DO SHUTTERS INCREASE YOUR HOMES VALUE?
Posted on 24 May 2023 by Phil Coleman
DO SHUTTERS INCREASE YOUR HOMES VALUE? FUTURE PROOFING YOUR HOME
Unlike other types of window coverings like blinds or curtains good quality window shutters should never need replacing and are not something you could take with you to your new home.
This is one less thing that any potential buyers would need to worry about or have to pay out for as they would know on the day they move in they have privacy and security without the costs.
DO SHUTTERS INCREASE YOUR HOMES VALUE? EASY MAINTENANCE
When it comes selling your home, buyers like homes that are ready to live in and window shutters certainly give that impression.
They need little maintenance compared to other types of blinds and are robust enough to last years which is a major plus to any potential buyers.
The only real maintenance needed for window shutters is a light dusting every now and again using either a feather duster or a microfibre cloth (dampened with warm water).
DO WINDOW SHUTTERS INCREASE THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME? PRIVACY AND LIGHT CONTROL
A huge advantage window shutters have over all other blinds and curtains is their ability to control the light entering your home whilst still providing all the privacy you need.
As you can see from the picture the bottom part of the shutter is closed providing total privacy and the top part of the shutter is open allowing light into the room.
If you have an issue with the early morning sun waking you or your family then window shutters combined with a blackout blind is the perfect solution.
You can see the difference between a shutter with a blackout blind and one without.
DO WINDOW SHUTTERS INCREASE THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME? ENERGY SAVING.
With the resent increases in energy bills this will make a real difference to your winter heating bills.
In 2022 tests carried out by The British Blind and Shutter Association with the University of Salford showed a 28% reduction in heat loss with internal shutters professionally installed.
I hope this helps answer the question of do window shutters increase the value of your home?
If you are in Leicestershire would like more information on getting shutters fitted in your home https://www.barlowblinds.com/getting-shutters-fitted-how-does-it-work
