• Knowing the Role of Your Hospital’s Physical Environment

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    With patient satisfaction ratings more relevant than ever to a hospital’s financial performance, hospital administrators are working to increase patient satisfaction scores. The hospital environment has a significant influence on those scores. At Eclipse Shutters, we offer  shutters designed with the needs of healthcare facilities in mind. How Do Hospital Design Features Impact Patient Satisfaction? Studies have shown that hospital decor and design can actually impact clinical outcomes and reduce stress for patients and their families. The more aesthetically pleasing and comforting the environment is, the more relaxed patients and their loved ones feel. The more comfortable the environment, the higher patients rate their satisfaction with the hospital in multiple areas — even those not directly related to their surroundings. Improved hospital design can also help reduce fatigue and stress among staff members. This can improve the level and effectiveness of care provided. Why You Should Consider Eclipse Shutters for Health Care Facilities Among their many advantages, they are perfect for medical facilities because they are:

    • GREENGUARD® Gold Certified
    • GREENGUARD® listed for microbial resistance
    • Durable yet low maintenance design
    • Easy to clean
    • NFPA701 Certified fire retardant
    • Child-safe design
    • UV resistant

    Our faux shutters have the look and elegance of real wood shutters. However, unlike those shutters, they will not peel, warp or fade and never need to be refinished. All they need is cleaning with a mild soap and water. They are also energy-efficient and help keep out the heat or cold from the outside to help you control the room temperature. The Importance of a Room with a View shutters can be adjusted to let the maximum amount of sunlight in. Studies have shown that brightly-lit rooms and a view out the window can improve patient satisfactions and fight depression. In fact, in questionnaires, patients have indicated a preference for a window view of nature while hospitalized. Researchers have also found that in some cases, patients exposed to sunlight have less anxiety and pain, require less medication and sleep better. Of course, our indoor shutters can close to block sunlight and ensure privacy when needed. For more specifics on the sizes and types of shutters we offer for healthcare facilities and more details about their features, take a look at our brochure for healthcare industry customers. They are durable, easy to clean and come with a 25-year warranty. To find the Eclipse Shutters dealer closest to you, just fill out our online form.

  • Selecting the Proper Frame for Your Shutters

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    Eclipse Shutters customers make their shutters their own by selecting the color, louver size, tilt option, and frame. You may not have given much thought to what kind of frame would work best with your shutters and your window. However, it’s important both for style and functionality, to give some thought to that choice. You’re making a wise investment in your home by purchasing Eclipse interior shutters. The frame is an important finishing touch for that investment. We offer a selection of decorative frame options for inside-mounted and outside-mounted shutters. Shutters with an inside mount cover only the inside of the opening. Those with an outside mount cover the entire window opening, including the trim. Window frames with any kind of an obstruction, such as an alarm or hand crank and those with a tilt-in window need an outside mount. We also offer extensions for our inside and outside mount frames if needed to avoid the obstructions.

    Eclipse Shutters’ Frame Selection

    Our inside mount frame options are:

    • L Frame
    • Z Frame
    • Deluxe Trim Frame
    • Trim Frame
    • Casing Sill/Decorative L Frame.

    Our outside mount options are:

    • L Frame
    • Casing Frame
    • Casing Sill/Decorative L Frame

    We offer the traditional L Frame and Casing Sill frames for both inside and outside mounts. The Casing Sill frame adds an attractive finish for windows with sills. You can see all of these frame styles in our brochures. You can also watch our video on frame selection. Your Eclipse Shutters dealer can answer any questions you have as you make your frame selection. We have dealers who offer our  shutters in Atlanta and across the country. We are proud to be the best-selling shutter provider in North America, as well as the largest manufacturer of custom shutters. For a list of the dealers near you, just complete the contact form.

  • Alternative Uses for Your Shutters

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    Shutters add elegance and value to any home. They are beautiful and easy to maintain. They also help save energy by keeping the outside temperature from entering your home. Most people picture them on windows, but they are more than window treatments. They can be used throughout your home to bring a unique, sophisticated look to any room. Shutters Can Complement Sliding Glass or French Doors Faux shutters are a perfect addition to doorways leading to a patio. They’re a stylish alternative to the draperies and vertical blinds that most people use. They can close to provide privacy or stay open to let in the sun. Since they’re easy to clean, you don’t have to worry about them getting a lot of use as your family goes in and out of the house. They’re waterproof, UV protective and non-porous, so they will stand to the kind of use that your patio doors likely get, particularly in the summer. You can choose a by-pass, bi-fold or standard hinge track system depending on how you want them to open. If you have French doors either leading outside or between rooms, shutters provide an elegant complement to them while also providing privacy. You can match them to your shutter window treatments for an upscale, cohesive look. Shutters for Closet Doors Shutters have become a popular alternative to traditional closet doors. They add a clean, elegant look to bedrooms, living rooms, hallways or wherever your closets are. shutter doors provide just as much privacy for your clothes or other belongings as traditional closet doors when the louvers are closed. You can choose from by-pass, bi-fold or standard hinge track systems to fit your needs. shutters are often used for closet doors in some of the finest hotels. Shutter Room Dividers Break up Your Living Space If you want to create two rooms out of one, there’s no better, more stylish way than floor-to-ceiling shutters. They are a beautiful, practical way to break up your kitchen and dining areas, separate out part of your basement as a playroom, or create a private dressing area within your bedroom. As with shutter doors, you can choose the track system you prefer for your dividers. You can keep the shutters and louvers open or closed or a range of privacy options. You may choose to coordinate them with your shutter window and or/door treatments or go for a different style. Why Choose Eclipse Shutters? We know that there are a lot of places where you can buy shutters. However, we believe that our custom interior shutters are superior both in appearance and durability. That’s why our shutters come with a 25-year warranty – the best in the industry. While we are proudly based in Atlanta, our shutters are sold by dealers all over the country. To find a dealer in your area, simply complete our brief online form to begin the process of transforming your home

  • Interior Shutters that will Look Great in Your Kitchen

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    Shutters are a great investment to make in your home. They are beautiful, yet durable. They can maintain their attractiveness for as long as you’re in your home and will last a lifetime with minimal care. They can also improve your home’s resale value when you decide to sell. At Eclipse Shutters, we’re so confident in the durability of our faux shutters that we offer a 25-year warranty.

    Consider Faux Shutters for Your Kitchen

    While faux shutters make a beautiful addition to living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms, some people don’t think of them for the kitchen. However, their unique qualities make them the perfect window treatments for one of the busiest rooms in most homes.

    Moisture Resistant

    Quality faux shutters are terrific for rooms like kitchens, as well and bathrooms, where they will be exposed to moisture from steam, water and spills. They are moisture resistant, so they won’t mildew, warp, crack or rust. They’re also perfect for our hot, humid Atlanta summers. You can leave the windows and shutters open to allow in fresh air. When the house is closed up in the summer and the air conditioner is running, they can help keep out hot air that can seep in and can drive up energy costs.

    Easy to Clean

    Because they just need to be wiped off with mild soap and water, you don’t have to worry about spills or splashes while you’re making your favorite family meal. Faux shutters can also stand up to all the activity that goes on in the kitchens of busy families.

    A Safe Choice for Families

    Eclipse Shutters’ interior shutters are fire retardant NFPA701 Certified. Our interior shutters are GREENGUARD Gold certified and listed on GREENGUARD’s website for microbial resistance, so they resist the growth of mold and mildew. That helps keep your family safe from bacteria that can lead to viruses and exacerbate respiratory conditions.

    Shutters for Doors

    If your kitchen opens onto a patio, bi-fold or by-pass faux shutters are the perfect solution. They lend an air of elegance to your kitchen, provide privacy when you need it and hold up to fingerprints and other everyday grime. Eclipse Shutters is proud to offer the new UltraSatin™ finish that gives our faux wood shutters the look of real wood without painting and other maintenance that goes along with it. Our neutral colors, Cotton, Pearl and Vanilla, go well with any kitchen color and decor. If a kitchen remodel is one of your New Year’s resolutions, or if you’re just thinking of sprucing up your kitchen soon, complete our short online form to find an Eclipse Shutters dealer near you.

  • How Shutters Can Completely Transform Your Home

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    If one of the things on your to-do list for 2015 is to make some upgrades to your home, consider quality faux wood shutters. They bring classic style to any home and will increase its resale value. Eclipse faux wood shutters look like premium painted wood shutters, but they will never have to be repainted or refinished. They won’t yellow, fade or peel, so they retain their look for many years with minimal care.

    Perfect for Every Room in your Home

    Our custom  shutters can transform every room in your house.

    • They are elegant enough for living rooms and dining rooms.
    • They are microbial resistant making them the perfect choice for kitchens and bathrooms where they are subject to moisture and steam.
    • They are GREENGUARD Gold Certified and NFPA701 Certified fire retardant, so they are safe for children’s bedrooms and playrooms.

    shutters can bring style and elegance to any home when used as window treatments. However, if you still want a splash of color, you can add draperies or valances around them. shutters are not just for windows. They can be used as room dividers, closet doors or patio doors to add style as well as privacy.

    Why Buy Eclipse Shutters?

    We know that there are a lot of faux shutters out there, but Eclipse Shutters offers a 25-year warranty – the best in the industry. They will last a lifetime with minimal care. Eclipse faux wood shutters look like real wood, but are much easier to care for, and hold up to real life conditions. We have dealers all over the country. To find the one closest to you, simply complete our short online form. We’ll find a dealer in your area so that you can be on your way to transforming your home in no time.

  • Why the Hospitality Industry Is Embracing Shutters

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    Winter is getting the best of everyone, and people are already beginning to think about their next vacation. Due to this, the hospitality industry will do well to spruce up their interiors, beef up their staff and offer solid deals to welcome the couples and families who will surely be stepping up to their reservation counters. Consider installing our indoor shutters in your hotel lobbies and rooms. They have many attributes that will quickly make you realize their worth.

    Versatile Design Element

    Our shutters come in elegant shades that complement and complete a number of different interior decorating schemes. Whether your hotel is a boutique hotel with eclectic Bohemian decor or a modern multi-floor building with the latest amenities, our products will fit right in. They are custom-made for your windows and interior design style, so you can be confident of a cohesive and unified decor that your guests will appreciate.

    Wide Appeal

    The understated elegance of our indoor shutters is your best assurance that your guests will find them attractive and appealing. Classy and tasteful, they appeal to a wide group of people – just like the guests you hope to draw into your hotel.

    Durable and Economical

    Once installed by our professional installers, you can expect many years of use and enjoyment from our  interior shutters. Because they are designed and built to last, they end up being more economical than other window treatments in the long run. Plastic blinds are flimsy and difficult to keep from bending or twisting. Drapes can last for many years but they need to be taken down for cleaning and put up again afterward. It’s a time-consuming process that requires additional staff hours and leaves you with bare windows in the meantime.  It’s easy to see why our durable and easy-to-maintain shutters are the better and more attractive alternative. Our indoor shutters for windows are elegant, durable and designed to go with many different types of hotel and home decor. They are custom-made for the windows in your home or business to assure you of a soothing and appealing indoor environment for many years. Let us help create your ideal space with our versatile  shutters. Contact us today to find a dealer near you.