Should I Select Shutters or Blinds for My Windows?

Blinds and shutters are stunning window treatments that provide a lot of light and privacy. They’re easy to adjust, and you can angle them to achieve the perfect amount of light management. They also have some significant differences, which can help you decide which is the best fit for your home. Continue reading to find out whether custom blinds or shutters fit your needs better.

Are Shutters or Blinds Better for Light Control and Privacy?

Regarding light control and privacy, Hunter Douglas blinds and accent shutters both offer exception privacy and light control because they both have louvers or slats that move to let in light or block it. You can set them for a clear view of the outside or block all light for darkness or privacy.

If you want a room-darkening option, they’re still similar, but custom shutters are set into the window on their own frame, so they don’t let any light in the sides. However, for blinds, you can add the de-Light™ Feature, a rout-less system that hides the cord holes to block light, to your Hunter Douglas blinds near Brentwood, CA.

The de-Light™ Feature is available on all three of our horizontal blind options:

• Parkland® Wood Blinds

• EverWood® Alternative Wood Blinds

• Modern Precious Metals® Mini Blinds

Are Blinds or Shutters Better for Energy Savings?

In terms of energy savings, shutters have more to offer. While both reduce heat transfer to a certain extent, shutters are built into the window, so they reduce the cracks that air can come through. The louvers on shutters are also thicker than the slats on blinds, so they provide more of a barrier for heat, which also increases energy efficiency.

Are Blinds or Shutters More Durable?

Regarding durability, wood blinds and wood shutters can last a lifetime with proper care. Similarly, our faux wood blinds and wood composite shutters are more durable than wood and have similar durability. They won’t bend, bow, or break, and they’re built to last. Hunter Douglas metal blinds are made from an aluminum alloy that will bounce back into place, so they withstand wear and tear. Palm Beach™ Polysatin™ Vinyl Shutters feature highly durable alloys that are UV-resistant, mold-resistant, heat-resistant, and water-resistant.

However, because shutters are built into the window, they’re considered a permanent window treatment, designed durably and securely, so they will last for the life of the house.

Find Hunter Douglas Window Treatments Near Brentwood, CA

Blinds and shutters are classic window treatments that can beautify your home and make both light control and privacy second nature. Whether you choose blinds or shutters, the staff at Closets & Beyond can work with you to customize them and make them fit your home perfectly. We also carry shades, patio screens, rugs, home decor, and closet safes. Additionally, we create stunning custom closets to meet your storage needs.

Request an in-home consultation by calling or leaving a message on our contact form. We proudly serve the area surrounding Brentwood, CA. Contact us today!