Protection from the sun as well as potential burglars: roller shutters are a fine addition to your home. Are you looking for roller shutters but don’t have standard-sized windows? Then go for made-to-measure roller shutters. We will tell you all about it in this article.
Table of contents
- What do customised roller shutters cost?
- Why do roller shutters as sun protection?
- What materials are customised roller shutters made of?
- Why do you choose made-to-measure roller shutters?
- Frequently asked questions
What do made-to-measure roller shutters cost?
There is no fixed price for made-to-measure roller shutters: the price depends on several factors. What dimensions you need, for example. And which material you choose. However, we can give you an estimate.
You can see a table below with average prices for roller shutters.
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Why roller shutters as sun protection?
Roll shutters used to be installed mainly for shop premises. This is because they primarily have a burglar-proof function. However, roller shutters have even more advantages. For instance, roller shutters provide a modern look. They have a contemporary look and fit perfectly with various popular interior styles. Moreover, roller shutters are very practical. They also have an insulating function. In winter they keep the heat in and in summer they protect your home from the sun’s warm rays.
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Shutters provide total blackout. Blinds and curtains also darken rooms, but roller shutters no longer let any light in. Incidentally, this only applies to roller shutters that are fully rolled out. There are also advanced roller shutters that do allow you to regulate the amount of light.
Are there any disadvantages to roller shutters? The Netherlands has very variable weather conditions. We sometimes get hailstorms and heavy rainfall. A rolled-out roller shutter makes noise in hail and rain. This applies especially to roller shutters made of aluminium.
What materials are made of?
Most roller shutters are made of two materials: plastic and aluminium. Aluminium roller shutters are generally heavier. As a result, they provide better insulation and they let less noise through. Therefore, aluminium roller shutters are ideal for people who live in busy environments. Aluminium roller shutters also fit perfectly with a preserved home. Plastic roller shutters are lighter and slightly easier to install. They are also slightly cheaper than aluminium roller shutters.
Why would you choose customised roller shutters?
Why would you actually choose customised roller shutters? This is partly due to the many advantages of custom-made shutters. This is because they are made especially for your window. For example, they insulate better in winter.
Shutters last a long time and are easier to install because they fit exactly on your window. Do you choose electric roller shutters? If so, they are very easy to operate, for example by means of an app on your phone.
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Frequently asked questions
You can choose between surface-mounted roller shutters, built-in roller shutters and front roller shutters. Which shutters suit you depends on your type of home and your preferences. With new buildings, it is best to go for built-in roller shutters. In an existing house, pre-fitted roller shutters are a good choice.
Yes, roller shutters are a contemporary solution. Shutters have an insulating effect. In doing so, you contribute to a healthier climate and your wallet is happy too.
In principle, it is possible to install roller shutters yourself, but we still recommend that you let a professional do it. Are you going to do it yourself? Then something might go wrong during installation.
