Faux wood shutters are perfect for those of you who like the look of wood over your windows but need a less expensive alternative. Faux wood shutters have many benefits over other types of shutters, especially if you like to add your own personal touch to your decorative touches. For example, you can paint your shutters to your liking or otherwise customize them. You can even use them as exterior shutters if you do not want to install them indoors. Probably the biggest drawback to faux wood shutters is that they are only decorative. They cannot function, meaning they do not open or close. These shutters are fixed in place and will stay in place.
These shutters are resistant to chipping, cracking, denting, fading, peeling, splitting and warping even under daily direct sunlight and humidity. They tend to be easy to care for with their textured vinyl material. You also do not have to be an expert to install them. They typically come in complete kits with hang strips, pre-mounted hinges, zip strips and all the other necessary hardware you need to install your shutters successfully. You may even find shutters in either the “L” or “Z” molding, but some manufacturers may charge extra for this choice.
Cleaning these shutters is a simple chore. You can use a damp cloth or sponge without damaging the satin finish of these shutters. Furthermore, the shutters are resistant to moisture and damage. Your shutters should remain safe around children and pets, as they are extremely durable. In addition, faux wood shutters have great insulation possibilities, so you may be able to lower your utility bills. Depending on where you purchase the shutters, you may be able to replace parts easily without having to buy a completely new set of shutters.
You do not have to paint your shutters yourself. You may find many attractive color options such as almond, deep cherry, golden oak, honey maple, ivory, majestic walnut, maple, natural, regal, sandstone, snowflake and white. In some cases, you can even choose the color of the hinges, which may be brass, cream, daisy white, off white or stainless steel. Dust particles will not stick to faux shutters because they are treated with dust repellent. However, perhaps what attracts most people to them is that they are relatively inexpensive. Of course, the cost will depend upon the size of the shutters. You may pay less than $100 for some shutters and nearly $300 for others.