Five Hidden Benefits of Having Plantation Shutters

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[@donnahubscher7995]

The only regret I had when the plantation shutters were installed in my home was that I didn't have them on all windows. They are great for all the reasons given here. They look great as standalone window treatment. They are really furniture...I hated leaving them behind after 14 years....easy to clean.

[@macysondheim]

What about all the slaves who suffered on plantations which is what these shutters were named after? That’s the real regret in my eyes

[@sugarpuff2978]

@@macysondheim 😂😂😂😂😂

[@VioletEvans-yt2fd]

@@macysondheim so we have to eliminate the word “plantation” from the English language because they were used on some plantation houses? You sound ridiculous.

[@DoDgeSwaG]

@@macysondheimsomeone’s black or someone’s a white BLMer

[@1ccathi]

Your review not only sold me on plantation shutters, but also on Sunburst Shutters! Just placed my order for two of my houses. It was pricey for sure, but can’t wait for the installation!

[@JL-hn6hi]

I don’t know anyone who has them, so I appreciate your observations.

[@mcobian89]

Plantation shutters are beautiful! Completely changes the look of any room, and definitely adds value to the home. Best investment we have made!

[@crystal79jones]

I just ordered plantation shutters yesterday. Can't wait to have them installed! 4 double windows and 1 single was just under 5,000. They are 3.5 inch with hidden tilt and a half split. Norman company. So happy to watch this video! Helped me know I really did make a good decision!

[@lt2195]

Can you pls tell me did you get wood shutters or another material?

[@danielgunning4123]

Yes. I was wondering also what is the most common material purchased

[@autoentropy]

You got ripped off.

[@alexandraadams2070]

So glad to have found this video! I plan to build a home soon and I definitely want these shutters on all of my windows! Thank you so much!

[@LRN2DIY]

So glad it was helpful and best of luck with the new home!

[@debbiehuffman4958]

Be sure to tell your builder that you are installing plantation shutters on all windows. My builder did not know and he made the depth so shallow between some windows and the inside frame that they could not be accommodated. Enjoy them when you get them.

[@alexandraadams2070]

Thank you so much!@@debbiehuffman4958

[@123-wxyz]

I am curious about the soundproofing quality of the shutters. Is there a specific type of shutter I should be looking for when it comes to soundproofing? The house is close to a road. Thanks

[@maciejfassa4394]

I always used them at my home, didn't knew all of that though. I also propose checking my favourite brand of blinds - Dako.

[@justfelicia6671]

gonna check them out now

[@galleta_2024]

Great presentation. Clear and to the point. I'm sold. Never heard of Sunburst Shutters and clearly because they aren't located in Central Coast California. Cheers to you both

[@parler8698]

Awesome. I'm sold on this!

[@wandasine2667]

Great info!!

[@danielgunning4123]

What is the most common kind of material that people buy,ie. wood, composite, or PVC. for their shutters?

[@silhouette6158]

I live in Nevada where it gets to 120 degrees in the summer. The best windows I ever had and still is for me today!

[@Veronica-b3i]

Thank you for the video. Do you recommend wood or faux plantation shutters?

[@malina5268]

How much it cost it for you to do only one window like probably? Cus i have just asked my neighbour she says two window cost me 3 thıusend pound

[@gloriaso1939]

Which ones keep the dust out?

[@JR007x]

I couldn’t agree more with all your plantation shutter comments and yes my wife would agree too! Highly recommended if someones budget allows.

[@rp.aguilera]

We are waiting to have our shutters installed on the only window our loft has!!

[@tayred81]

Like the design

[@ljunderground]

Just bought a home with these and we are actually removing them. In our north facing bedrooms they block way too much light, even when the blinds are open. Ours are also dark brown though, so not sure if it would make a major difference or not with white. But with these shutters on our north facing bedrooms, there's almost no natural like and it feels cave-like

[@gamerwhiz6847]

I discovered the same after installing even though I like the look. The extensive panelling is what blocks the light. What are you getting in their place?

[@DavidLee-cw6ci]

The only place I'd put these is on windows facing the road to stop people looking in. Otherwise I want my windows to be windows, something I can get a clear view of the outside with.

[@ljunderground]

@@gamerwhiz6847 We went with some roller shades from the shade store and they are perfect. They're almost always open and don't block the view at all. Easy to roll down for full privacy whenever

[@ljunderground]

@@DavidLee-cw6ci Exactly, really happy we removed ours

[@Donkey550]

Have you thought about motorizing your shutters? Just started looking and it seems there aren’t many options to retrofit.

[@jlcartoon]

in hawaii, shutters are popular as it allows to keep the slats angled open to enjoy the trade winds(cross breeze) but keep the light out.

[@nethermae5340]

Got mine from Suburst as well and love them.

[@CantankerousDave]

My house has them on the south-facing windows downstairs. They’re natural wood colored, though, so it makes things pretty cave-like down there.

[@blumenaue7590]

‘Windows By Dave.’ York, PA. LOVE MINE.I got the 3” with no center bar. Also, I can shut the bottom 1/2 without shutting the top.

[@linda1541]

Plantation shutters were already in my house when I bought it. They are probably 20 years old. Even my cat messing with them they’re wonderful.

[@macysondheim]

That means your house was most likely a plantation before you bought it. Not something to be proud of…. Slaves on plantations were treated horribly & given practically no rights, zero freedoms

[@linda1541]

@@macysondheim my house was built in 2003.

[@TheDoggmom]

Macy, I’m glad someone is bringing out these important facts. Keep up the good work!

[@danielgunning4123]

Idiots. There Fn shutters. Get a life. Be proud of your house linda1541.

[@jincjin8700]

@@TheDoggmom was about to lookup the reason behind the name, sad history to it, but I am still considering installing these

[@gerigame2995]

I've seen these in some colonial places and they looked beautiful. But then I rented a holiday home with one and I felt claustrophobic like I wanted to get out and even with them open it felt like in a well. Cos of how heavy the shutters felt next to the windows. I don't think they are good for all for sure. But then I think that would put ppl off as wellbeing the house. I know if I was looking I would. Think I would need to pay someone to take them down and take them away. So I wouldn't see it as added value to the house. That said if u lived closed to a main road, it definitely helps with privacy but then I don't feel u would want to live there long and want to move to the country much fast cos u felt jailed in your house. For townhouses though I think it would work if u needed the sound proofing and cinema dark.

[@EmergencyDocta]

I work for sunburst shutters. Only here to see if I was the installer. Lol

[@ginacirelli1581]

For my historic house, I went with Shuttercraft - woman-owned since 1980. My shutters are solid wood and are color matched to my trim paint. All other companies will sell you bulky frames with the shutters, which are not suitable for historic windows.

[@RobertHopkinsArt]

Now if I could just figure out how to open the windows when there is heavy furniture in the way. I am open to any ideas anyone may have! The shutters are In the master bedroom with heavy end-tables that sit in front and above the shutters... Otherwise, they work great for any bedroom!

[@ohmy9479]

Are those 3.5” or 4.5” slats?

[@LRN2DIY]

I believe they're 3.5".

[@johnwallace6897]

This is my field! Looks good. I do have a couple questions tho. In the room with the single panel, four panel, single panel set up. Why did you end up going with a four panel instead of a double? Also what type of material did you end up going with, and why did you pick that material? Also did you measure and order yourself, or do the in home consultation? Love the channel! Tyia

[@williamterry3177]

No reply to your easy questions? It has been 8 months!

[@richardcristobal9174]

The person from the company will measure your windows and will ask what do you like with different optons to choose from- wood is a little expensive than the synthetic one! They will compute the amount you will pay depending on window sizes of course. Choose a white shade and it will make your house so bright & beautiful!

[@tamarakelly5341]

This is a very good question. I’m having 10 shutters next week and there’s very little information on the number of shutters to install on a 1800mm wide window. I understand the number can affect each window pane and the direction they open. That’s common sense. My biggest dilemma was 2 panels or 4 on an 1800mm wide window. Every quote I received recommended 2. My neighbour has 2 along with various other sizes. My deciding factor was 2 panels start to look like standard Venetians from the outside. I believe the new “modern” look of shutters these days will be as wide as possible. Whilst I’m going for a minimal aesthetic, I want shutters to look like shutters. Also, my larger window will have 4 panes so stuck with 4 all over. The price in Sydney was exactly the same for 4 panels as for 2, they are charging by the square meter?? I just wish there was more information on the net. The Provider just stated , “it’s personal choice”. I suppose it is.

[@treadless_co]

Shutters inhibit air movement at the window, and are known to cause large mold buildup in cold climates.

[@morphinegirl3446]

Mold doesn’t easily build in cold climates. The only reason it would inhibit airflow is if you left them closed… like any window covering 🤷‍♀️

[@bigbird4481]

That shouldn't be an issue is you clean your windows

[@LovelyyAubrey]

If you do not mind could you give about an estimate of how much these cost?

[@LRN2DIY]

It varies quite a bit but it's often several hundred dollars per window. Most of our windows are fairly large but they're not cheap either way.

[@midi349]

👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@midi349]

You do a great job

[@lilianflynn1876]

Great upload Apart from the cost plantation shutters are exactly what I need

[@spanishvideoclub4901]

Do Sunburst ever have 50% discount? Lol. Well, with my budget, I probably need 75% discount.

[@sineadbenn6825]

What are they made of please

[@LRN2DIY]

I believe these ones are made of a polycarbonate material but they can be made from solid wood, plastics or PVC as well. Different materials have different pros and cons as well as different prices.

[@hankjones4756]

You didn't talk about Pricing.., ??

[@LRN2DIY]

I kept all of the invoices for my windows. Like I said at the start of the video - they're not cheap. I paid anywhere from $390 per window for the ones shown at 1:08 to as much as $650 for the very large window (almost 5' x 5') shown at 1:33. Keep in mind, you can buy Polywood (the nicest and therefore most expensive), faux wood, wood or other composite materials so prices will certainly vary based on that. We also got full Craftsman casing around all windows. Like I said - not cheap, but we're glad we decided to get them.

[@hankjones4756]

You're a good Man !! Thanks for Responding.., And with clarity.

[@HiddenAgendas]

@@LRN2DIY yikes.

[@tyshandmadesoap384]

@@LRN2DIY is that the price with installation?

[@LRN2DIY]

@@tyshandmadesoap384 Yes, that's everything.

[@weilam03]

I have these in my condo. I love and hate them. Cleaning them after rain in a bitch though

[@elizabethowen7205]

What does cleaning after rain mean? How would cleaning them at any other time be different?

[@tutsecret499]

Well if somebody can afford to buy thousand dollars shutter, then can pay a maid to clean it.

[@weilam03]

@@tutsecret499 sadly im renting lol

[@deldeek]

How would the rain reach them if they’ve installed on the inside ?

[@wholesome122]

If you live in the north DO NOT GET THESE. It just doesn’t make sense. I just bought a house in Michigan that has these shutters and they are really annoying. They get in the way of furniture and some you can’t open the window the whole way to take advantage of as much light as possible. The previous owner was from Louisiana and I don’t think she quite understood how winters in Michigan work lol.

[@margieneary272]

I live in Mi., and have them in 4 windows. Absolutely love them.They look neat, and are super easy to keep clean. Just a damp cloth. Nice, simple window treatments that never go out of style.

[@ginacirelli1581]

I'm in Northeastern Vermont and I love mine. My house faces west and the light blocking is fantastic. Also, you probably can't open your windows all the way because you bought the shutters with the frames that most companies are selling because it's easier on them. If you want to open your windows, you need the frameless ones that screw right into the casings like most historic homes have.

[@deltaXna]

Well it cost 6 to 10 k so to add 4 to 6 to the home is a wash

[@williamterry3177]

But YOU get to use them for years before you sell your home.

[@aimeemontgomerydmd]

I just got a quote for 13-16k!!

[@monicaf.4735]

@@aimeemontgomerydmd Why not try Robot Shutters? Price is $9.99/sf to $28.99/sf.

[@endlessspace.8776]

So whwn Plantation shutters can cost upwards of 10k, it increses the value 4-6k great.

[@tedb5432]

That's what I thought.

[@williamterry3177]

And just think, you get all the benefits while you are using your home!

[@airsoftluke17]

I didn’t think this was real lol

[@dashrendr]

Prob shouldnt of started with "I got paid for this video" instead of waiting till the end.

[@revealingfacts4all]

Cleaning the slats? No, way. The slats are dust collectors.

[@LRN2DIY]

The shutters are way easier to clean than blinds, actually. No strings to go around, and it's much less tedious with the larger surfaces.

[@julietphillips1991]

There you are! I agree about the pain in the **** cleaning/dust!

[@revealingfacts4all]

@@LRN2DIY true but shades need no dusting

[@lilianflynn1876]

But you still got to clean the windows anyway in your house Shutters are no different Part of the cleaning routine

[@williamterry3177]

Swiffer Dusters help take the pain away.

[@bloozism]

But what if I’m a liberal?

[@bigbird4481]

Then don't call them

[@KingsCrossVIP]

Lifetime=lifetime of company. Not an actual lifetime

[@LRN2DIY]

Very true. Warranties aren't much use if the company goes under. That's one of the reasons we looked at how well established each company was because I've been burned on that before.

[@jamiaburchamcnhp8712]

=paid advertising Not unbiased opinion.

[@chipdiamond5104]

THE COMMERCIAL THAT SAID "IF YOU'RE A LIBERAL AND SUPPORT JOE BIDEN, DON'T BLEEPING CALL US" IS HILARIOUS 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@wyntresorrow403]

Did see that commercial

[@wyntresorrow403]

I dont see the font call us if you voted for Biden commercial. I must be watching a different video

[@Megatron-sl5us]

"If you support Joe Biden and are a liberal, don't call us." LOL.

[@bigbird4481]

That's the only reason I'm watching this LOL 🤣🤣

[@wyntresorrow403]

Havent seen that commercial anywhere in this video

[@josephinebournes8212]

@@bigbird4481 You people 😒

[@bigbird4481]

@@josephinebournes8212 were fun aren't we

[@josephinebournes8212]

@@bigbird4481 I like presidents that don't lead insurrections.

[@donnelmoss757]

They're not for everybody and the commercial says if you're a Democrat and don't buy it 🤣🤣🤣😂🤣 SMDH

[@wyntresorrow403]

Havent seen thst in this video. Maybe I'm watching a different video

[@donnelmoss757]

@@wyntresorrow403 haven't seen what?

[@donnelmoss757]

@@wyntresorrow403 kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5emZn5ufJJ0mbc

[@Mag-us6iz]

you clearly said what he's talking about! Are you dense? @@donnelmoss757

[@ZzZz-fx7zb]

My plantation shutters came with 2 black kids and a straw hat

[@NotaFakeAccount-cj6zt]

Don't be a Joe Biden supporter lol

[@brittanysbets2626]

Plantation shutters is so derogatory. Find a new adjective for the shutters.

[@sugarpuff2978]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@zelaevatomcat6927]

Windows Never Used to Have Glass Originating back in ancient Greece, plantation shutters were used to cover windows and keep out the elements. Glass was a very expensive and hard to come by material so was very rarely used until more modern times. Shutters were made from marble as wood shutters had not been invented yet. Marble shutters were solid and non-moving. Living in a Mediterranean climate meant that this style shutter worked really well to let in light and air while keeping out occasional rain.

[@macysondheim]

Calling them plantation shutters is insensitive & disrespectful to all the slaves who suffered on plantations, which is what these shutters were named after.

[@a8633]

The word plantation isn’t exclusive to the plantations that some slaves used to work on. Learn the dictionary Macy and stop with this racist mindset whereby you turned something innocent into something divisive and perverse.

[@zelaevatomcat6927]

Read history and stop making everything racist Windows Never Used to Have Glass Originating back in ancient Greece, plantation shutters were used to cover windows and keep out the elements. Glass was a very expensive and hard to come by material so was very rarely used until more modern times. Shutters were made from marble as wood shutters had not been invented yet. Marble shutters were solid and non-moving. Living in a Mediterranean climate meant that this style shutter worked really well to let in light and air while keeping out occasional rain.

[@user-zv7lm8uk7h]

I am offended by your definition of these shutters

[@lifeisgood339]

Simple answer yes unless you voted for biden

[@mnf2139]

Keep politics out, this is all about Window accessories

[@satchmolady]

acknowledge the racist name

[@bigbird4481]

Triggered much?

[@wyntresorrow403]

Get a grip

[@danielgunning4123]

This isn’t Twitter

[@danielgunning4123]

Lu Lu is a loser loser. Acknowledge that.

[@sugarpuff2978]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@whatsyurprob158]

LET'S GO BRANDON!!!