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Of all the different kinds of blinds, shutter blinds do the most to keep light out. That may make them less useful in some rooms of the house, such as the living room or kitchen, because of their all-or-nothing utility. However, there are places where they are entirely useful. The bathroom can be one of […]

A lot of people are opting for louvred wooden shutters, because of the curb appeal, the beautiful way they frame windows, the better control of light on sunny days or the fact they last a lot longer than blinds whilst requiring far less maintenance. Another big reason why shutters are popular during the winter is […]

With summer having well and truly ended, and the autumn chill starting to bite, the benefits of high quality plantation shutters change from keeping heat and the glare of the sun out of the room and keeping the warmth in. Shutters are ideal for this because their relatively thick frame helps to create an additional […]

You don’t have to venture overseas to see café-style shutters, although you will undoubtedly encounter them many times in some continental destinations. But you can see them here too; after all, it adds to the vibe of many a Sussex seaside café. If you are a café owner, you may think of installing them to […]

If you are looking for new panel shutters, you will, we hope, be impressed with the quality and appearance of the different products on our website. But you may be wondering what materials to go for. A choice between basswood and polyvinyl (PVC) panels is certainly a good one to have between two very durable […]

There is a fine line between a beautiful hot summer’s day and an unbearable heatwave, and in recent years a lot of homeowners have struggled with the latter. A heatwave, in particular one that pairs high temperatures with high humidity, can quickly go from highly enjoyable to painful or even dangerous, particularly if you live […]

There are many kinds of shutters in the market and these provide lots of choices for your windows. While personal taste may be a factor in your decision-making, the location of your property and the design of windows can be major factors that make particular designs and styles more appropriate than others. A prime example […]

If you are looking for new shutters or blinds here in Brighton, you may find alternative companies to ourselves online or on the high street. But we have always set out to offer the communities we serve here, and across Sussex, with something more than just excellent products. Of course, we do offer a wide […]

Having full height shutters is a great way of making any window look stylish, especially the tall ones that characterise many older Regency-style buildings in Brighton and some other Sussex towns. But there are some variations you can consider. Not everyone will go for full height shutters, of course, as some may prefer split shutters […]

It is not often we have scorching hot days in the UK, but when they do come, most of us don’t know how to cope with them. As our homes are not built to remain cool in soaring temperatures, they can heat up quickly, making them uncomfortable and stuffy places to be.  Wooden window shutters […]