Consider adding charm to your Clearwater home or business by installing decorative exterior shutters for windows. Some exterior shutters are simply for show. There are other styles that not only improve curb appeal but are also functional. Making the decision about the best type of shutter for your home or business can be difficult. West Shore Construction is a full-service company offering consultations that makes the decision making process easier.

Styles of Decorative Exterior Shutters

There are four basic styles of exterior shutters:

  • Board and Batten – These decorative exterior shutters lend a rustic look. They are made of two or three vertical panels joined by a vertical or horizontal panel. These shutters are fixed or hinged to close over the window.
  • Paneled – Paneled shutters look like doors or cabinets. They are fixed on all four corners and are solely decorative.
  • Louvered – Most commonly known as Colonial shutters, these have angled slats that allow light and air to pass through. The slats may be fixed or movable. Movable slats adjust to control airflow and filter the Clearwater Florida sunlight. These exterior shutters offer a classic look to any home. Louvered shutters with fixed blades or slats screw to the home at all four corners or hinge for function.
  • Bermuda or Bahama – Unlike the other styles of shutters, these hinge to the top of the window. Bahama shutters work well for any sized window, small or large, as well as balconies. These decorative exterior shutters offer Caribbean charm. A louvered shutter, they are excellent for filtering light while allowing airflow. Bahama shutters are perfect for commercial buildings in Clearwater.

An Important Advantage of Shutters – Impact or Decorative?

Clearwater residents will enjoy decorative exterior shutters for windows that also protects them from hurricanes. Not only this but they can receive a nice discount on their homeowners insurance if they choose our impact version.  West Shore Construction specialized in hurricane rated Bahama and Colonial shutters. Functional shutters made from extruded aluminum with welded corners offer hurricane protection. This construction makes your shutters durable and resistant to corrosion, mildew, and pests.

When a storm is coming, you can protect your windows and home quickly and easily. Unhinge and close your colonial shutters to the meet in the center of your window, then apply the cross bar. Bahama shutters are simple to close and secure from either outside or inside your home.

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Contact a Trusted Installer

West Shore Construction has been serving Clearwater and the Tampa Bay area for over 30 years. We have an outstanding reputation for quality workmanship, reliability, and superior customer service.

Contact us today by calling (727) 488-8182 or sending a message online. One of our experts will provide a free consultation. They will help you decide which decorative exterior shutters would best meet your style and needs. West Shore Construction also specializes in whole-home remodeling, house painting and green building. We work with only the most highly skilled craftsmen to offer a finished product that is sure to please.