So you're considering new window treatments for your home and have narrowed it down to plantation shutters and louvre windows, but you're not quite sure what the difference is. Well, worry not! Our experts here at Smarter Outdoors are here to set you straight. The...
Plantation shutters are one of those home features that are both functional and stylish. From the outside, they give your home a classic look. And the magic they perform on the inside is just as impressive. But do they live up to the hype when it comes to light and...
From pruning your front yard to painting your exteriors and interiors, there are plenty of ways to increase the value of your home. One of the most cost-effective ways is adding roller shutters. That’s right; you can increase the value of your home by investing in...
If you had new plantation shutters installed in your home, you’re probably excited over their sleek design, functional practicality, and visual appeal. It’s understandable to want to keep them in top condition. Just like other window treatments, plantation shutters,...
Plantation shutters are a popular choice for residential and commercial properties due to their simple, neutral, and clean look. However, property managers and homeowners do not only prefer plantation shutters for their aesthetic appeal, but some benefits make them...
A significant concern among many homeowners is whether plantation shutters can increase the value of contemporary homes. There is only one answer to this question, and that’s ‘yes’. If you’re still unsure why you should install plantation shutters in your new home,...
Plantation shutters are the most popular window coverings sold here in Australia. These options have been around for centuries and are still being used today to offer a classic and timeless style. If you’re trying to figure out the best window treatments for your...
Plantation shutters are increasingly becoming popular as the top choice for window coverings in Australia. This is probably because of their ability to offer unmatched beauty and functionality.They are considered one of the most durable window treatments available....
Roller shutters are a fantastic solution to keeping the bright sun of the summer away from our house, preventing overheating. A lot of homes in Australia use some kind of window insulation to make staying indoors comfortable, from heavy curtains and black-out blinds...
Roller shutters have a lot of different functions, like keeping out the heat in the summer or keeping out the cold in winter, which will lessen your power bills. This is already amazing, but what about noise reduction? The question is…do roller shutters work as a...
A roller shutter offers several benefits to your home and business. They bring protection, insulation, and shade. There are many reasons to install roller shutters on your windows and doors, from privacy to energy efficiency. In this article, we’ll discuss the whys...
Roller shutters come with a host of benefits. Not only do they provide curb appeal and extra security, but they also offer energy efficiency and added property value. Still, when you’re considering such a commercial or home improvement investment, you’ll want to know...
Good quality roller shutters help to regulate temperatures inside your home or business premises. They help reduce greenhouse gas emissions resulting from air conditioning use and lower your energy costs. Let’s take a closer look at why roller shutters are better than...
Roller shutters offer many benefits, including increased security and privacy, reduced noise levels and climate control. They can blend in with your house’s or place of business’ design. You can also choose from a variety of colours. Manual roller shutters...
The perceived cost of securing our homes and businesses puts many residents and business owner off. After all, break ins and damages won’t happen to your property, right? Unfortunately, protecting our homes and businesses, loved ones and valuables is the...
Summer is synonymous with sunshine and beaches, feeling hot and trying to stay cool. Summertime also means it’s bushfire season, and while we live in hope that a bushfire will never affect us, it’s always best to be ready. With the urban sprawl, dry scrubs and hot,...
Keeping a business viable is the job of the boss. Keeping a business, its valuable employees, stock, customers and equipment safe, is also a boss’ job. Everybody deserves to feel safe in the workplace, especially afterhours and in remote locations. Employers deserve...
Did you know, on average, crime spikes during the summer months? We’re talking an increase of home burglaries here, as more and more of us spend time outdoors and away from our homes. The holiday season encourages many of us out and away for longer periods of times,...
Blinds and curtains come stock-standard to many established home purchases, and new home buyers of new home builds are eager to put some in of their own for privacy. But what if there was another addition to windows? Well, it...
With our businesses and homes, technology changes all the times. For instance, single garages turned into double garages (with remote controlled garage doors), 3 by 1’s turned into 4 by 2’s and roller shutters are now popular across many homes and businesses. Domestic...