Plantation shutters are becoming
a popular and effective way to add a new style to your home. Both are
functional and attractive. Parts of a planting component Traditional planting
components have a fairly simple design. Plantation fins usually consist of a
set of vertical panels along the entire length and can be divided into four
main parts:
The horizontal slats on the top
and bottom of the shutter are called "rails". Some plant shutters may
also contain one or more horizontal rails in the center of the shutter,
dividing the shutter into different levels.
Located on the sides of the
shutter, vertical "uprights" are installed.
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The "blinds" are the
parallel slats that are between the uprights, which can be tilted and adjusted
to allow more or less light. The blinds can be made in different sizes and
shapes. The "tilt bar" is the mechanism that controls the movement of
the blinds. These also come in a variety of styles.
Simple tilt bars are a continuous vertical bar that connects and controls all the blinds simultaneously.
A split tilt bar is exactly that:
a tilt bar separated into individual parts. This allows separate control of the
multiple levels found in a shutter panel, for example, by adjusting the upper
level to allow more light while keeping the lower level vents closed, for
greater privacy.
The hidden tilt bars discreetly
conceal the device behind the shutter panel.
Where do the plantation blinds
come from? Blinds have been used for many centuries. Some experts say that they
were used since ancient Greece, the slats are marble plates. They were used
before the glass was available, to protect elements such as rain, wind and
direct heat from the sun's rays. They have also effectively protected against
insects and small animals entering the building. The actual function of the
blinds was appreciated in the passage of these elements and was harmful, and
the blinds could be opened, thus allowing sunlight and a cool breeze to
ventilate the establishment.
Many old houses in the south have
found the beauty and practicality of these blinds, incorporating them to the
design of the decadent houses found in the plantations of the Old South. The
term "plantation obdurate" is derived from these applications. These
strands have seen very small changes since these early days.
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Nowadays, plantation blinds are
available in a wide range of sizes, styles, and materials. They are found
everywhere in the world, in all styles of home. Most are made of hardwood, such
as poplar or bar, and may have several finishes to add an architectural touch
to residential and commercial properties. The rich wood blinds such as cherry,
oak, mahogany or walnuts are exceptionally attractive.
The plantation shutters can be
used individually or interconnected to cover multiple windows or a large one.
Many plantation shutter manufacturers allow you to create custom blinds to give
your home a unique look and make a design statement.
The current seeding blinds still
offer the many features that previous generations have found so useful. The
plantation shutters are fully adjustable to allow more or less light, provide
privacy and may even have insulation benefits.
