Solid panel shutters

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Like this. Not plantation style. Does anyone have them? Pros and cons?

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I do in some rooms, but they are originals from an old listed building. The room is clearly very dark when closed, past that they are what they are.

Mine however are in deep set windows Ie the wall is so thick they don’t protrude into the room, the only thing I can think is so they protrude into the room when open or do they fold back against th wall and you need enough clear space either side?

We have a couple in our Georgian house - the set up is similar to how Bluntness describes- they keep the room dark and are good at keeping drafts out - I love them as they are right for the house, but not sure how they would look if they weren’t recessed around the window

I had them in a listed flat. Fine if you want trial darkness. I don't- I never shut my curtains or blinds either. I like plantation style as I can control the light.

I am going to get these for my Victorian 1850’s house.

I intend to have 2 sets of shutters on each window so I can close the bottom shutters for privacy but keep the top one open if I want some light.

My widows are original wood sash and casement with side panels.

We also have similar original shutters in our house. As per above they are good for ensuring rooms are dark. Also good for security on the ground floor and helps keep things warm if you've only got single glazing in the winter!