Loading ...I once read somewhere that the most requested and searched-for topic at a major home remodeling and design website was window treatments. Why? With all of the possible topics covered across home improvement, decorating, remodels, why windows? I don’t have a definitive answer, but I do know that everyone searching on that website (and reading this blog) has windows looking out onto their streets and backyards. And those windows all need to be treated in one fashion or another. So I suppose that topic makes as much sense as anything else.
In addition to being an essential design element and light manager, window treatments can be important investment for your home. Not only can they reduce your energy costs by keeping hot air, cold air, and unwanted light from getting inside, they will also add to your home’s resale value when you put it on the market someday.
In the meantime, you simply get to enjoy them.
Interior plantation shutters, whether wood or faux-wood, will last for more than a decade with virtually no attention. You won’t need to paint them, restain the wood, or perform any other maintenance over the years. They can be a bit of a pain to dust and wash down, but almost all window treatments come with those same issues. That’s little price to pay for gorgeous shutters.
On the positive side, plantation shutters will provide a clean, streamlined look that enhances almost any architectural and décor style. Maybe that’s why shutters add to resale value. A potential buyer might not be crazy about your special gold and purple plaid curtains, but he’s certain to appreciate the understated beauty and practicality of plantation shutters.
New window treatments can be a practical, yet enjoyable home investment even in a crazy real estate market. The simple elegance of plantation shutters makes them a great choice for many homeowners … maybe even you.
