7 Reasons to Love Shutters

7 Reasons to Love Shutters

Shutters are outstanding in more ways than one. Between their sleek, beautiful look, cost-saving energy benefits, and the added home value, it’s easy to see why shutters are worth the investment. Read on to learn why we love shutters, and why you should too.

7 Reasons to Love Eclipse Shutters

  1. Shutters are perfect when you need a lot of light, or when you want to darken a room. The louvers on our shutters allow a lot of light to shine through when they’re open and privacy when they’re closed. Choose the 4 1/2″ louver for the largest view to the outside.
  2. The cleaning process is more streamlined than other window treatments: simply wipe them down with a dusting cloth and you’re done. If you see any dirt and grime, you can also wipe them down with a wet cloth and water, since they are water resistant.
  3. There aren’t any cords or strings to worry about. The tilt bar or rear tilt will never get tangled and become a hazard like a pull cord can.
  4. Shutters can help you save money on your energy bills. This window treatment helps trap the heat inside when it’s cold and keeps the cold on the inside when it’s warm, effectively working with your HVAC system to control the temperature in your home.
    • Eclipse Shutters are designed with pockets of air built straight into both the frame and the louver, allowing them to reduce solar heat gain during hotter months and keep colder air outside during winter months. They also protect against harmful UV rays, reflecting them outside instead of absorbing them into the interior of your home.
  5. Shutters give any room that extra dose of style. They can transform an otherwise bland room into a great-looking space. They provide more than just a window dressing; they are decor for your windows!
  6. Upgrading to high-quality shutters will increase the value of your home. When potential buyers see them, they’ll know right away that you’ve invested in your home.
  7. Eclipse shutters do not warp, bend, peel or crack because they’re built with the best materials for shutter design, and are made with ultra-precise machinery. And, with our new UltraSatin™ finish, they will never need to be repainted or refinished.

Investing in high-quality shutters shouldn’t just be considered purely for the aesthetic appeal – they should be considered because they’ll benefit you in more ways than one. If you’re ready to upgrade your window treatments to shutters, contact us today to find the Eclipse dealer that’s closest to you.

French Door Shutters

French Door Shutters

French doors are beautiful additions to any home. Whether you choose interior or exterior french doors, your decor will benefit greatly. They add a touch of simple elegance to any doorway in the home. The only issue with having french doors is the lack of privacy inherent with this style – as they are paned with glass instead of constructed with solid wood. If you’re looking for a way to keep the beauty without sacrificing privacy, consider adding shutters to your French Doors.

Types of French Door Shutters

Eclipse® Shutters offers two tilt options for French Door shutters: Tilt Bar and Clearview® hidden rear tilt operating systems. The Tilt Bar system allows you to fully open or close the louvers in a moment using the tilt bar located on the front center of each panel. These tilt bars allow the louvers to be closed tightly in both directions and eliminates the need for staples or gears. If you’d prefer a completely unobstructed view, then you should try the Clearview® system. This system works with no center tilt-bar so you can see your beautiful views or just watch the kids play in the back yard. The Clearview® system works much the same as the normal Tilt Bar, but the system is hidden on the back hinge side of the panel. These shutters have a very clean and contemporary look, which make them great additions to the contemporary home. Both the Tilt Bar and Clearview operating systems are offered in 2 1/2″ and 3 1/2″ louver sizes for French Doors.

Color Options for French Door Shutters

Our French Door shutters are available in three neutral colors to match any color scheme or home decor. You can choose to get your shutters in cotton, pearl or vanilla. Cotton is the lightest of the three colors, pearl is a beautiful off-white and vanilla has just a hint of taupe. No matter which color you choose, these shutters are going to make a beautiful and elegant addition to your home. Check out our design options to get an idea of which color will work best with your home design. Interested in using shutters on your french doors too? We’ve got plenty of options to choose from. Contact Eclipse Shutters today for more information.

10 Design Tips for a Chic Nursery

10 Design Tips for a Chic Nursery

As with all other rooms in your house, the baby nursery is always expected to be chic. You’ll be spending a lot of time in the nursery, so make sure you design it for both you and baby. To start you off, here are 10 design tips to help you achieve a sophisticated, yet functional nursery:

  1. Choose a color scheme.
    Before starting on any decorations for your nursery, it is always important to choose your color scheme first. This will make it easier to put together your nursery in style. What colors do you want as your main colors? Give your nursery a designer look by having splashes of bold colors that contrast beautifully with your main colors. Be it in a rug or rocking chair, nothing says chic like a well-thought-out color scheme.
  2. Get creative with a fun wallpaper full of patterns.
    Due to the major increase of sophisticated forms of home décor, wallpaper is now available in a variety of patterns, colors and textures. Choose a fun pattern for your nursery as a great way to add some depth to your style and cover up the boring white walls.
  3. Add an overhead light.
    Nothing ruins good décor like bad lighting. Try out a unique overhead light piece for a sophisticated look for your nursery. This should also be placed strategically to light up the nursery at the right angle and showcase your beautiful colors without being too bright for baby.
  4. Bring in an element of playfulness with an oversized stuffed animal.
    Keep the room casual and playful with an oversized stuffed animal. Not only will your child love it but it’s a great way to draw attention to the room.
  5. Use fun letters and words as wall art.
    Fun letters and words look beautiful when placed in a nursery. Not only are they great to help your child learn, but also look amazing as wall art. Check out Pinterest for DIY ideas or buy from kitschy sites like Etsy.
  6. Give horizontal stripes a try.
    You can never go wrong when it comes to decorating with horizontal stripes. They add a playful atmosphere to any dull space. Consider mixing it up with different pops of bold color and watch as your nursery transforms.
  7. Highlight one wall that will serve as an accent wall.
    You need not break the bank creating an accent wall in your nursery. Choose one wall to highlight and use playful colors or wallpaper art to create your own accent wall. Accent walls are a fun addition to the room, as they create uniqueness to your nursery design.
  8. Get a chic, soft rug.
    Choose a rug that is both beautiful and functional. Choose a rug that will be soft enough for baby but not so delicate that it can’t be walked on or cleaned easily.
  9. Accessorize the room with cute baby clothes.
    This is a great way to have your nursery looking cute all day every day. Make use of the baby clothes and hang them strategically at one place in your nursery.
  10. Choose your window treatments wisely.
    When considering window treatments for a nursery, safety and being easy to clean should be top priorities. shutters are the best option for a nursery as they are child-safe, and they can be easily cleaned to keep dirt and dust out of the room.

At Eclipse Shutters, we provide beautiful shutters that can be seamlessly incorporated into your nursery design. The health and aesthetic benefits of shutters can’t be beat. Contact us today at Eclipse Shutters for more information.

Alternative Uses for Your Shutters

Alternative Uses for Your Shutters

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

How Shutters Can Completely Transform Your Home

How Shutters Can Completely Transform Your Home

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.

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Eclipse Shutters

10 Things You Didn’t Know About Eclipse Shutters

With more than two decades of experience and expertise in the custom shutter industry, our products have been delivered and installed in thousands of homes throughout the country.

In that time, we have established ourselves as the best-selling shutter in North America. Below are other facts about Eclipse Shutters of which you may not know.

Get to Know Us Better

  1. Our  shutters are waterproof. This makes them the ideal choice in kitchens and bathrooms or in any other high-moisture areas in your home or place of business.
  2. They are washable. You can easily maintain their fresh look by cleaning with soap and water – no need to use fancy or expensive cleaning agents.
  3. Our products are incredibly durable and well-designed. You can install them in high-traffic areas (daycare centers, hospital and hotel lobbies, etc.) fully confident that they will stand up to the rigors of daily use.
  4. We offer an unlimited 25-year warranty, a guarantee that is unrivaled by any other company in the industry.
  5. Modern innovations coupled with skilled workmanship allow us to offer the fastest delivery times to our customers.
  6. Your custom interior shutters will be produced in seven business days or less without taking any shortcuts or compromising their quality and durability.
  7. We can accommodate all windows sizes and shapes. Our products are custom-made to fit your home; no matter what type of windows you have, there’s an Eclipse  interior shutter that will match it perfectly.
  8. Our shutters are designed for child safety and are Greenguard® Gold Certified for use in schools, nurseries and other establishments with very young children.
  9. Microbial- and fungal-resistant, our custom shutters are ideal for hospitals and nursing homes. Along with observing sensible hygienic practices, our shutters can help prevent the build-up of germs and other air-borne pollutants that can threaten people with chronic health conditions. This can be especially important if you have a frail family member residing with you.
  10. Our interior shutters for windows are incredibly energy efficient. They help prevent treated (hot or cold) air from escaping your home as well as prevent untreated outside air from entering. This means your heating or cooling system will use less energy to maintain the ideal indoor temperature in your home. This translates to lower utility bills over time.

Our top-quality indoor shutters come from some of the finest licensed fabricators all over the country. Thousands of dealers trust and carry our products. Our long-time partners can be found in countries as distant as Malaysia or simply across the Atlantic in the United Kingdom. If you are interested in beautiful and long-lasting shutters, contact us today to find a dealer in your area.