Stained Exterior Shutters
A handsomely painted set of wood exterior shutters can add a gorgeous accent to the appearance of a home. Paint can also bring a splash of color to a otherwise sedate home decorating scheme, can match or contrast the color of brick or stonework, or can complement the color of a roof. In addition, paint protects your wood shutters from the elements by keeping moisture out of the wood, thus extending the life as well as the beauty of your exterior shutters.
We normally recommend choosing a simple but effective color scheme for your wooden shutters, because timeless colors are easier to find in hardware and big-box stores. Sedate colors are also helpful if you don't want to draw too much attention from neighbors. (Of course, if you own a Victorian "Painted Lady"-style house, going wild when painting your shutters . for historical accuracy only, of course . can be a lot of fun. On the other hand, a color that looks good one year can go out of fashion the next. Or, that color might not match the new color you have chosen for your home . and when that out-of-character paint job begins to crack and fade, it will look very strange.
Despite the advantages of painting shutters, we often suggest forgoing painting your exterior shutters. Consider staining them, instead.
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Why You Should Stain Wooden Exterior Shutters
Wood stain is an appealing option for our exterior shutters. Our hardwood exterior shutters are hand-crafted from top-grade hardwoods, and the wood grain looks great when accented with stain. The right stain will match the colors of the exterior of your home, while preserving your shutters' natural beauty. Stained wood is a classic look that will serve you well for years.
If you do choose to stain your exterior shutters, we recommend using a stain designed for exterior use. Exterior stains provide protection from UV damage and mildew. Most exterior stains do not provide as much coverage as stains for indoor use, so take price and number of cans necessary to finish the job into account when planning your project. A good sealant will also help protect your exterior shutters, making them last longer.
If you do choose to stain your exterior shutters, we recommend using a stain designed for exterior use. Exterior stains provide protection from UV damage and mildew. Most exterior stains do not provide as much coverage as stains for indoor use, so take price and number of cans necessary to finish the job into account when planning your project. A good sealant will also help protect your exterior shutters, making them last longer.
How to choose a stain color for your wooden shutters
Stains can vary greatly in opacity, tone, and sheen. Choosing the right one is dependent on many factors, and the final arbiter will be whether you like the color.
Here are a few tips for choosing quality exterior shutter stains:
- If the natural color of the wood complements the exterior of your home, then choosing a clear stain will highlight the grainy beauty of the long wooden panels from which our exterior shutters are constructed.
- More opaque stains will hide the grain and color of the wood, so if you wish to showcase the wood grain, these might not be a good choice. Be aware that opaque stains can change the original color of the wood to match the rest of the trim on your house. This is an effect you might or might not wish to achieve.
- If environmentally friendly products are important to you, choose stains with low-VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) emissions.
- Protect your face and eyes with a work mask and goggles. Many brands of stain can cause eye and nose irritation.
No matter what type and color of stain you choose, you will find that Estate Millwork's exterior shutters, made of quality hardwoods, provide beauty and dignity when accentuated with a stain.
Any questions? Call 1.866.322.0040 . our expert customer service representatives are glad to help.
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