Changing our home into a modern space

Posted on: 27 June 2017

If you're renovating your bathroom, then you've no doubt put a lot of thought into the different features you'd like to include. For many Australian homeowners, deciding on the right window dressing is one of the more difficult decisions involved with the project. If you're having trouble finding the perfect window dressing for your new bathroom, then here are five reasons why shutters may be the ideal choice.

1. They suit any style of bathroom

Shutters are sleek, unobtrusive and stylish. They look equally fantastic in either a pretty, rustic bathroom or a streamlined and ultra-modern bathroom. Shutters come in a wide variety of colours, so you can choose one that blends in with your bathroom's palette or provides a contrasting yet complementary focal point.

2. They combine privacy with ambiance

The louvres on shutters give you complete control over the levels of light and privacy in your bathroom. Even if your bathrooms windows are on ground level, you can ensure both complete privacy and adequate natural light with the right positioning of the louvres. The dappled and diffused light from partially closed louvres also creates a soft and relaxing ambiance in the room.

3. They are practical and low maintenance

Bathrooms are the most likely rooms in the home to develop problems with mould and mildew. This is because of the constant exposure to moisture, which promotes these unhealthy growths. Shutters are most commonly made from hardy PVC or coated timber, which are both easy to clean and resistant to staining.

4. They provide extra insulation

Effective insulation is an increasingly important concern for homeowners. It's particularly important in bathrooms to ensure a comfortable temperature during both hot and cold weather. Shutters provide more effective insulation than other common bathroom window dressings such as curtains or blinds. You can enhance their effectiveness by opting for louvres that have an insulated core.

5. They're an excellent disguise for ugly windows

If you're renovating your bathroom, then there's a good chance that it's because the space is dated and unattractive. Replacing ugly aluminium framed windows is expensive, messy and time-consuming. Shutters can prevent the need to replace windows that are visually unappealing but otherwise in good condition. They're installed on the inside of the window cavity, so the louvres and frame will effectively hide the offending aluminum from view.

Shutters will make a versatile, practical and beautiful addition to your bathroom remodelling project. Contact your local shutter supplier to get a quote and find out which type will be best suited to your bathroom.