Plantation Shutters Configuration
Hi! I'm hoping to get plantation shutters on the front two windows of my house. One window is approx 2240mm wide x 1300mm high, divided into 3 panels; the other is approx 1900mm wide x 1300mm high, divided into 2 panels.
I've had a few measure & quotes, and most recommend following the configuration of the windows ie. 3 shutters for one and 2 shutters for the other. However, I've had conflicting advice on whether 2 shutters would be possible on the 1900mm wide window, as each shutter would need to be approx 950mm wide. So, some have suggested getting 4 shutters on that window; however, then I'd need to do 6 shutters on the other window for them to look consistent, but I'm concerned this would possibly look too crowded.
Any thoughts/advice on what I should do would be much appreciated!
And would it be strange to do different things on each window - eg. two shutters/pane on one and one shutter/pane on the other?
Thanks!
Comments (16)
Anne Monsour
4 years agoHi Lisa , I would prefer the 3 and 2 if possible as that would look better outside. If they can’t then I would do 3 and 4 . What material are they made from ? See the attached photo.
bigreader
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Comments (8)Plantation shutters are visually busy and reduce your water view by 50% even when fully open. It looks like you have the old style aluminium frame windows and single glazing. I don't know if losing heat in the winter, or getting too hot in the summer is a problem in your part of the world, but aluminium framed windows are excellent at transferring the external temperature inside as they conduct heat. If this is a problem then you can't beat traditional lined, full length curtains and a pelmet. Ensure the track is much wider than the window so that you can pull the curtains fully back, clear of the window, to enjoy the views. Traditional curtains give you the most flexibility for light control, heat control and privacy when required. I would look for a plain block of colour (not patterned fabric), with very simple understated pelmets for an elegant and flexible solution that will work for all of your seasons. Best of luck with your research Dr Retro of Dr Retro House Calls/Dr Retro Virtual Visits...See Moreplantation shutters for 900mm wife windows.. one or two panels?
Comments (12)Assuming all your windows are similar in height to the one in the picture ( taller than they are wide ) I'd personally do just 2 panels . If you really wanted , you could even ask for a solid 'narrow beam' down the middle so they look almost like 4 sections . If you hinge them twice , and have 4 sections across each window , it will be quite fiddly , and maybe this makes me lazy , but why purposely make something that needs 3 or 4 fastenings at the top , another 3 or 4 at the base , and special holders to hold them firm when they are opened . Wide plantation blinds , with a catch each side , is all it needs ....See Moreplantation shutter with roller blind
Comments (11)The trouble is they are bifold shutter doors, I think, you haven’t said whether they are or not. Therefore roller blinds will have to be secured into the wall above the frame of shutters, giving enough room for the blind mechanism to work correctly, and enough room for the shutters doors to be “bi folded”. If you hardly use that door and will only put the blinds down at night time with the bifold closed, then yes, install them. You could encase the roller blinds mechanism in a pelmet to hide. But again that pelmet needs to finished above the doors. Therefore Roman blinds would not work, because they do not retract completely. Unless you had them secured very high on the wall....See MoreAnne Monsour
4 years agoIf possible I would have 3 plus 2 but otherwise have 3 plus 4 . What material are the shutters made from ? See the photo below
Sue Tamblyn
4 years agoLisa S
4 years agoLisa S
4 years agoBigreader, they’re in different rooms. Here are some pics of the front of the house
Anne Lyon
4 years ago
siriuskey
4 years agoLisa S
4 years agosiriuskey
4 years agopascoeyvonne
4 years ago
PROMore Than Curtains
4 years agolast modified: 4 years agoI would definitely recommend three panels for the first window and two for the second in this instance. It will look far more consistent from the exterior of your home. We always match the configuration with the frames and mullions where possible for a neat finish. You can have each panel hinged individually, or have a bifold scenario... both would be acceptable solutions.
You may have been recommended choosing a 4-panel configuration based on the type of shutters that particular retailer was quoting on. Different materials (timber, PVC, aluminium, etc) have different weight, and therefore different parameters for the maximum panel size. PVC is far heavier than timber or aluminium and can put strain on the hinges over a large expanse, causing them to sag slightly. The timber we use is Poplar - a forestry certified hardwood which is very lightweight and allows a lot of room for adjustment onsite (it's common for windows in older homes to be a little out of square because of movement over the years.) Timber can be made in larger panels than PVC, so your 2-pane window wouldn't be an issue.
Lisa S
4 years ago
bigreader