WHAT IS A CALIFORNIA SHUTTER?
California shutters are custom made wooden window shades designed specifically for homes built prior to 1990. They offer privacy while providing natural light control. California shutters work like blinds but provide greater energy efficiency and protection against fading.
WHY USE CALIFORNIA SHUTTERS?
There are many benefits of installing California shutters:
• Privacy Control: When closed California Shutters block outside views without affecting indoor lighting. They allow homeowners to enjoy sunlight and view outdoors while still maintaining privacy inside.
• Energy Efficiency: By blocking up to 90% of the sun’s rays, California shutters help reduce heating costs in winter months. They also protect furniture, rugs, art and other valuable items during hot weather seasons.
• Protection Against Fading & Damage: Unlike curtains which must be removed each day for cleaning, California shutters stay protected from dust mites, humidity and dirt while offering complete shade.
HOW TO INSTALL THEM?
When installed properly, California shutters can last 20 years or longer. However, they should be cleaned and maintained every six to 12 months depending upon weather conditions. Cleaning California shutters is similar to vacuuming carpets. Simply sweep or vacuum them daily, removing loose debris and wiping down the frames. For additional maintenance information please call us toll free @ 855-895-4287
OUR GUARANTEE: We guarantee our products will perform well for 10 Years or 100000 Shuts whichever comes first. All shutters sold through this website come with our lifetime warranty. If you experience any problems after purchase and install, simply bring back your shutters for repair/replacement and receive full credit towards another pair of shutters for no cost (subject to availability).

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Wintergarden.org will be publishing this series every few months starting midyear until early summer 2020. These posts will provide detailed information concerning the following topics:
California Shutter Window Installation Trends & Tips
Window Frame Wood Selection Tips
Best Color Palettes For Your New California Shutter Installations
How To Select A Good Paintable Finish Option
And Other Topics Of Interest To Those Looking At Purchasing Or Replacing Their Current Existing Windows
We hope these articles help homeowners get inspired for their next home improvement project, whether replacing windows or adding shutters to existing projects. We invite you to check back often as we continue to offer insight into how California shutters work together with other aspects of window framing design and construction.
In each post below, I talk briefly about our industry standards regarding materials used for each type of finish or coating material option, paintability considerations, color selection tips, and other relevant details and specifics. Please keep checking back frequently for updates. I’ll try my best to answer any questions as they come along. If you’d like me to cover something specific please contact us via email ([email protected]).

Here’s what I promise you: When you buy shutters from Shutterboys online store, I guarantee you will get the following benefits.
1. 100% satisfaction guaranteed
2. Your order shipped or hand delivered in 24 hours
3. Professional installers from local area available to help you through each step of the DIY project
4. Full color catalog detailing products including design ideas, photos and descriptions, plus many other options (available only from Shutterboys)
5. All products made in USA; most items ship FAST!!! Within 1 week!! From my experience this is true..I personally receive orders 7days per week during peak season, usually 3 days after making them. They usually go out same day/next business day. For those who like quick delivery, they definitely have great customer service support staff (phone & email). Many people love how fast shipping takes place. And it’s always on top quality materials.
6. Every shutter ordered includes FREE SHIPPING anywhere in US! Shipping normally take 5-7 working days in transit time depending upon your state location. Free freight does include some handling charges but still quite cheap ($35-$50 bucks)! We charge $15 per door for delivery fee. If possible, we would prefer having someone pick your shipment while inside your home instead of leaving it outside unattended because weather conditions affect opening and closing time. However, customers are welcome to arrange delivery themselves. Please note though that door sizes matter. Door heights range from 16″ ~ 20 ½ ” tall. A good rule of thumb is that bigger doors mean higher cost due to additional freight charges required to deliver larger sized doors versus smaller sized ones which could be moved easily around the house. So keep in mind to check with Shutterboys first before ordering large size doors for big rooms! Also remember that heavier weight doors can cause damage to floors which can be costly especially if left unattended.
7. Each shingle is measured before packaging & packing with strong tape. No need to worry about getting mismatched pieces together since every single piece is numbered (every shingles ID # starting with 000 in random order). We try our best to package these numbers properly onto labels.

Our mission is simple; to provide every homeowner, designer, builder and contractor who needs California shutters an affordable solution for indoor/outdoor protection through quality construction, innovation and service. We focus solely on custom made wooden windows & doors because they offer unique benefits including superior insulation, sound reduction, privacy enhancement, fire resistance, durability, energy efficiency, and many other advantages
Nowadays most homeowners invest in exterior window treatment products like shades, blinds, drapes, curtains, louvers and screens, but these devices only protect the inside view of the space behind them while leaving the outside views bare.
However, some people like an uninterrupted view of the outdoors with no obstructions blocking their sight lines. For those people, installing outdoor shade solutions helps enhance their overall property value by providing sheltering coverage from hot sunrays during summertime.
Another advantage of having an area covered in shade is being able to enjoy the natural environment without worrying about getting burnt due to high temperatures or harsh sunlight.
California weather patterns vary greatly depending on seasons. During summer months, sunshine hours increase drastically leading to dangerous heat levels which could be damaging for plants and trees as well as wildlife living near water bodies. When there is a sudden drop in temperature accompanied by strong windy conditions, Californians need protective measures against falling branches and limbs that pose risks when hit by careless passersby.
Winter brings heavy snowfall bringing along huge amounts of precipitation, causing landslides and flooding issues which threaten life and damage properties. So protecting homes from storms becomes necessary. Outdoor windows and glass units equipped with solar screening is a great way to keep your home safe from the ravages of winter climate changes. Solar shading reduces glare and keeps unwanted light away from the internal rooms thereby minimizing the risk of overheating which leads to serious health problems among kids and pets indoors. Besides keeping them warm during winter nights.
Having proper ventilation systems installed in homes improves air quality inside spaces especially in areas prone to smoke and fumes from cooking food or burning candles. A ventilated kitchen creates cool spaces conducive enough for people working efficiently. Ventilation will help remove harmful odors created naturally by humans or produced artificially by heating equipment, cooking foods and household appliances.

California shutters are available in many different styles, colors and designs. If you’re ready to update your home for winter, then check out these ideas below for great ways to bring warmth and comfort inside your home this upcoming season in 2020/21.
If you’re considering replacing some windows with custom made California shutters, consider getting them installed professionally instead of doing DIY projects yourself. This will save you plenty of hassle and potential problems down the road. Plus, professional installers should be able to advise you on the perfect size window to fit your space perfectly while saving you thousands of dollars along the way.
Another big plus, installing shutters properly could help reduce energy bills during the warmer months of spring, summer, fall, and winter. They keep heat in without blocking sunlight which prevents overheating indoors during hot weather and keeps the house cooler by keeping cool air flowing in through the bottom of doors and windows. Additionally, they help block cold drafts coming through the same openings.
To find the right set and style for your needs, visit your nearest Shutter Guys store near you and take advantage of free measuring service with no obligation. For more information about the benefits of having shutters, click here.

Wood California shutters tend to be less expensive than vinyl California shutters; however, they lack insulation value during cold winters while still being able to keep heat out during warmer months. Since they are typically solid wood, they will shrink slightly each spring which could cause misalignment issues if not properly installed; thus making them almost impossible to adjust. That said not only are wooden shutters beautiful but highly functional as well.
Vinyl California shutters are made from PVC plastic composite material that offers long term high quality maintenance and durability. Also unlike their traditional counterparts, vinyl California shutters can easily be adjusted without tools, making installation easier and faster. However, they offer no insulation whatsoever meaning that winter temperatures pass through and warm summer weather passes right through these shutters on hot days — leading many homeowners to install energy efficient window treatments like custom draperies instead. Another drawback to vinyl shutters is that they often use adhesives and solvents in manufacturing which makes them potentially toxic to humans.
So should I go Vinyl? Well, it really depends on your needs. If you live in Southern California then perhaps vinyl would serve you better since these products are readily available everywhere, allowing for quick and painless installations. On the other hand, if you live somewhere else, this type of construction isn’t always found locally due to cost, availability, climate differences and labor laws. So again, it’s mostly just a matter of choice and how big/small your project is. We recommend going with either way depending on preference, budget & situation. But remember, once you buy something, you get stuck with it unless you take drastic measures and try changing things around yourself. No warranties either!! ?
To help narrow down my options…
1st Choice(wood California Shutters), 4th Place (Vanity Shutters) 3rd place winner was actually not even a California Shutter Company; we had 2nd Place, but unfortunately couldn’t ship because 1st Place won. ??❤️

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When installing shutters, be prepared to spend some serious cash. If you decide to go DIY, be ready to pay hundreds or thousands if hiring someone else. We suggest calling professional installers and taking advantage of special promotions like rebates and discount incentives. In most cases you will save quite a bit of money this way. Most contractors use quality materials and take care to minimize damage to your home or property in order to get your approval. Be specific regarding requirements including window sills and walls thicknesses which they should measure prior to ordering material. They must provide written contract estimates too. Some states mandate them so ask ahead of time if it applies to where you live.
If you would prefer to go the DIY route, read these tips first.

Google Chrome Extension Development For Beginners: Getting Started & Basics
We recommend starting a Google Chrome extension project without knowing anything about programming languages because it gives you a lot of freedom to focus only on building functionality without worrying about backend issues. But just keep reading until the end as well since after doing some tutorials you may find yourself wondering why certain things did not work while others seem to work fine and you could really benefit from knowing some fundamentals beforehand.
First step is getting your development environment setup correctly and then moving onto writing JavaScript.
Getting Set Up Your Environment
Before going further I highly recomment setting up a VirtualBox VM running Ubuntu 18.04 LTS x86_64 architecture as your main development machine. We chose Ubuntu simply due to familiarity but any linux distro will suffice, however if you intend on deploying this extension to production environments please ensure you follow security guidelines outlined below.
To complete this tutorial you’ll also need nodejs installed which can easily be found through Node Version Manager NVM(https://github.com/nvm-sh/nvm). Once you have it downloaded you’ll next download chrome via the package manager.
sudo npm i –save googlechrome
Afterwards navigate to wherever you wish to develop and run the following command in terminal so you can see if everything is working correctly.

I was talking to some friends recently who had just been doing research for installing shutters around this time last fall/winter, and they said “There isn’t really anything special about buying shutters during this season. If I’m considering investing in them for my home, my first priority should be knowing whether it makes sense for me to invest in them while the weather gets cold again next spring.”. Sure, that sounds reasonable — but it’s true, no matter what season you buy your shutters. A lot goes into deciding which ones will work best for you, and many factors like climate, style preferences, building materials, aesthetic design needs, project cost considerations, personal preference / lifestyle, window size & configuration, and energy efficiency requirements must be considered together. Here’s why buying shutters today won’t necessarily save you $$$ next spring… And because those things aren’t always crystal clear, especially since you need to consider many variables, it can get confusing quickly. So, if you find yourself asking these questions, then chances are good you need help planning ahead, or you simply haven’t found reliable answers yet. We hope you’ll use our comprehensive guide and checklist below to keep everything organized as well as possible. I encourage you to take advantage of our service offerings to help simplify the entire decision making process and avoid unnecessary rework after install. You could end up saving hundreds of dollars! Our team of custom shutter experts can customize each product and provide professional assistance including consultation, technical support, and quality assurance throughout the California Shuttering experience. As we often repeat with clients, please contact us if you’d like to schedule a visit to see one of our showrooms located near Oakland, CA, San Jose, CA, Walnut Creek, Santa Rosa, Carmichael, Fresno, Modesto, Tracy, Stockton, Bakersfield, Chico, Sacramento, Davis, Los Angeles, Claremont, Pasadena and beyond. All images copyright Shutterstock 2020. All designs are subject to approval unless otherwise specified. Product options and pricing vary per region. Please call 888-814-7365 for details.
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Today people have changed their home decor habits and started installing motorized window coverings which helps them enjoy outdoor living space during winter season without having to worry about heating bills. These motorized shutters will help you stay comfortable inside while getting sunlight outside. They offer protection against sun rays that increase energy costs during summer months but provide privacy during cold winters.
In this post I’m going to talk about some key considerations for selecting the perfect motorized shade system for windows, including benefits of automated shades like these, how they work, design choices, color options and tips/recommendations for buying and setting yours up. And remember, you can buy just about anything online nowadays and still get it delivered locally from Shutter Boys stores nationwide, so we always recommend ordering online first thing and picking up from your closest store location. But you should be aware that sometimes shipping times can vary considerably depending upon your locale, making a few days difference to waiting for your shipment, especially if you order large quantities.
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We live in Southern California and have had a great experience working with the Window Guru team. We got quotes quickly and efficiently, ordered our custom windows promptly and received them exactly like promised. Installation went smoothly, the entire crew was well trained and extremely professional. Our friends who saw us installing were shocked; they commented on how nice it looked and couldn’t believe we picked WindowsGuru because they thought ours would cost twice as much. Needless to say, they’re our personal window installer buddies. If you want quality custom replacement windows installed correctly, call Window GURU!! Thanks everyone for helping us bring life back to our house!!!
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Window Guru provided high quality and reasonably priced replacement vinyl screens.

In this post I discuss some interesting facts about window treatments which will help homeowners decide whether they should consider installing shutters or blinds, or both, during next season. As always, I also cover our most popular styles and materials including premium woods like mahogany, walnut, redwood, cedar & fir; aluminum, copper, brass, steel, plastic, vinyl and fiberglass options plus hardware finishes of brushed nickel, chrome, bronze/bronze, gold leaf or black powder coat. We provide everything necessary to complete installations from measuring windows to preparing siding, removing existing trim and painting framing members of your home or condo prior to construction of your shutters for proper alignment.
SHUTTERS ARE NOT JUST FOR RESIDENTIAL HOMES ANYMORE
We sell residential, commercial and patio / decking products in addition to custom projects as well. Our sales office is located near beautiful Lake Tahoe where we design many different types of home additions in various sizes ranging from small sunroom extensions through garage expansions or full house additions, and patio covers / decks. Our customer service team is available 7 days a week via phone and email so we can be contacted anytime, day or night.
If you would still prefer to call us toll free at 877 766 4376, please feel free to use the contact form below. We promise to get back to you promptly.
Thank you for reading!
-John Riddle Founder & President Shutter Boys®
WE KNOW HOW TO DO WINDOWS RIGHT
For those who want to install high quality plantation style shutters, we offer a 2 year warranty on labor and parts; 3 years on premium wooden slats. All other brands in general only offer 1 year warranties on these same items. The reason why Shutter Boys offers a higher level of reliability than competitors, despite offering a competitive price point, is because our customers come first. At Shutter Brothers, we care deeply about our relationships with our clientele, and that commitment extends beyond just providing quality products, but includes being responsive to each individual situation, addressing concerns early and making things easier for them going forward. That’s something no big box store is capable of doing.

In this post, I will be discussing some of my favorite things about these shutters. But first, lets get started on installing them in a winter garden home.
First thing’s first; we’re talking about the best California shutters here. These are premium products made in America and shipped directly to homes nationwide. So if you live anywhere else but California you won’t find our shutters on Amazon, Walmart, Target, Lowe’s…or any other retailer. We’re only available through our website www.shutterboyswintergardens.us and our customer service team. And since they ship direct to customers they arrive faster than anyone else. Our shutters come fully assembled so there’s no cutting required, just unpack and hang. They’ll be ready for use in less than 30 minutes after receiving them, which makes us the quickest shipping company in the industry. If you’ve ever installed shutters before then you probably already knew all of those reasons why they work great for the average homeowner who wants quality windows without spending big bucks. For me though, it was always the design. When my wife bought her home she wanted to install shutters because she loved the idea of having beautiful custom window coverings in every single part of the house. The problem is most people aren’t aware of the benefits of shutters and just assume that the old boring wood blinds they had in high school still provide adequate protection against harsh weather conditions and privacy. Well, not anymore. Shutter boys’ California Shutters offer many unique options like our exclusive “Luxury” design series that offers a modern yet classy touch to any home. Or, our popular line of “Prairie Series” that adds warmth to your home, while providing great views from the inside.
We also offer several different types of materials like vinyl, aluminum and composite. Each material offers something slightly different. Vinyl is the cheapest, easiest way to customize your shutters and comes in a wide assortment of colors and finishes. Aluminum is a little pricier, but comes with a variety of color choices and styles. Composite is the most expensive, but comes in a ton of color combinations including black, white and grey.