Shutter BoysCondo shutters in Waltham
Condos in Waltham
54% of Waltham's homes are in buildings of two or more units. Renters live in 50% of homes.
In Waltham, July averages a high of 85.1°F and January a low of 18.2°F, about 15 days a year reach 90°F, 139 nights fall at or below freezing, and 49.4 inches of precipitation falls in a typical year.
In Newton, 4 miles away, 38% of homes are apartments or condos, 16 points fewer than here.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020–2024; NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020. Daylight and sun height: calculated from the city’s latitude.
Condensation in winter
With 139 freezing nights a year, condo glass gets cold. Open the louvers on cold days so warm air reaches the glass, and wipe the sill if moisture collects.
Renting
Shutters screw into the frame, so ask your landlord first. Taking them down later leaves only screw holes to fill.
Building rules
Most HOA and building rules are about what shows from outside: often white or off-white facing the glass. Check yours before ordering a colour, and book the elevator for delivery and install day.
| Feature | Poplar shutters (ours) | Zebra blinds | Roller shades |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear view | Swing or slide the panels open | Roll it up | Roll it up |
| Cords | None | Usually a chain or cord | Usually a chain or cord |
| Light and privacy together | Tilt the louvers | Offset the stripes | Sheer fabric only |
| Cost | More | Usually less | Usually less |
Where our shutters fit
Every Shutter Boys shutter is made from solid American poplar to the measurements you take, then shipped to Waltham for you to fit. A mounting frame and bypass or bifold layouts are in the designer for window walls and balcony doors.
The designer shows the price of each window as you add it, in US dollars.
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Price your windows
Pick your look once, add every window, and see each one drawn and priced. Send it to us and we reply with your quote.