History of Plantation Shutters

For hundreds of years people have used Plantation Shutters for their windows, mainly for added security and the protection against storms they provide

The Plantation Shutters or louvre was a developed to allow greater adjustability and light control compared to solid shutters. Wooden shutters are seen all over the world in almost every type of building. Plantation Shutters are sturdy, long lasting, have a timeless classic style, and are practically maintenance free

Historians believe that shutters were first used in ancient Greece. The first shutters are thought to be constructed with fixed louvers made out of marble. The concept of shutters then spread throughout the mediterranean and wood replaced marble as a more suitable material for production.

When the Spanish started colonizing in the Americas, they brought shutters with them. Elegant homes in the south used shutters, and the term “Plantation Shutters” is derived from this area

The name plantation is believed to relate to the cotton plantations that would generally incorporate a large homes where the plantation owner would live, so when the shutters were installed they became known as Plantation Shutters and the name was born

Shutters today are now considered to be more like a piece of furniture coming in many different colours and styles

Plantation Shutters

Interior Shutters for the home most commonly have a hinge on each side of the window, which enables the shutter to open inwards to allows a good amount of light to brightly fill the room. Louvered Shutters have slats that rotate to open and close and give the option to control the amount of sun light, view and airflow coming into the room. There are various terms to describe shutters of this style, such as California Shutters or Plantation Shutters which usually refers to the size of the louver blade. Some Interior Shutters use a stationary louver which don’t rotate and these are called ‘Fixed Louver”, the solid panels can be raised, recessed or flat with fabric inserts or tinted glass.

Plantation Shutters can be configured to s single tier unit that has one shutter top to base of the window opening or a multiple tiers for controled effect. The multiple teir units feature separate shutters on each tier which enables the shutters to be opened on their own, independently from the bottom shutters. Cafe style shutters refers to window shutters that only cover the lower area of the window Plantation Shutters can be built with a horizontal divider rail which separates the upper and lower parts of the shutter. When using operable Louvered Shutters this give you better control as the louvers above the divider rail can be operated on their own, separate from the lower shutters. A tilt rod is used to adjust the shutter position and keep them in a uniformed position. Our Interior Shutters are constructed from a variety of woods, which can be painted or stained to suit your preferences and taste. BellaVista Shutters are accurately made for the best possible fit and simple for us to measure and install

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BellaVista Shutters and Blinds of London/Brighton and the South East UK are experts in the manufacture and installation of Custom Shutters and Blinds. We supply and design high quality  Solid Wood Window Shutters and Plantation Shutters to order, install adjustable Louvre Shutters and fashionable Slat Venetian Blinds. Our attractive Blinds and Shutters are available in a wide range of Shutter Woods, Shutter Materials and Eco-friendly Shutters options available in any Shutters Colours to suit all kinds of Designer Shutters Shapes and Styles which will compliment any home in contemporary, classic, modern or traditional styles.

These popular  Shutters and Blinds are an inspired choice for any house  especially when you consider they are just as attractive when viewed from the outside as well as the inside and they are very easy to keep clean.

Whether you wish for privacy or flexible light control, functionality or versatility BellaVista Contemporary Shutters and Period Style Shutters can provide Shutters and Blinds that will fit your needs perfectly. Shutters are not just an attractive choice, they are an extremely practicle as well. As they can be fitted to any style of window frame or patio door, including French and sliding doors, bay windows, box bays windows and sash windows as well as any unusual shapes which you may require.

All the Wood Shutters in our range are specially engineered to counteract the timber’s natural tendency to twist with the grain. This ensures that they will never warp or distort, while the mortised and tenon joints reinforced their longevity for total satisfaction

We Install Shutters and Blinds in and around London / Brighton, East Sussex / Surrey / Kent and the Southern England. For more information call Blinds and Shutters Sales on 0845 0944264

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Welcome to our BellaVista Shutters and Blinds Blog! We will be talking about our exclusive range Plantation Shutters and Wood Slat Blinds providing detailed information about our product range and installation services.

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