Hardwood Shutters vs Softwood Shutters: which one is best for you?

Discover the beauty of hardwood shutters At The Shutter Studio. We understand that the right window dressings can make a significant difference to the look and feel of your home, so why not choose a covering that doesn’t just add style but provides many benefits too? In this blog, we discuss why hardwood shutters are the perfect choice for your property all year round.

Basswood: A time-tested elegance

We often get asked, “Which material is best for shutters?”. While some customers prefer the beauty of our Monterey pine softwood, a premium hardwood material like basswood offers numerous benefits. This popular material has been used not only in the shutter industry but also in the carpentry and flooring industries for many years. Known for its exceptional qualities, it’s the ideal choice for homeowners who seek both durability and a long-lasting stylish touch.

Due to its premium qualities, basswood comes with a slightly higher price point in comparison to pine, but it’s undoubtedly worth the additional cost.

Benefits of hardwood shutters

Durability

Hardwood shutters, such as basswood, are a long-term investment. Their durability makes them perfect for any customer and their lifestyle. If you have a family with children or pets, there is no need to worry about them damaging your shutters due to the hard-wearing nature of the material. Its feather-light structure also enables them to be opened and closed with ease, with no pressure on the hinges.

Insulation
Basswood offers advantages all year round. It provides excellent insulation to keep your home warm in the winter but also cool in the summer, by shading your home from the elements. Their natural insulating properties can reduce your energy bills by minimising heat loss through your windows.

Aesthetic appeal
Hardwood shutters are incredibly versatile and can be painted, stained and customised to match your interior décor perfectly. Basswood offers a classic and elegant appearance that complements traditional, modern or cottage style properties, as well as working exceptionally well for various window types including bay windows and even patio doors. Whether full height, tier on tier or even tracked shutter doors, there are many possibilities with basswood to enhance the appeal of your property inside and out.

100% hardwood
Unlike some suppliers, The Shutter Studio provides 100% basswood shutters, for both the panels and frames, to provide the ultimate build and strength to your shutters.

Sustainable
For homeowners looking to add an eco-friendly touch to their interiors, basswood is the ideal choice. As it is a slow-growing tree, basswood is monitored and controlled by forestry councils to ensure its sustainability, giving it unique value as a shutter material.

Choose basswood this November
Hardwood, and particularly basswood, offers a different kind of durability, insulation, and aesthetic appeal to softwood and is the perfect choice for various window types and home styles, making it a wise investment for any homeowner.

Upgrade your home this winter with the elegance and practicality of hardwood shutters from The Shutter Studio and enjoy premium quality like no other, for many years to come!

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