Plantation Shutters
The traditional elegance of plantation-window shutters adds flair to both rustic and contemporary home settings. Whether installed on a home's interior or exterior, these timeless window coverings provide insulation, light filtering and security. Plantation treatments can be finished or painted to match any decor and come in a variety of materials, including:
The History of Window Shutters
Shutters have a rich history, beginning in Greece. Designed to keep out pests, inclement weather and prowlers, exterior versions were used in place of glass during ancient Greek times. Many 17th-, 18th- and 19th-century builders used Greek architecture to inspire their designs, leading to the eventual use of plantation-window coverings in Southern mansions during the Civil War era. Plantation owners used these time-honored window treatments to protect and beautify their homes, and contemporary homeowners have followed suit.
During the early 1990s, Americans began utilizing plantation shutters inside their homes as well. While expensive, wood window treatments were once only available to affluent homeowners, faux-wood options have made them more mainstream and affordable.
South Florida Aluminum Shutter Designs
South Florida Aluminum manufactures a variety of faux-wood aluminum shutters in low-sheen, powder-coated finishes. Like wood products, the company's El Dorado Colonial Collection can be mounted in a stationary, decorative position or can be hinged for easy operation. South Florida Aluminum's premium shutters are lightweight, low-maintenance additions to any room or building exterior.
