Window Blinds & Plantation Shutters in Lafayette, LA

Do Plantation Shutters increase Home Value?

There are a few ways that shutters help to save money, as well as increase your home value.

The first being the enrergy saving element realized in cold as well as hot months. Shutters act as an added layer or barrier, to hold out cold climates. Working hand in hand with your windows to better perfom insulating properties.

For hot weather, shutters provide two necessary functions in blocking UV Rays, and heat deflection. All of these benefits will add up in some extra money in your pocket over time.

Another realized benefit to plantation shutters is added value to the home. We have seen many times that houses are more desired if existing window coverings are already installed. Because they are a fixed window treatments, and screwed into the casing, it is recognized as part of the house. Some frames we use for faux wood planation shutters dress up a blank sheetrock, into a beautiful ornate cased window.

Consider My Blind Lady for your window blinds & plantation shutters in your home.

Are Plantation Shutters outdated?

You may be wandering if Shutters are still in style?

Most everyone likes them for many different reasons. They are perfect for keeping the sunlight out, work great with many styles, and are stylish for any window.

If you have been talking with a decorator, you may have found their offerings do not include shutters. Or you may be wandering why they tend to exclude and hesitate to mention them. It is usually because they are the most difficult to design, install correctly, or do not have the expertise to include them in their offerings.

Most composite shutters are offered in whites and off white colors, allowing them to blend well with window casings and sheetrock. This simplistic feeling, but refined statement makes them all the more popular.

We have steadily received request for Plantation Shutters Lafayette LA to Youngsville and Sunset all request them regularly.

What are the different types of window blinds & plantation shutters?

There are many varieties of Window Blinds, all with separate functions and design qualities.

1) Vertical Blinds

     Used with bigger glass sliding doors or patio doors. Usually on a track system that allows them to freely move from an opening door. Large vane sizes allow for maximum light to enter a room when opened.

2) Roman Shades or Blinds

     Either made from Fabrics, or Woven Materials (such as grasses, bamboo, jute, trees, etc.), Roman Shades stack upward when opened either by a cord or cordless operations. The most popular style allows the blind to lay flat when it is closed. Can be purchased from My Blind Lady in Lafayette with or without a liner for added privacy.

3) Roller Shades

    Roller Shades are admired for their simple and sleek appearance. The roller mechanism will wind the material onto itself when opened. Usually tucked behind a valance or in a cassette system for a clean look. Differences in Opaqueness determines how much light can penetrate into the room.

4) Wooden Blinds & Plantation Shutters, Fauxwood Blinds

 A common and practical Window Covering made of either real wood or composite louvers. Optional as cordless in our most popular blind.