Purely Shutters Blog

Most customers choose to keep their window shutters closed because adjusting the louvres is enough to allow plenty of light to enter the room when desired. However, there are a number of occasions when you may want to open your shutters, for instance: To admire the view from a particular room To open or close…

Maximising the space you have in your home can completely transform your property. Not only does it make the place feel more spacious and welcoming, increasing your living space can also boost the value of your house. Whether you long for a bigger bedroom or you would love a dedicated dining area, below are five…

Decorating a nursery is a very exciting time as you await the arrival of your bundle of joy. You may have spent some time considering themes and colours and of course if you know the sex of your baby you may be decorating in very specific colours! When it comes to preparing the room, you…

They say that windows are the eyes into the soul of a house, so getting the right shutters for them might be as important as getting the gorgeous interior design. Curtains and blinds can undoubtedly help keep the sunlight out but there is something that they can’t do. Shutters on the other hand look stunning,…

Purely Shutters are pleased to announce they will be adding MDF shutters to their range in the next couple of months. Watch this space for further announcements! What are MDF shutters? If you’re looking for an affordable option for wooden plantation shutters and you don’t want to compromise on quality, MDF Window Shutters are the perfect…

The beauty of colourful shutters is that they look fantastic in any house, regardless of the style of your property. Installing plantation shutters will instantly transform your home into something truly special. But if you’re really looking for something a little different that truly adds that wow factor, why not try one of our bespoke…

Living in a country with such mild weather, you probably frequently wonder how you can stop condensation from forming on your windows. Unfortunately, a combination of the frequently cold temperatures outside and the heating constantly being on inside means that condensation is a common problem for many of us. While this may seem like a…

Many of us see the New Year as a fresh start so it’s a popular time for potential buyers to start their house hunt. While there are no doubt plenty of things you would love to see in a property (new kitchen, large bedrooms, stylish window shutters and a beautiful garden), below are our red…

The cost of running our homes is higher than ever so it’s understandable that the EPC rating of a property is becoming increasingly important to us when choosing somewhere to live. If your EPC rating is putting off potential buyers or tenants, below are some great ways to improve your score. What is an Energy…

October celebrates National Home Security Month (NHSM www.homesecuritymonth.com/) – a campaign which aims to raise awareness about the importance of protecting your home from the risk of break-ins. This is a topic which is particularly apt at the moment because unfortunately, burglaries are all too common at this time of year. Research shows that when…

It’s that time of year when the all-too familiar arguments about turning on the heating are in full flow. While some of us reach for the thermostat as soon as the temperatures start to drop, others try to hold out as long as they can in a bid to avoid their energy bills increasing. What…

Conservatories make a fantastic addition to any home. They increase your living space, provide the perfect space to entertain guests and best of all, add value to your property. Something that a lot of people with conservatories struggle with, however, is how to decorate a conservatory to make it as cosy and welcoming as the…

Why 40% of tenants are too scared to report maintenance issues to their landlord Research carried out by the Citizens Advice Bureau (www.citizensadvice.org.uk/) has revealed that 1.85 million households have waited longer than they should have to report maintenance issues to their landlord. This astonishing figure accounts for 40% of all tenants living in rental…

When we’re looking at ways of improving the way a company is run, we tend to think about how we can reduce costs, improve staff morale, manage company reputation and of course, maintain high levels of customer service. With an increasing amount of evidence suggesting that office design has a huge impact on employee productivity…

Window shutters have the ability to transform an average room into one that has real wow factor. As with anything in the home however, it’s important to maintain your shutters so that they carry on looking great for many years to come. Below we have revealed five of our top tips for keeping your window…