Information on Plantation Shutters
Plantation shutters are made of wide slats, or louvers, that can be opened and closed. They are designed to create shade and allow for ventilation of a room. Plantation shutters come in a great many styles and colors. This versatility makes them ideal for both casual and formal decorating.
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History of Plantation Shutters
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Shutters of this type originated in the Middle Ages. The designation of "plantation" in their name came later when plantations in the Caribbean and in the southern United States put them to good use in their warm climates. In the years since, plantation shutters have reached a new popularity as decorative items. Homeowners have become as charmed by their aesthetic value as by their functional value.
Styles of Plantation Shutters
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Some plantation shutters reach from floor to ceiling, creating a dramatic effect. Most plantation shutters, however, sit inside the frame of the window. A third style is the smaller cafe shutter, which only covers the bottom part of a window.
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Composition of Plantation Shutters
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Some plantation shutters are made of wood, either basswood or hardwood, and are stained or painted for a custom finish. Other plantation shutters are created out of vinyl, which are less expensive and are more durable, but do not have the beauty of natural wood. A composite shutter is also available that mimics the appearance of the wood shutter.
Advantages of Plantation Shutters
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Plantation shutters offer a measure of privacy even when they are opened enough to admit a little breeze to come through. Decorating is a snap when you can custom-design a shutter by overall size, color, composition material, style and even the width of the slats. They can be adapted for use in any room of the house.
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