Which Colour is best for shutters?
Black or dark colors, like cobalt, can really make the shutters pop and dress up your home’s exterior. Light-colored shutters that are only a few shades darker than the rest of your home create a seamless, classic look for a more traditional home.
Should the front door and shutters be the same color?
Should they match the front door? Should they match the trim? Your shutters should coordinate well with these other items, but they absolutely don’t have to be the same colors as each other. One option is to use the same color, but a lighter or darker shade of the paint, adding variety without the risk of clashing.
Should shutters be gloss or satin?
When to use a semi-gloss finish: A semi-gloss finish is best for painting garage doors, front doors, exterior trim, gutters, shutters, metal lamp posts, railings, and window sills.
What are the different types of shutter?
Exterior window shutters come in four basic types: paneled, louvered, board and batton (sometimes called BnB) and Bermuda. They are available in a variety of materials including MDF (medium-density fiberboard), vinyl, synthetic foam, faux wood and natural wood. Basswood is the most popular wood for shutters.
Should your shutters match your roof?
The color of your shutters should not be the same color of the house, the trim or the roof, if your roof is visible.
How do you choose shutters?
Make sure the shutters you choose correctly fit your windows; shutters should match the length of a window’s trim and be approximately 25-33 percent of the window’s width. When measuring for shutter widths, consider spaces between windows.
Does your door have to match your shutters?
Your front door does not have to match your trim or shutter color. You can pick a separate color for each or the same for all, should you choose.
Should shutters be shiny or matte?
High-gloss sheens are brilliant, reflective finishes that are also ideal for highlighting trim, railings, shutters and molding. Glossier finishes may be used on ceilings, but be sure the ceiling has no imperfections prior to applying. This type of sheen can provide a look similar to plastic or enamel.
How much paint do I need for shutters?
We have 11 sets of shutters, so 22 shutters in total and needed about 1.5 gallons of paint to paint them all with two coats of paint. And we used about a quarter of a gallon of paint for our front door and sidelight. I chose to use Behr Marquee Exterior Paint with a Satin finish.
What are Bermuda shutters?
Bermuda shutters, also known as bahama shutters, is an enchanting style that originated in the tropics and is built for durability. These shutters will make you feel like you are on vacation every day. The BF1 bahama shutter profile features 1-1/2″ louvers.
Do plantation shutters come in different colors?
Plantation shutters are made in several common colors, but you can have your custom made shutters painted any color if the need arises.