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Wooden solid panel shutters are a beautiful aesthetic touch that helps to improve the privacy of a home, whilst allowing greater control of the light of a room compared to other types of blinds. One other advantage they have over Venetian blinds, for example, is that cleaning the solid wooden panels and slats is so much […]

As global temperatures rise, keeping our homes cool will become increasingly important – even here in the UK with our famously damp climate.

For Brighton residents living in Regency style buildings, tall windows that let in lots of light are a standard feature. But of course that will also be true of many other homes all over the city.

Summer is here, and with that comes incredibly warm days. This is so much fun if you are out in the beautiful sunshine, but the heat can be oppressive if you are working during the hottest time of the day.

A hot day is wonderful, but it also comes with risks, which makes it all the more important to know how to keep yourself cool when you are stuck inside on a summer’s day.

Whilst solid wood shutters are primarily known as a window accessory, they actually pre-date the use of glass in windows, making them a trusted, effective choice for providing privacy and blocking sunlight for thousands of years.

Whilst in some respects similar to blinds, window shutters are a solid blackout solution that lets in very little light and provides a timeless, elegant design to a room.

So you’ve decided you want an alternative to curtains for your window dressings, but can’t decide between shutters and blinds. It’s a big decision, because they are an investment that will form a central part of the look and feel of your home. Once they’re in place, you’re likely to live with them for some time. Here are some points to consider.

The spring may have been unusually wet, but with summer coming, there is no doubt that the days will be lighter, even if hot days and sunshine are not guaranteed.

Window shutters can be a timeless and sophisticated window treatment in the right setting. But there is much to consider, from the louvre size, the material they are made from, the opening and closing mechanisms, and the style.

If you’re looking for an alternative to blinds or curtains in your home, it could be worth considering shutters instead.