Which Direction Should Shutter Louvers Face?

Louvered shutters have been the go-to exterior window treatment for centuries. When they first became popular, people loved the functionality of louvered shutters for both ventilation and privacy from nosy neighbors. Today, faux louvers are the most common choice — and that’s probably because homeowners love the classic look, but don’t need the shutters to open and shut the way they once did.

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4 Ways to Increase the Longevity of Your Shutters

Shutters can make or break your home’s curb appeal, so it makes sense to keep them in ship-shape. Additionally, well maintained shutters last longer — meaning a little time and effort invested can save you from needlessly purchasing new ones before it’s time.

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4 Timeless Home Exterior Trends

Curb appeal can be such a fun — and elusive — concept. While it’s fun to try out different trends, your home’s exterior typically means some pretty big purchases. Since that’s the case, you likely want to stick to more timeless design ideas that you won’t dislike years down the road. Ahead, discover four home exterior trends that aren’t going anywhere fast.

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Keep Out the Heat: How to Insulate Your Windows For Summer

The summer season is upon us! Bright, sunny days also come with oodles of hot air trying very hard to break into your home, make you sweat, and drive your energy bill through the roof. Luckily, there are a few easy ways to keep things from getting too heated at home.

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Trend Alert: Monochromatic Exteriors

One popular decorating decision that’s gained popularity in recent years is the monochrome home. When it comes to exterior paint colors, more and more people are opting for a tone-on-tone look.

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The 4 Most Common Home Exterior Issues

Curb appeal can be more than just having an attractive home — it can give an indication to the home’s overall upkeep and maintenance. There are a few common issues with a home’s exterior that crop up time and time again, ranging from “looks sloppy” to “oh, that’s a major problem.”

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Picking a Palette: How to Coordinate Exterior Paint for Doors, Shutters, and Trim

When the calendar flips to a new year, you may feel energized to finally tackle home upkeep projects that are easily put off. If your home’s exterior is looking a tad lifeless and drab as a winter sky, it might be time for a total-home paint job. However, there is a “cheat” that can help you achieve a house facelift without the significant investment of repainting your entire home: painting your doors, shutters, and trim.

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4 Tips for Seamlessly Mixing Old and New Shutters

Picture this: You’re making your yearly rounds to inspect the shutters on your home’s exterior. You find that most of them are in fairly good condition, but there are a few that clearly need to be replaced. What do you do? Is it OK to mix new shutters in with the old ones, or do you have to begin from scratch?

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