Why Get Window Shutters When Window Blinds Are Cheaper?

When you start looking at window coverings you notice quickly how many options there are: different types, styles, materials and price points. You will typically pay more for Tahoe City, CA window shutters than for shades or blinds.

So why pay more? Here is where the difference goes.

Window Shutters Offer PermanenceShutters become a fixture of the house rather than something you replace. Installed properly and maintained, there is a good chance you will never replace them. They cost more than blinds or shades upfront, but measured across the years they stay in place, the sum looks different.

The Biggest Effect on Home ValueMost window treatments help a home present well, but shutters do the most for perceived value. Whether you plan to sell or stay, the house is worth more with them in it.

Energy EfficiencyPlantation shutters seal close to the window frame, which slows air movement in both directions. The house holds its temperature more evenly and the HVAC works less hard to keep it there.

When you are ready to look at shutters from a Tahoe City retailer that specialises in window treatments, get in touch. We also offer motorized shades, traditional shades, blinds, Roman shades, custom drapery and more, so you can compare a shutter against the alternatives on the same window before deciding. Book a free consultation or visit a showroom.