Simply Shutters Articles: Decorative shutters

How pleased were we to be able to supply some of our Extrawide louvre shutters to a lovely client of ours who installed them on the Captains House located on the stunning Osea Island. What and where is Osea Island I hear you ask? Located between Maldon and West Mersea in the county of Esse... Read More

How excited were we to be feature on motherhood and lifestyle blog ‘Latte and Lullabies’? The answer to that question is – very! Latte and Lullabies was created by Southwest London based mum Pamela Majekodumni and features her family life including her husband and three children. &nb... Read More

With the current state of the economy many of us are feeling the pinch. With the rising costs of gas, electric and food in the supermarket, the last thing you might be thinking about is giving your house a makeover. But what if we told you there are a few things you can do to […]... Read More

External window shutters are a popular feature on many homes all over the world and available in varying types and styles depending on the country. In countries like Spain, France, Italy and Greece the exterior shutters you see are traditionally made from wood and are functional so they ca... Read More

The disruption caused by recent storms has caused a few phone calls from customers who’ve unfortunately experienced damaged or ‘fly away’ shutters. The most common victim being the ‘Marbella shutter’. We have been asked if we sell this style shutter. Well actually, most customers... Read More

Mediterranean style homes have a lot of appeal. Mostly featured in sun rich continents this style gained prominence in the 1920s and 30s and continues to be a popular choice. So what are the key characteristics of a Mediterranean property? A common feature is a white painted façade with a... Read More

So you have decided to add external decorative shutters to your home. Great news! But with the various options available perhaps you have come at a cross roads deciding which material would best suit your needs? In the past it would be safe to assume that the majority, if not all, external... Read More

With blue skies, long sandy beaches, far-reaching coastlines, and an abundance of natural beauty, it’s easy to see how for some people owning a property by the coast is the dream. But it isn’t just the location of a coastal property that’s appealing; it’s the design. Whethe... Read More

We’ve been in business for over 20 years and in that time we have answered almost every question about shutters. One question that is often asked is; can you use decorative shutters to cover a window? The sole function of decorative shutters is to sit in place and look pretty. If you... Read More

In a previous article we discussed the top ten most popular colours chosen for external shutters. To continue the trend this time we’re focusing on the top ten most popular styles of external shutters as purchased by Simply Shutters customers. So take a look at our list: 1. Traditional L... Read More