Why would I choose estate shutters over blinds?

• <div><p>Estate shutters offer more energy efficiency, privacy, and light control than blinds. They provide better insulation against heat and cold, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/10-ways-reduce-your-home-s-power-use.htm">lowering your energy bills</a>. They’re also sturdy, durable, and last much longer than blinds (up to 50 years or longer). They’re also low-maintenance and can add curb appeal to your home. The return on investment (ROI) for estate shutters is around 75%.</p></div>

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Reviewed in March 2025
Steve and crew did a fantastic job on our windows. Lucas & Conner were courteous and professional installers. We had all windows replaced in our house, and the price for triple pane windows was cheaper than quotes from the other companies for double pane. A++
Zen Windows Twin Cities
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Reviewed in October 2018
I am enjoying my new picture window since Im finally able to open the windows and I don t feel a cold draft anymore.
Custom Remodelers, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2017
High quality workmanship. Ivan did a great job installing 3 doors. Converting one window into a door. Work was done in a timely manner. Easy to work with, I will definitely hire again for future projects.
Art Quality Renovations Corp.
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Reviewed in April 2017
Awesome! I have this attitude that when you get to know a certain company by the people who work there, trust is built. And that's how I feel about Budget Exteriors. A couple of years ago, BE put insulation in my attic. They were friendly, answered all my questions, gave me lots of information...
Budget Exteriors Inc
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Reviewed in February 2017
I would recommend staying away from this company. They didn't install the roof correctly and it started leaking within weeks. They would not come find the leak, rather told me to stand outside with a garden hose, water the roof all over, and then run inside to see if I could pinpoint the leak....
Quarve Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2016
The bad: They called that they were coming over 3 hours prior to the schedule 3 hour window. Fortunately I was home. You also need to be aware of hidden, or at least not mention, charges, like an additional 9% if you use a credit card. And they asked me to use a credit card. When I questioned...
Ruth Movers, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2016
Your Home Improvement Company did a super job of replacing all of the windows in our home. I am sure there are less expensive windows available, but the sales people did a great job of showing us the benefits of choosing the Preservation brand of window. We were impressed with the function,...
Your Home Improvement Company
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Reviewed in January 2011
Great! Jim Kosloski walked us through every step, installed the door, and was there when the window was completed. We ordered the back door from Scherer Brothers in Hopkins and brought it home. Jim matched the trim for our 70 year old house and completed the door install in one day. Dan and...
Craftsmen Home Improvements Inc
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Window Shutters questions, answered by experts

The most popular estate shutter brands include Hunter Douglas, Budget Blinds®, and Graber®. Hunter Douglas shutters cost $20 to $26 per square foot and include high-quality hardwood and faux wood options. Budget Blinds shutters cost $20 to $24 per square foot, depending on if you choose natural wood or another material. Depending on the material, Graber shutters range from $18 to $24 per square foot.

Certain window types are just not suited for shutters. These include bay windows, picture windows, and dormer windows. Keep shutters on standard windows for maximum benefit.

Estate shutters offer more energy efficiency, privacy, and light control than blinds. They provide better insulation against heat and cold, lowering your energy bills. They’re also sturdy, durable, and last much longer than blinds (up to 50 years or longer). They’re also low-maintenance and can add curb appeal to your home. The return on investment (ROI) for estate shutters is around 75%.

Whether or not it’s better to spray, brush, or roll on paint is hotly debated when it comes to exterior surfaces. Spray painting is the best option when trying to get into tough nooks and crannies, of which shutters have many. This method won’t waste time frustratedly squeezing a paintbrush into that tight space between individual slats—and the final results will look better because of it.

Plantation shutters cost an average of $2,990, making them one of the pricier shutter options. However, they offer a 75% return on your investment and are great options for boosting curb appeal and property value. Most people go for plantation shutters for their timeless, vintage look. They also provide the strongest light blocking and temperature control for your home.

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