Classic Shutters are Always in Style

A beautiful interior shutter system out-performs standard horizontal blinds at the window every time!

In the last 10 years, energy efficient and eco-friendly home products, geared towards simplifying our lives have become more desirable.  The beautiful and timeless interior shutter system, in all of its different forms is now enjoying a new relevance in 2012 as a result of our changing needs because it helps reduce energy costs and is often made from renewable products.

“When a simple slatted product is called for, please don’t re-invest in more 1” and 2” horizontal blinds without considering the beauty, value and efficiencies of a custom shutter systems.” says Jennaver Brown, owner of Eye on Design Drapery, Blinds and Shutters, Inc.  “In a well made shutter, home owners can find an energy efficient, eco-friendly, and maintenance free window treatment with privacy and light control features that make them an excellent value.”

Home owners frequently worry that shutters will make their home too dark.  “I feel that a shutter designed with the right size vane, the correct color and the right mounting style, can actually add light to a room and increase view through the vanes to a level higher than a standard 1” or 2” blind.” Says Brown.

Shutters can also help make a home greener. “With 50% of a home’s energy loss occurring at the windows, it is easy to understand that interior shutters are an investment with a measureable return.” says Brown. A well-measured and well-constructed, high quality, shutter system, such as the “Newstyle” shutter system by Hunter Douglas can increase an R-Value of a standard double pane window by up to 200%.  A higher R-Value saves on energy costs by preventing heat loss in the winter and heat gain in the summer.

Shutters are infinitely easier to maintain than horizontal blinds because there are no cords and strings to clean around or replace when they break.  Additionally, shutters can be popped right off of their hinges to get them out of the way for window cleaning.  No tools required and no brackets left in the way.

Shutters are available in wood, vinyl and composites now that each offer benefits with regard to color options, framing styles, humidity resistance, price, and special features. A well-designed shutter will reduce your energy costs and add to the re-sale value of your home in ways that horizontal blinds cannot.  Take advantage of our annual Spring Shutter Sale today and see for yourself.

Jennaver Brown is the owner of Eye on Design Drapery, Shutters and Blinds Inc. located at 309 East Main in Belleville.  618-257-9750.  Learn more at www.eod4u.com.