durable, offers a 30 to 35 percent sheen level, which will highlight the paneling and create a beautiful light-reflecting surface. '

12. Bring shade to a porch

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Think shutter ideas to keep a back or front porch cool and comfortable when the sun is high. Using them here can create a cohesive feel between the interior and exterior of a house if they’re the chosen window treatment inside rooms. 

Choose a soft green color for them and the shutters will link to the foliage of the yard, too, and create a soothing light for a space made for relaxing.

13. Ensure the perfect fit with custom shutters

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Windows are a huge part of the character of a period property, and to preserve this it’s important that they are given sympathetic window treatments. Opting for a made-to-measure service will ensure that blinds or shutters can be designed to fit around the architecture of your home, even if your windows are shaped or curved. 

An ideal bedroom window treatment, when closed the shutters will block out the light, creating a cozy and welcoming atmosphere.

14. Choose vinyl shutters for a bathroom

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Offering the ability to alter light levels without compromising on privacy, shutters are a brilliant bathroom idea. However, it’s important to consider material as wood can warp in humid areas. 

‘For bathrooms, we recommend choosing vinyl shutter ideas or faux wood Venetian blinds,’ says Yvonne Keal, senior product manager at Hillarys . ‘Both mimic the look of real wood but will withstand moisture – giving you the best of both worlds.’

15. Opt for flexibility

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Tier on tier shutters are a flexible option for a room like a bathroom in which different levels of privacy might be required during a day. They allow just the lower part of the window to be covered, or the whole expanse of glass as needed. 

In this room a pink finish has been selected that adds welcome warmth to the space. 

What is the most popular shutter style?

Inside a home, Shaker style solid panel shutters are a popular option. They’ll block light effectively when needed and are ideal if streetlights are intrusive or to prevent daylight interrupting sleep. 

Louvered shutters are also a good choice for interiors that’s often favored. They can be full height to cover the entire window or café style across the bottom, and allow fine light control, making them ideal for living spaces and home offices to avoid glare on screens.

What goes well with shutters?

Curtains go well with shutters, creating an elegant window treatment. The pleats of the fabric bring softness that contrasts with the line and material of the shutters, and they’ll frame the window. Plus, in a cold climate, using both will result in optimum insulation for the window.

Measure for curtains that hang to the floor to make the window look as tall as possible, and fit them so that they draw back completely from the glazing and expose the shutters fully when they are open.

Fit the shutters first to ensure they can be mounted as necessary and their panels open without the curtain rod causing an obstruction.

Do shutters make a room warmer?

Shutters do make a room warmer. Helping to reduce draughts and provide an additional layer of insulation in front of your windows, shutters are a great way to retain heat in your room. 

Do shutters brighten a room?

Yes, shutters are a great way to brighten a room.  'There are lots to make to increase the amount of natural light and brighten your home, without the need to feel exposed with bare windows from wall to wall,' comments Rachel Davies, design expert at Shuttercraft . 'Shutters in subtle shades like white and cream can help optimize light levels in the home even when completely closed. Shutters with wide slats are ideal if you want the room to bask in natural light.'

Sarah is a freelance journalist and editor. Previously executive editor of Ideal Home, she’s specialized in interiors, property and gardens for over 20 years, and covers interior design, house design, gardens, and cleaning and organizing a home for H&G. She’s written for websites, including Houzz, Channel 4’s flagship website, 4Homes, and Future’s T3; national newspapers, including The Guardian; and magazines including Future’s Country Homes & Interiors, Homebuilding & Renovating, Period Living, and Style at Home, as well as House Beautiful, Good Homes, Grand Designs, Homes & Antiques, LandLove and The English Home among others. It’s no big surprise that she likes to put what she writes about into practice, and is a serial house renovator. 

25 Repurposed Shutter Decorating Ideas

Shutters…Shutters…Everywhere!!! Let’s take a peek at somecreative uses for this slatted piece of wood…who knew how much potential they have!

Shutter Decorating Ideas

Country Living 

sure shines a light on a fabulous way to repurpose a shutter…I love it and you can do it with a cool shutter and your favorite paint…make it with your own style and you will be ready to hang it in an hour…LOVE IT!

Country Living also gives a full how to on how to create one of these

gorgeous walls!

This wall was featured on Country Living and created by:  oliveandlove

My favorite wall of shutters is over at

Thistlewood 

Kari combines a wall of whites and the end result is NOT short of amazing!

 

What a great mood these beauties set on this patio!

 BH&G

 Here’s another fabulous use for a shutter…paint it in your favorite color or give it a crackle or some shabbiness…the skies the limit and then you have a place for all those special little postcards…notes and more!

Another great Idea features at Better Homes & Gardens

I snatched this pin up but was unable to find the original link up…but I think you can get enough inspiration from just a picture…give a shutter a paint or stain treatment of your choice…add some cool knobs and there you have it!

 Now here is some drama on the patio!  How cool is this… there are succulents growing in the slats…tons of potential with this idea!

 

 If you are looking for a charming cottage touch any where in your home…one of these will do the trick!

 

Ah…let’s take a trip to this wonderful site…

Completely Coastal inspired living 

here are 3 great ideas for headboard…

oh so beachy chic…

 some shabby fun…

 then there is this dramatic wall that is surely the focal of the room!

 A gorgeous creation (LOVE the blue)

Take a peek over here to see more!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Over at

Beach Comber

2 simple shutters create a great organizer and may I add…tons of styles to this work area!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Good House Keeping

creates this fabulous little table…so simple and so much style!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Now here is a great idea!

If you don’t want to make it…I found it on Etsy

If you are handy with a saw…you can create these and maybe even use it as a magazine rack?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Now here is another simple project that you can create in just a few hours…again…color…treatment…accents…makes it your own!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oh what a great shelf!

I wish tutorials came with every creation : ( but you can get the basic idea from the picture : )

This fabulous idea can be used inside or out…just think of the possibilities…it’s gorgeous! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Now this shutter door is the full organizer including a bulletin board…really a great idea!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Leave it to HGTV to use a shutter for what I personally think is such a natural…a great table!

Another natural for the shutter…how great is this!

Now if you want to add a bit of charm and drama to your table…how about this…what a cool idea and oh the possibilities!

Now this pin shows us the potential that the simple shutter has in a little hanging array…this looks fabulous!

A Chalkboard Shutter…Love it! Write notes…and it holds mail…cool idea and as always…just take the idea and make it your own! 

Oh how I wish there was a big picture to show you of this…I could only locate this tiny one…if you have the time…hop over to HGTV

and click onto the video…fast forward to almost the end and you are going to see the most amazing ceiling created with aqua shutters…it is soooooooo cool!

   

 Seriously…this was the only picture they had available and I really had to share it with you because the end result is so fabulous!!!! Miss Kari…if you are watching…I can sooooo see you doing this! 🙂

Well this topic will have a part 2 in the future because there are just so many other things you can create and I want to show you them all!  So now when you see a lonely shutter sitting on the side of the road waiting to be discarded…save it…save all of its friends and give them NEW life in so many different ways!!!!

See you tonight for the graphic of the day!

(((((HUGS))))))  

 
oh just one more since the last picture was small…LOVE THIS Plant Bench!!!!

 

 

 

 

 

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best photo ideas for your home - INMYROOM

In order to update or refresh the interior of an apartment, sometimes it is enough to change the design of windows and the level of illumination. Blinds do an excellent job of both. Due to the variety of types and materials, you can choose a model for rooms of different purposes and styles. Design features allow you to adjust with their help the light transmission and the atmosphere in the house. And ease of maintenance saves time and money for owners.

The advantages of blinds also include:

Horizontal blinds

Designed as a "ladder", that is, the plates (lamellas) are located one above the other. The slats are fastened together with cords that run through the entire structure on the sides. Thanks to this fastening, the plates acquire the ability to move simultaneously, opening or closing the window. The rotation is regulated by a chain connected to the cords. Such models allow you to completely prevent light from entering the room. nine0003

Such blinds were one of the first to appear in the interior of houses, immediately gaining special popularity. Often found in a classic interior, but they will also look organic in a strict, concisely decorated room. Great for narrow rooms, visually adjusting their shape. Examples of horizontal blinds in the interior in the photo can be seen below.

Vertical blinds

Here the movement and rotation of the slats is carried out with the help of sliders attached to the eaves. The slats are able to move relative to the eaves to the right or left, opening the window completely. There are also models that open from the center to the edges. At the bottom, the lamellas are interconnected by a rope with weights. The plates are controlled by a cord and a chain. Such blinds most of all allow you to adjust the level of illumination in the room. nine0003

Vertical blinds are most often seen in modern interiors. Designers working in the style of hi-tech and minimalism often prefer just such options. They will look good in the kitchen, bathroom or even a nursery. Vertical blinds in the interior in the photo are shown below.

Cassette blinds

Can only be horizontal, and not only in the form of slats, but also available with a single leaf. Mounted directly on the window frame, covering only the glass. This option is convenient because it takes up little space, while the window sill remains free. nine0003

The basis of the construction is a light pipe. Rigid strings are attached to it on both sides, setting the canvas in motion. They are stretched in such a way that the canvas does not sag. From above, the pipe is covered with a box, creating a solid and aesthetic body.

Roller blinds

This design assumes that the fabric sheet is wound onto a roller using guides. The mechanism is set in motion thanks to the control cord. In this case, the canvas is collected from the bottom up, forming a roll. nine0003

The fabric can be either translucent or completely opaque. Thicker options are great for bedrooms, reliably protecting the room from the sun and providing the necessary twilight for a comfortable stay.

Materials

Plastic

Plastic blinds were among the first on the market. They are relatively cheap and therefore very popular. The dense opaque material is suitable for offices and municipal institutions. Reliable and easy to use, does not require special care. To remove dust, you just need to wipe the slats with a damp cloth. Sufficiently heavy construction requires an additional frame. nine0003

It is worth noting that white plastic is the most faded in the sun. Therefore, it is worth choosing colors that do not lose their attractiveness over time due to exposure to sunlight. When closed, they almost completely block out light, so they can be used not only at home, but even in warehouses or grocery stores. Differs in big service life.

Aluminum

The most practical material. In addition to the light-shielding function, aluminum does not heat up, does not conduct heat and is not afraid of temperature changes. Equally well performs its functions, both in a dry room and in conditions of high humidity. Therefore, this option is perfect for the kitchen, bathroom, pool room. Can be cleaned with plain water or, in some cases, soapy water. It practically does not wear out over time, so the service life of such blinds is very long. nine0003

Wood

Eco-friendly and expensive material for blinds. Gives the room solidity and elegance. Different types of wood are used, including such as pine, cedar. The color of the paint can also be different, depending on the environment. It will fit well into a cozy home interior, classic style. Among other things, wood reflects light well and provides sound insulation.

Usually the lamellas are varnished, anti-dust, anti-dirt, antistatic agents. Wooden blinds are not recommended for use in the kitchen, near heat sources, as they can be deformed from constant temperature changes and high humidity. Do not wash them with water, a slightly damp cloth will suffice. nine0003

Under conditions of competent operation, such models will last a long time, to prolong life, polishing can sometimes be done.

Fabric

Very popular type of blinds today. People prefer it because of its similarity with ordinary curtains. Therefore, there are many options for interior design. You can choose a canvas for a room of any purpose and style.

The most commonly used material is polyester, but there are also cotton blinds and even fiberglass options. Like wood, fabric canvases are treated with compounds against moisture, dust, static electricity, and also against fading. nine0003

However, fabric blinds are the most difficult to care for. They wear out quickly, get dirty, despite all sorts of modern impregnations. Cleaning them at home is quite difficult. Most likely, you will have to resort to dry cleaning, and this is an additional cost and extra time. In addition, structures consisting of lamellas will have to be disassembled one at a time in order to perform a full cleaning. But still, finding the best option is possible due to the variety of fabrics, colors, textures.

The best ideas for your interior

A wide variety of options allows you to choose a design option for absolutely any interior.

For modern high-tech environments or offices, simple and concise versions made of plastic and aluminium. Light shades emphasize the stylish design and simple forms of furniture.

Wooden blinds in warm deep colors are perfect for country design and classic interiors. They will create a feeling of warmth and home comfort, proximity to nature. nine0003

Fabric canvases will effectively fit into any interior, emphasizing the simplicity and elegance of design.

To add uniqueness and originality to your interior, blinds can be combined with classic curtains, tassels, laces, lambrequins. Blinds will be completely invisible if you use modern inter-frame structures that cover only the glass of the window.

Colors are not only plain. It is possible to draw a pattern on the fabric canvases on request. It looks very fresh in a modern interior. The subjects of the drawings are diverse: from geometric shapes and abstract images to natural landscapes or views of the night city. nine0003

Also, blinds made of dense materials such as plastic and aluminum can be used as a partition, thus zoning the room into several functional areas.

Beautiful blinds can be matched to absolutely any room style, thanks to a wide variety of shapes and materials.

Photo

See our gallery for more ideas on using blinds in the interior of the apartment.

Video

Check out our video for some more tips to help you make your choice. nine0003

100+ photos of blinds in the interior

What are blinds?

Blinds are light-shielding structures made of adjustable slats (lamellas) interconnected, the mechanism of operation of which differs depending on the type of structure.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main pros and cons of using in the interior.

Benefits Disadvantages
Vertical slats visually increase the height of the room and raise the ceiling. nine0124 These strips are not designed to be installed on the sash.

Horizontal blinds have many mounting options. They are very convenient, practical and can significantly save space.

Some models are particularly fragile. Aluminum horizontal slats create noise when gusts of wind or when raised and lowered.
Pleated blinds are suitable for designing non-standard window openings. They are very compact. nine0124 Items made from paper cannot be washed.

How to choose window blinds?

Several options to choose from:

What types of blinds are there?

There are two types of blinds, which are determined by the type of location of the rails:

The photo shows a spacious living room with a bay window.

Other types of blinds for windows

There is another group according to visual and functional features: