Shutters or Venetian blinds? And who from?

[Vijac]

Appreciate any advice on this. It's for our front rooms in place of nets. We're thinking white wood. But should we get tape real wood or mdf? Thanks!

[Tweettwo]

I have shutters - half way up only. I love them - my mum has Venetian blind and is now thinking of changing them for shutters. I think they look classy. Mine are white MDF - the installation guy said there was no point or benefit in getting real wood - MDF is perfect for them as it isn't too heavy.