Internal Plantation Shutters Characteristics.pdf

Frames can be fixed directly to windows or walls, affecting shutter hinge placement. Shutters may have visible or hidden tilt bars and can include mid-rails for rigidity and split louvre operation. Over doors, shutters often use track frames with wider components. Tier on tier designs reduce light entry by creating a gap between panels.

Shutters made from MDF or composite materials are heavier than wooden ones, potentially causing them to drop if unsupported. Wood shutters display natural characteristics like knots and grain patterns, which may affect painted finishes. Moisture absorption can cause warping in wood shutters, making them unsuitable for high moisture areas.

When opened, shutters protrude into the room and may dip slightly when hinged together, requiring lifting during closure. Faux and vinyl shutters are less rigid than wooden ones. Louvre size affects privacy and light control; larger louvres allow more light while smaller ones offer better privacy. Light gaps occur where slats meet or at track edges.

Shutters diffuse rather than block out light completely. Reveal inconsistencies may require filler strips or caulk for sealing. The British Blind and Shutter Association (BBSA) document highlights these characteristics to aid informed purchasing decisions, emphasizing visual inspection under specific conditions.