The Pros & Cons of Curtains & Shutters
Made to Order Shutters
When it comes to made to measure shutters, it’s important to consider the pros and cons. They are more thought of as an investment in your home compared to standard blinds. Everyone’s windows are different, but here are our general pros and cons to consider.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| They look fantastic, inside & out! This is one of the main reasons they’re so popular | Shutters can block out more light than standard blinds due to the framing |
| Shutters can help insulate your home & add value when you come to sell | They can be costly in comparison to other options such as wooden venetian blinds |
| The styles are customisable for your intended use and to suit your windows |
Full height shutters are the most popular option, sometimes with an added mid rail to split the use of the louvres. Cafe style shutters often look stunning in classic victorian style windows. Tier-on-tier is a great option for those who want the best of both worlds, you can switch between full height & cafe style to fulfil your needs as required.
We provide a free quote for made to measure shutters in Stoke-On-Trent, Stafford, Crewe, Buxton & other surrounding areas. This will give you an idea of the cost for shutters based on your window measurements.
Made to Measure Curtains
Quality made to measure curtains provide that perfect finishing touch to any room. They also have many practical properties, but are they worth the money? We definitely think so.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Curtains can act as a barrier to the cold and keep your home warmer, especially with blackout lining | They can be costly compared to off the shelf ready-made curtains |
| Quality materials mean that a set of made to measure curtains will last you years to come | Some fabrics are dry-clean only |
| With thousands of fabrics to choose from, you can get the perfect match for your decor |
At Amanda for Blinds we use top fabric designer Prestigious Textiles for our made to measure curtains & roman blinds. Choose from standard or blackout lining, with pencil pleat, pinch pleat or eyelet heading tape to choose from. You can browse the fabrics in one of our showrooms and we can then bring your selections out to your home.