Pros and Cons of Faux Wood Plantation Shutters In Sacramento
Custom-made faux wood window treatments may appear appealing, but it can be difficult to decide what to do without evaluating all aspects of the issue. What are the pros and cons of faux wood plantation shutters in Sacramento?
Pro: Faux Wood Plantation Shutters Complement Multiple Types of Decor
Plantation shutters feature large louvers that can be adjusted, usually by a center tilt rod. People have used these types of shutters for ages to control sunlight and ventilation. Shutters have been used in almost every design trend, from minimalistic to more eclectic design styles. Their practicality, simple lines, and neutral appearance assist you in changing the look of your home from a dated style to one that is a better fit for your needs.
The ability of plantation shutters to conform to any design style is particularly evident when they’re made from faux wood. Unlike aluminum blinds that will become discolored and cracked with age, our Polywood shutters are guaranteed to last a lifetime. So when you update your house and change out all your other design elements, you won’t have to budget for the additional cost of new window treatments.
When debating the pros and cons of faux wood plantation shutters in Sacramento, you should definitely mark flexibility down as a “pro.”
Con: Faux Wood Plantation Shutters Are Slightly More Expensive Than Aluminum Blinds
When comparing custom-made faux wood plantation shutters to other window treatments — especially those from chain home improvement stores — you’ll probably see that plantation shutters are a little bit more expensive. Right off the bat, you might be inclined to count that as an automatic con.
But, quality faux wood plantation shutters, like our Polywood® shutters, cost more because you get so much more out of them. The durability of faux wood means that your shutters will last a lifetime. They are guaranteed to be moisture-, pest-, and fire-resistant, and will never be warped or discolored. As a matter of fact, Polywood shutters have a lifetime warranty on craftsmanship — a guarantee you won’t find on cheaper blinds or shades.
With the cost of our Polywood shutters, you also purchase a an energy-efficient layer that is characteristic of them. Just lower the louvers and you’ll stop the heat loss that naturally occurs with your windows. This keeps the temperature more comfortable in your home and may even help lower your utility bills. Our Polywood shutters even offer an added layer of weather stripping, so you can be sure to get the highest degree of energy efficiency.
Pro: Faux Wood Plantation Shutters Are Guaranteed To Last A Lifetime
Our faux wood Polywood shutters have been called one of the most durable types of shutters on the market for excellent reason. We guarantee that our shutters will never fade, yellow, splinter, crack or warp, and stand behind them with a lifetime warranty. Your Polywood shutters will be just as beautiful and efficient as they were in the beginning.
Compare that to other window treatments, and you’ll discover a new understanding of the craftsmanship of premium faux wood interior shutters. other window treatments will start to show their age by losing slats or become impossible to clean over the years. But Polywood plantation shutters will always look beautiful until you choose to take them down.
Con: It Can Take Several Weeks To Craft Your Shutters 
One benefit of purchasing a DIY window treatment from a chain store is that you can install it right after you buy it. faux wood shutters, however, are usually custom-made and can take several weeks of waiting from the time your windows are measured to the time they are installed. That may not be convenient if you’re trying to cover a window for Friday’s dinner party.
But having a window treatment custom-made is worth the short wait. Unless your house is a new build, your window may not be 100% square. Therefore, a DIY treatment won’t fit properly, and gaps may be evident. On the other hand,a custom-fitted plantation shutter will be sized to the exact dimensions of your window and will fit snugly to frame, meaning you won’t lose anything in style, functionality or energy efficiency. Also, the custom-fitted method is the only way to go for your specialty shaped windows.
Pro: Polywood Shutters Are Efficient
One advantage of plantation shutters is that they help stop airflow and prevent the problems with heat loss. This keeps your home comfortable and your utility bills down and sets plantation shutters apart from blinds and shades. Faux wood plantation shutters are even better because of the rigid, non-porous composite materials.
At the peak of energy efficiency are our Polywood shutters. They add an additional layer of weather stripping that makes sure your louvers lock in tight to prevent heat loss. As a result, our Polywood shutters are 70% more efficient than even hardwood plantation shutters and over 1200% more efficient than aluminum blinds.
Sunburst Is Your Expert Source For Premium Faux Wood Shutters
Now that you’ve evaluated the pros and cons of faux wood plantation shutters, reach out to Sunburst Shutters Sacramento. We’ll visit with samples of our popular Polywood faux wood plantation shutters, and you can see for yourself how they will improve your windows for years to come. Just call 916-665-0078 to set up your in-home consultation.
