January 2020 - McNeill Palm

Decorating Do’s and Don’ts with Plantation Window Shutters

April 21, 2023January 27, 2020 by McNeill Palm Team

After plantation window shutters in Santa Rosa Beach, FL have been installed in your home, there are some things that you should and shouldn’t do with them to when you decorating.

How to Pair Plantation Shutters With Curtains

Plantation shutters can be paired with curtains in a number of ways. The most important thing to consider is the overall look you are trying to achieve. If you want a more formal look, then pairing plantation shutters with curtains in a complementary color will give you that effect. For a more casual look, you can try mixing and matching different colors and patterns. There are endless possibilities when it comes to pairing plantation shutters with curtains, so have fun and experiment until you find the perfect combination for your home.

One of the things that you can do is use curtains with your plantation window shutters. Adding curtains to plantation window shutters creates a stylish and modern combination that looks great. However, the key to successfully pairing curtains with plantation window shutters is making sure that you select the best type of curtain and that you place your curtains so that you get optimal use out of your plantation window shutters.

Panel curtains work best with plantation window shutters. The best place to place panel curtains is beside the windows so that they don’t interfere with closing and opening your plantation shutters. You should also install tiebacks for the curtains so that you can move them completely out of the way of the plantation window shutters when you are not using the curtains.

However, it’s important to understand that you don’t need to use curtains with plantation window shutters. Plantation window shutters are stylish and classy enough to stand on their own as a beautiful element of a room’s décor.

When you decide to have plantation window shutters installed in your home, decide which rooms would work best to have them as part of your décor’s theme. It’s important to remember that if you choose to have plantation window shutters installed on one window in a room, then all the other windows in that room should also have plantation window shutters installed.

Since plantation window shutters create a stunning interior and exterior look to your home, you might want to have them installed on all the windows in the front of your home to add to the curb appeal and to create a uniform look from the outside of your home.

Another decorating guideline for having plantation window shutters installed is to decide how you want them mounted on the window. Plantation window shutters can be mounted inside or outside the window frame. When they are mounted inside the window frame, they create a cleaner look (and they work well to add insulation to the window). However, some windows may have a frame that is too small to accommodate inside mounting, so you will need to have the plantation window shutters mounted outside the window frame.

Another decorating consideration with plantation window shutters is the type of material that is used in the construction of the shutters. Wood plantation window shutters offer a timeless classic look, whether the wood is natural or painted (they can be painted in just about any color you choose).

However, in climates (or rooms) where humidity is high most of the time, wood plantation window shutters should not be used. That is because wood is susceptible to moisture absorption and can warp and get damaged over time. Plantation window shutters, fortunately, are manufactured with several different types of materials that are moisture-resistant and that hold up well for a very long time. These materials include polysatin and faux wood, among others.

As you use plantation window shutters as an element in your décor, you will need to decide whether you want them with or without a divider rail. Divider rails separate the panels of the shutters, so that you can open the top and bottom panels independently of each other. Divider rails also add strength to the window shutter. However, many people like the seamless look of plantation window shutters without the divider rail.

If you’d like learn more about plantation window shutters in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, you can talk with our knowledgeable team at McNeill Palm. You can visit our showroom at 655 Grand Blvd Ste 106D, Miramar Beach, FL 32250, or you can contact us at (850) 613-6228.

Plantation Shutters FAQs

What type of curtains complement plantation shutters?

There are a few different types of curtains that can complement plantation shutters nicely. Solid-colored or patterned curtains in a light fabric can add a touch of softness and color to the room, while still allowing the shutters to be the main focal point. If you want a more dramatic look, darker-colored or heavier-weight.

Are plantation shutters better than curtains?

Plantation shutters are a classic choice for a reason. They provide excellent light control and can be customized to fit any window size or shape. Plus, they offer a timeless look that can complement any home decor style.

Can I use curtains with plantation shutters?

If you’re considering plantation shutters for your windows, you may be wondering if you can still use curtains. The answer is yes! Plantation shutters can actually be a great complement to curtains, and can even help enhance the look of your window treatments.

Why Choose Cordless Window Blinds?

April 21, 2023January 20, 2020 by McNeill Palm Team

Cordless window blinds in Panama City Beach, FL are a common choice among homeowners because they are so versatile and they offer so many advantages in their homes. Why should you choose cordless window blinds?

Cordless window blinds are opened and closed by simply using raising or lowering the bottom rail of the blinds, which eliminates the typical corded operation that we associate with window blinds. Cordless window blinds can be incorporated into any home décor and they are an excellent window treatment solution for most of the windows in your home.

One reason why you should choose cordless window blinds is because they are a childproofing solution for your home. Whether you have small children of your own or you have grandchildren who spend a lot of time at your home, the safety of your home for these little ones are always paramount.

You’ve likely already childproofed your stairs, your electrical outlets, and your cabinets and pantries to keep these little ones safe, but you may not have thought about your window blinds. Corded window blinds can be tempting for children to play with and play in, but they present a danger in that small children can get tangled up in them and can be seriously injured or killed because they get strangled by the cords.

The American Academy of Pediatrics (APA) recommends that only cordless window blinds be used in bedrooms and nurseries where children will be playing. This is even more critical for children who are between six months and one year old, since the cords on corded window blinds are easy for them to reach.

In the last 25 years or so, almost 200 deaths among children have been attributed to corded window blinds. In the same time period, almost 17,000 children have been injured by corded window blinds.

Cordless window blinds eliminate this danger while giving you the same versatility and ease of use of window blinds.

Another reason why you should choose cordless window blinds is that they will be considered the standard type of window blinds you should get for your home (homeowners can still purchase corded window blinds, but they are recommended only for homes where just adults will be).

Because of the safety issues that corded window blinds present for children – and pets – the window blinds industry has initiated a “Best for Kids” campaign that educates homeowners about why cordless window blinds are the safest type of window blinds to use in homes where children are.

Cordless window blinds also can be controlled using a remote or smart technology, which makes them an excellent choice for homes where people with limited mobility, such as disabled or elderly people, live. Remote operation using a control button or smart technology makes cordless window blinds easier to raise and lower.

A final reason why you should choose cordless window blinds is because they give your home a much more modern look than corded window blinds. They offer a nice clean and stylish look because there are no components that show and no cords that dangle. They come in many colors, so they can be a complementary addition to the existing colors in a room or they can be a contrasting color that brings a highlight to the room.

If you’d like to learn more about cordless window blinds in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, you can speak with our experienced staff at McNeill Palm. You can come to our showroom at 655 Grand Blvd Ste 106D, Miramar Beach, FL 32250, or you can call us at (850) 613-6228.

How to Decorate Your Home Office

April 21, 2023January 13, 2020 by McNeill Palm Team

Choosing a window covering in Panama City Beach, FL is one of the things you’ll need to do when you set up and decorate your home office. Many companies now allow employees to telecommute from home one or two days a week, while other companies allow their employees to work remotely fulltime. And, of course, there are always those times when you may need to take work home to work on it.

Having a dedicated space in your home for your home office is one of the keys to being more productive when you’re working from home. But, while this space is an office, you’ll still want to decorate it in a way that makes it pleasing for you to be in and that accommodates the special needs you may have while you’re working.

One of the things that will make your home office more inviting to work in is natural color. Adding flowering plants and vibrant green plants will give your home office a lot of color that can lift your spirits and make it easier to sit down and tackle that big project that you’ve been putting off. Having plants in your office can also help purify the air and help you breathe better, since plants produce the oxygen our bodies use to enrich our blood cells and keep the creative juices of our brains flowing.

Make your office appealing by giving it a creative look and feel. Instead of just having a plain desk and plain chair put in a room as an afterthought. Think about what kinds of things will help elevate the feel of the room. Perhaps you love paintings or sketches. Use these to tastefully decorate the walls so that you have beautiful things to inspire you in those moments when you are looking for creative solutions for your work.

Use rugs and lamps to personalize your home office so that it becomes a comfortable space for you to tackle work in and to get more work done, especially if you’re working with tight deadlines (that should be the scenario you have in mind when you choose these accessories).

Set up your office so that everything is organized in a way that makes it easiest for you to work. Use organizational accessories that ensure that you have the items you use most often near you so you don’t have to get up and down to get things you regularly use. Label everything so you know exactly what is where.

Get the right lighting for your office. Consider the technology that you use regularly and make sure your lighting doesn’t create a glare or doesn’t cause you to have to strain to look at screens or read documents. Bright lights can be hard on your eyes if you have work under them for hours at a time and fluorescent lights may make you tired or may give you headaches. Lighting fixtures with bulbs that approximate natural light.

Finally, make sure that you can bring as much or as little sunlight into your office through the windows in the room. Window shades are a great way to manage natural sunlight because if you don’t want any outside light in the room, lowered window shades will prevent that. If you want a little sunlight coming in, you can raise window shades up in increments to get just the right amount of light. If you want full sunlight, then you can completely raise the window shades.

If you’d like learn more about choosing a window covering in Santa Rosa Beach, FL, you can talk with our knowledgeable team at McNeill Palm. You can visit our showroom at 655 Grand Blvd Ste 106D, Miramar Beach, FL 32250, or you can contact us at (850) 613-6228.