Plantation shutters are a timeless window covering that have been around for a very long time, dating back to ancient times. Over the years, these shutters have been modernised to become available in a range of styles and designs to enhance practicality and aesthetic value in the home. 

Here are the top 6 recent trends in shutter design that could look great on your home windows. 

Why Choose Plantation Shutters?

Window shutters are one of the most simultaneously beautiful and useful home additions, providing a range of benefits that enhance the style and comfort of any room. Enjoy added control of lighting, as well as necessary privacy and natural insulating qualities that help to maintain a desirable in-home temperature. 

These shutters are best suited to rooms such as the kitchen, dining room or bathroom to add an extra level of privacy and control of natural light. 

6 Top Trends In Shutter Design

1. Custom colours and finishes

White has been the traditional colour for plantation shutters for a long time. Nowadays, there are a range of custom colours to select from. A black, navy, grey or red shutter can be extremely effective to add a pop of colour and match home decor. 

Along with this, a range of finishes are also available to achieve your desired look. You can select from a glossy or matte finish to complement the look of your home interior. 

2. Motorisation

With heightened convenience and ease of use, motorised shutters are becoming increasingly popular. Motorisation in shutter design can allow you to control the amount of light that enters a room with just the push of a button or flick of a switch. 

With operation via remote control, smartphone or even voice-activation, you can save time running around to each of the windows of the home or easily operate hard-to-reach windows. This is especially beneficial for those with mobility issues. 

3. Wider louvres

Another current trend in plantation shutter design is the adoption of wider louvres. Traditionally, shutters have featured narrower louvres. Recently, a wider louvre has been adopted to opt for a more contemporary look. 

A larger louvre has a range of benefits, allowing more light to enter the room to create a bright and spacious feel. They are also able to provide a clearer view of the outdoors, which is preferred if you have a scenic view or a pretty image of the neighbourhood that you would like to maintain. 

4. Composite materials

Timber has been long preferred when it comes to shutter material, but new, composite materials are now becoming more popular. Composite shutters made from a mixture of wood and synthetic materials are much more durable and affordable, and are resistant to moisture, warping and cracking. This makes them much more ideal for areas such as kitchens and bathrooms which are exposed to more moisture.

Materials such as PVC can also be customised to match the colour and finish of any room they may be placed in, making them an excellent choice to maintain consistency throughout the home. 

5. Hidden tilt rods

A tilt rod is a bar that runs through the middle of each panel, making opening or shutting all louvres at the same time easier. Traditional shutter design has included a visible tilt rod to allow you to adjust the slats. Hidden tilt rods are now increasing in popularity due to their sleek and contemporary look. 

Hidden tilt rods are concealed within the frame of the shutter to offer a cleaner appearance. 

6. Arched and specialty shapes

Shutters have traditionally been a rectangular shape, but more and more people are choosing to incorporate various shaped shutters into their homes. Quarter round shutters, circle shutters, triangle shutters and even octagons can be created to fit or complement your window shape and make a window treatment that stands out from the rest. 

Beautifully Designed Window Shutters At Security Plus

At Security Plus Shutters & Blinds, we have been providing innovative shutters to homes in Melbourne and Sydney since 1992. If you are looking to install plantation shutters that will lift your home and impress guests for years to come, contact us to arrange a free consultation.