Category Archives: Shutters

Stained Wood Shutters

Design Ideas, Shutters

Stained wood shutters are this week’s  “Job of the Week”  here at Villa Blind and Shutters.  

These shutters are from Norman Shutters, and are their Normandy Wood Shutters Series.  There are a very large number of stains to choose from.  Cathy felt the match was  pretty close to her kitchen cabinets.  And her daughter wanted a Black color, which turned out pretty nice with her Burnt Red walls.

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Here are a few more Design ideas using Stains and interesting colors from our Photo Gallery.  So consider using stains and colors for your wood plantation shutters.   Read More.

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Stained Wood Shutters

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Please give Villa a call today for your In Home Design Consultation at 951-847-7708.

 

Shutter Design Options

Design Ideas, Shutters

Shutter design is a process.  At Villa Blind and Shutter we call choosing from the many options a Shutter Design Process, because we take you literally through every choice available and offer suggestions for your particular Window opening.  Every house is different.

Choosing the right frame is one of your most important choices.  Today I want to explain the Frame we recommend when you have beautiful window casings on your window, and want the shutter to be inside of those beautiful casings.

The solution is a Hang Strip, as shown below.  See the view from the front photo., looks great.   No frame at all showing.  Many dealers suggest simply hinging  directly to the window jamb and utilizing a light block directly behind the panels.  That works if the window opening is perfectly square.  But using the Hang strips to hinge from offers a better solution because you can make adjustments for those out of square window openings.

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These Photos are of the Norman Shutters on display at the Showroom in Santa Fe Springs.  You are invited to come to the showroom on appointment only from a Norman Certified Dealer, like Villa Blind and Shutter.

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Norman Shutter Certification

Blinds, Shades, Shutters,

 

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Norman Shutter Certification by Norman Window Fashions, is a new Dealer Program recently launched, and Villa Designers were there, and are now Norman Certified.

What that means to you the consumer is that you will be receiving the best possible designs, installations and pricing.  These photos below were taken Tuesday from the new Santa Fe Springs Showroom, which is now open to the public by invitation from a Certified dealer, like Villa Blind and Shutter.  An appointment is needed as the Villa Sales person needs to show you around and make certain a training class is not in progress.

 

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Shutter Dealers

Shutters

Shutter Dealers in Corona come in all shapes and  sizes,  By that I mean in a vast variety of business models and size, licenses,  the products offered and their price points, as well as  time in business.

So let this be an About Us Page, (Read More )…….with a little more narrative on the subject.

  • First we like many others are a Shop-At-Home business model where we Bring the Showroom to you.  Our van has all the Hand Samples and Color Books.  Saving our cost of a Showroom saves you money.
  • We have a State Contractors License, which is required by California State Law.  Working without one  is illegal.  Many dealers are working illegally.
  • Collecting tax is required as well.  We call these dealers without a Board of Equalization Sellers Permit Trunk Slammers!  They are here today and gone tomorrow.  Good luck getting warranty service from them.
  • Installer Certifications.  We are Certified as Master Installers from HunterDouglas and Norman Window Fashions.  It is not hard to do a great installation if you know what you’re doing.
  • Quality Products.  When we opened our doors in 2008 we offered 14 product lines.  Now after 8 years in business we know where the best Values are, not the lowest price, but the best quality mixed with low price.  That is what you want  is it not.
  • Best in Customer Service.  We answer our phone, even in the evening.  You want to talk to people, not leave messages.  We are proud of our customer satisfaction, we fix any issues that might come up.
  • Great Pricing.  Businesses needs profit to stay in business, but fair and competitive pricing is what we offer.  And no games, we show you how we get to the price by breaking everything down for you.

 

Wood Shutters

Shutters

Wood Shutters or Not Wood Shutters, that is the question I get every day here at Villa Blind and Shutter.  Let’s talk about that question, all the for’s and against.  Both sides are equal in most people’s mind, so we will start by saying a great company should offer both, which we do.  In our Shutter Design process we show both panel samples, the Wood (also called the Basswood) and the Composite (also called Hybrid) so that you can see, touch and feel each.

The Onyx Basswood Plantation Shutter Vs. the Norman Woodlore Shutters.  Both are like young children to me, I love them both equally.  I can only make comments and help you determine the best material for you and your home.  Some customers have made these comments on the finish.  The Onyx with its beautiful painted finish has a high gloss look that is smooth and looks like fine furniture.  On the other side people often say the Norman Woodlore has a coating that looks less shiny, they like the dullness.

One thing is certain, you will not see the difference Online looking at Photos.  Invite a Villa Designer over for a Free IN-Home Design Process and written Estimate.  And put some coffee on, I like mine Black.

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Shutter Design

Design Ideas, Shutters

Shutter Design is a very important part of your shutter experience and overall satisfaction.  Your Designer is responsible for everything from materials, mounting options, panel configurations, color and most importantly the manufacturer of your new shutters.

We know all the shutter companies explain the basics to you.  Louver sizes and how many panels are the first decisions offered to you.  From there many designers just do the same thing over and over, without considerations that you may need to know.

This article will not make you an expert, nor is it trying to.  Instead we want to warn you of some common mistakes.  Villa offers a Shutter Design Process to cover all your options.

Common Mistake #1

  • Using four panels when two could be used.  For those windows 58″ to 72″ the choice between two and four panels need a little consideration.  The negative of using 4 panels is that the sides of the panels, called Stiles, create a 4 inch Vertical blockage of light and view through.  This can be easily avoided by using 2 panels.  Many times composite and vinyl shutters can not be made 36 inches, so your designer will tell you that you have to go 4 panels on this window.  Well, not with  Basswood.Shutters samples
  • This is a perfect example of how great a two Panel can look, not busy like the four panel right above.  Our Basswood shutter can go up to 48 inches is width!
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    Onyx Basswood Shutter in Newport Beach

    Common Mistake #2

  • The Traditional look of shutters can be outdated.  The Standard Tilt Bar can be improved  on by the Hidden Tilt, as seen above.  Also, splitting the top and bottom louvers is a great innovation.  We call this a SPLIT HIDDEN TILT.

Shutter Design

Great feature when Privacy is needed!

Shutter Design is Villa’s specialty.  Call for your FREE In-Home Shutter Design consultation:  951-847-7708

Learn More about Shutter Materials here.

 

Plantation Shutters

Shutters,

Plantation Shutters from Villa Blind and Shutter are custom made.  Villa designers start the process by guiding you through a comprehensive overview of your many choices of frames,  panel configuration and options.  After designing the perfect shutters for your home, our designers will review all the details and quote your job, offering the best possible price based on the size of your order.  if you decide to proceed a legal contract is prepared, one which meets the California State Contractors requirements, and all the details are written out clearly.  A deposit is taken and your order will be placed after your three day right of cancellation.  Most shutters require a 5 week delivery time.  After this period you will be contacted to determine your best install time and date.

We hope this information is helpful.  Your satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do, from the design to the final install.  Upon completion we help you inspect the job for any imperfections in the shutters or the install.  We will install a shutter with a flaw, on the rare occasion, take a picture for the factory to see, and reorder the shutter.

Plantation Shutters

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Shutter Technical Information

Shutters
  • Shutters Technical Information is provided here to further educate our clients on Shutter terminology, options and design choices.  But you do not need to learn this, because the Villa Designers are experts in product knowledge and will assist you in choosing the perfect  shutters for your home.

So check out the PDF File below for technical information on Villa’s Number One selling shutter from Norman Window Fashions.

The Woodlore Shutter

Shutter Technical Information

  • Features and Benefits    WL a
  • Colors and Louvers  WL b
  • Panel Configurations  WL d
  • Frame Styles  WL e
  • Divider Rails   WL h
  • Bi-fold 180    WL j
  • Special Options   1 WL k
  • Specialties  WL l

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NORMAN SPECIALTY SHAPES

Corona Shutter Job of the Week

Shutters,

Corona shutter job of the week is this Onyx Basswood shutter installation at Mark’s house in Corona.  First you can witness the frame assembly, with T-posts.  German is one of our Certified Installation people, he does a great job.

This week we want to educate you on panel configuration options.  This house has many 6 Ft. wide windows, and the windows are referred to as XOX’s, meaning they are three lites, with the sliders on the outside.  The best Shutter to match this window is a LTLRTR Panel configuration, where the T Post lines up with the Vertical line of the windows.  The advantage is all the shutter panels open and close seperately and are easy to operate this way.  The other style would have a Bi-Fold, meaning two open together to the left.

Take a look at the photos below to better understand the Panel Configuration know as a LTLRTR, and ask a Villa Designer  to give you a Free In-Home Design consultation.

Corona Shutter Job of the Week

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See all of the Plantation Shutters available from
Villa Blind and Shutter.

Invisible Tilt

Shutters

Invisible Tilt, by Norman Window Fashions, is another example of Norman’s innovative technologies.  See the photos below, and call a Villa Designer for a free In-Home Estimate.

 

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Invisible Tilt

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Woodlore®
EcoSmart Engineered Wood Shutters™
As a busy homeowner, you expect innovative products that retain their functionality and good looks without excessive maintenance. Woodlore® shutters are constructed with a solid MDF core – real wood in an advanced state – for incredible density and strength. Made from the wood of rapid-growth trees, Woodlore® shutters enable tree replenishment at an extremely accelerated rate.

In addition, Woodlore’s UV inhibitors do not release any volatile organic compound and protects against color fading and yellowing. Our patented polypropylene coating resists staining to ensure long-term performance in a variety of environments. Woodlore is the natural choice of shutter for your windows.

  • Better consistency and durability than a regular wood shutter
  • Reinforced engineered wood stiles provide an intense level of durability and structural integrity
  • Stainless steel staples resist corrosion and withstand extreme heat
  • Better than vinyl and PVC shutters and can withstand even the highest desert temperatures
  • Patented polypropylene coating makes its surface extremely durable and robust