Make your home look and feel like you are living on a tropical island in paradise with Bermuda shutters. What could be better than driving into your yard and feeling like you've stepped into your own private oasis? Bermuda shutters give your home a coastal flair that makes it look like a tropical vacation all year round.
Romantic, yet practical, Bermuda shutters offer your home sun and weather protection while adding style and grace. Individuals in the Caribbean have used similar shutters for years to keep the hot afternoon sun out of the house while still letting in cooling breezes.
A Bermuda shutter attaches to the top of your window with a hinge and opens like an awning. A rod at the bottom holds the shutter away from the window when you want to let light and air into the house. Typically, one shutter panel covers an entire window, giving a clean and elegant look.
Often, you can customize the size of the louvers in your Bermuda shutter. You'll still get a full range of view and air circulation with whatever size you choose. Yet, you may prefer one size over another and the style is purely a personal choice.
Many reasons exist for choosing Bermuda shutters. If you live in an area where you need storm protection, the shutters can be closed and secured when storms threaten in order to help protect your windows. You'll also protect the interior of your home from fading and sun damage because by using the shutters.
Some individuals like Bermuda shutters because they can also help camouflage unattractive window views. In this case, you could choose to leave those shutters down over the windows with the bad view. Or you could still open them as the shutter will still partially hide unattractive views.
Bermuda shutters made from wood or faux wood are popular, but you can also paint yours to compliment your house color. If you want to paint them, simply use a good quality exterior latex paint with a primer underneath.
If you're looking for a tropical escape, try the next best thing and turn your home into a coastal retreat. You'll be reminded of Hemingway, rum, and afternoon breezes every time you come home.