Interior Decorating Archives - Purely Shutters

It is a well documented fact that Britain’s new-build homes are the smallest in Europe. In fact, an official government report once claimed that that families are living in properties so cramped, there isn’t enough space for them to live comfortably. Utilising a small space to create a functional, comfortable feeling room is a big…

With home improvement shows like Grand Designs occupying what can seem like 50% of the airwaves, crafting your home into a stylish sanctuary has never been more accessible. And that’s without mentioning the wealth of online resources at the tips of our fingers. If, however, you’re finding yourself stuck trying to add the final flourishes…

Interior design trends constantly change from year to year. It can therefore be difficult to keep track of what is popular, and what is on the way out in terms of interior styles. How our homes are decorated is impacted by what is current, but also by our own individual design tastes, budgets, and interior…

Summer is in full swing, and with it comes barbecues, long days, short nights, al fresco dining, and, of course, the summer sun. While the extreme heat may be a fleeting feature of the British summer, the mercury can rise into the high-20s and early-30s. These high temperatures are particularly impactful in a country where…

We’ve heard it before. You have curtains but they’ve still got a few years in them. Or maybe they’re quite new, you love them, and you just need that little something extra to round off the look of your windows. Well, there’s nothing wrong with that. We would never ask you to get rid of…

When it comes to dressing your kitchen windows, there are a lot of factors to consider! Being the hub of delicious meals and a conversational cuppa comes with its complications, as cooking environments are a constant output of heat, moisture, and smells. Decorating the space can be a tightrope walk between fashion and function, as…

Redecorating your home can be a daunting task. Choosing the right colours, matching the accessories, and even buying the right type of furniture to suit not only your home but your individual taste and style of living, there are many decisions to make. If you’re planning a makeover for your home with some Autumnal home…

Plantation shutters have been around for many years and were originally created to help keep out the elements. Nowadays, shutters are installed in homes for a variety of reasons be that for their classic, elegant looks, helping to reduce noise pollution or because they are really helpful at keeping dust at bay for allergen sufferers….

Every industry across the world has been affected by the pandemic. From businesses having to shut their doors to conform with lockdown restrictions, to office workers having to work from home where possible, the pandemic has without doubt left its mark on the world. When lockdown 1.0 hit the UK in March 2020, businesses had…

If you’re thinking of giving your home a makeover in the New Year but aren’t too sure where to start, here are some ideas that will get your creative juices flowing. And don’t forget, our beautiful wooden shutter range will add an extra element of elegance and timelessness, no matter how you decorate and style…