Article Synopsis
This article looks at the types of plantation shutter which are best suited to fit homes and businesses in Enfield – including Palmers Green, Winchmore Hill and Enfield Town.
The Bespoke Shutter Company, which is based in North London, can fit many different shutter styles to all sorts of windows.
This article will take around three minutes to read.
Enfield boasts a beautiful mix of architecture – ranging from character-rich Victorian and Edwardian terraces in Palmers Green and Chase Side to substantial interwar semi-detached family homes in Winchmore Hill, alongside more modern apartments in Enfield Town.
Because housing styles vary so much across the borough, the ideal shutter style depends heavily on the specific age and design of your property, as well as your needs for privacy and light.
Plantation Shutters in Enfield from The Bespoke Shutter Company
At The Bespoke Shutter Company, we can fit made-to-measure shutters to homes and businesses across the Enfield district, including properties in the EN1, EN2 and EN3 postcodes. The made to measure shutters we fit across North London – not just in Enfield – are of the very highest quality. To book a free, no-obligation consultation, follow this link and fill in the online form.
Victorian and Edwardian Terraces
Because Enfield has so many Edwardian and Victorian terraced housing, plantation shutters can be custom-built to perfectly contour the angles and curves of traditional bay windows (pictured above).
Some householders and business owners go for tier-on-tier or café style shutters, as these offer heat and light control as well as some (but not total) privacy. They will also make your home stand out from any neighbouring properties who have not gone down the shutters route; this kerb appeal will be extremely valuable should you ever decide to sell up and move on.
Café-Style for Art-Deco Properties
Many premium interwar homes - particularly in Winchmore Hill – still retain stunning, original Art Deco or Edwardian-influenced stained-glass sunbursts or leaded sections at the top. Café style shutters cover only the bottom half or two-thirds of the window, leaving the top entirely open and ensuring that the original features are still visible from the outside. It also means any decorative glass can throw distinctive coloured light across your hallway or living room.
For Modern Apartments
As one of the most popular districts in London, Enfield is also home to a large number of modern apartments, notably in Enfield Town (including prominent town-centre developments like Tower Point to contemporary luxury builds along The Ridgeway).
With open-plan living spaces, large floor-to-ceiling glazing, and wide patio or bi-fold doors leading to balconies, these properties require sleek, minimalist window treatments.
We recommend using tracked shutters for really large windows, and the window’s size will dictate the number of panels. Whatever type of shutter you opt for, we would suggest using an even number of panels because this helps with the symmetry and the overall look; an odd number may not hang from the track properly.
Our solid shutters are also ideal for use on folding or concertina tracked partitions, and also make for very good quality, light folding doors.
Plantation Shutters from The Bespoke Shutter Company
If you aren't sure which shutter styles would be best suited to your property, then give us a call on or call us on 020 3131 3155. We will be happy to advise you on the shutter styles which will be ideal for either your home or your business – and your budget. Remember, we can fit plantation shutters in Highgate, Muswell Hill, Camden, Brent and many other parts of the capital.
FAQs
Q: What are the advantages of choosing The Bespoke Shutter Company to design and install your shutters?
A: As a North London-based specialist, we provide a local, no-obligation survey for homeowners across the EN1, EN2 and EN3 postcodes, all of which cover at least part of Enfield. Our local knowledge means we understand the specific light levels and privacy needs of properties in the N6 postcode better than national retailers.
Q: Do I need to worry if I have an unusually shaped window?
A: No – we haven't yet come across a window which we haven't been able to fit a shutter to. All our shutters are made to measure, so don't worry what shape your window is.
Q: Do I need planning permission for plantation shutters in Enfield?
A: In most cases, no. Installing plantation shutters is considered a minor internal alteration. However, if your property is in an Enfield Conservation Area or is a Listed Building, you should check with the local council planning department before proceeding.
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