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This blog looks at the types of shutters which are suitable for the North London area of Barnet, and particularly the EN4 and EN5 postcodes. The area has a diverse range of properties.
This article will take around three minutes to read.
If you are planning a home improvement project in Barnet, matching your shutter style to your specific property type is the best way to add both kerb appeal and long-term value.
Barnet features a diverse mix of housing stock-ranging from grand Victorian and Edwardian terraces near the High Street to classic 1930s semi-detached homes in East Barnet and modern developments in New Barnet.
The shutter styles you should consider depend heavily on your window types, privacy needs, and the era of your home – and there are plenty of styles you can choose from.
Plantation Shutters in Barnet from The Bespoke Shutter Company
At The Bespoke Shutter Company, we can fit all types of shutters to all types of windows. Our operational area includes not just Barnet, and the EN4 and EN5 postcode areas, but all districts of North London – including Muswell Hill, Highbury, Highgate, Camden and Hampstead.
1. Full-Height Shutters
These are best for modern homes, which Colindale, New Barnet, Mill Hill, and High Barnet all have a high concentration of. They run from the very bottom to the top of your window frame in one continuous, sleek line.
Full-height offers a clean, timeless aesthetic which offers maximum light control and simple operation and are the gold standard in these respects. They can also be built with a divider rail, allowing you to tilt the top louvres open for light while keeping the bottom louvres closed for privacy.
2. Tier-on-Tier Shutters
These suit the Victorian and Edwardian townhouses found in New Barnet, High Barnet and Friern Barnet, and street-facing ground floors. This shutter style features two independent sets of panels on top of each other. You can swing the top panels wide open like a café style, while leaving the bottom panels closed.
If your Barnet home (or business) is close to the pavement or overlooked by neighbours, tier-on-tier offers the ultimate flexibility. You get maximum daylight pouring in from the top half without compromising your privacy at eye level.
3. Café-Style Shutters
This shutter style is perfect for living rooms and kitchens in 1930s semis or terraced houses (the eastern districts of New Barnet and East Barnet have plenty of these). They cover only the bottom half of the window, leaving the top half completely open.
They offer a relaxed, continental vibe and are incredibly popular for front-facing bay windows in Barnet because they keep the room feeling bright and airy while blocking the view from prying eyes on the street. They are also highly cost-effective since they use less material compared to solid shutters.
Café-style shutters (or tier-on-tier) work perfectly for the ground-floor sash windows found in conservation areas (notably in Chipping Barnet), allowing privacy from the pavement while letting light filter in through the top.
4. Tracked Shutters
Many homes in Barnet feature a traditional brick facade at the front but have massive, modern glass bifold doors or kitchen extensions at the back. These "tardis" homes (traditional at the front, modern at the back) are heavily concentrated in the borough's southern and eastern Victorian/Edwardian belts.
The ideal compromise would be classic full-height shutters for the front bay windows, and sleek tracked shutter systems for the modern glass extensions at the rear.
Why Choose The Bespoke Shutter Company for Your Shutters?
As a North London-based specialist, we provide a local, no-obligation survey for homeowners across EN4 and EN5 postcodes. Our proximity to Barnet means we understand the specific light levels and privacy needs of properties in the area better than national retailers.
We provide made to measure shutters across North London, as we recognise that every installation is different. To take advantage of a free, no-obligation consultation follow this link and fill in the online form. You can also call us on 020 3131 3155 or email info@bespokeshutters.com.
FAQs
Q: Can shutters be installed on north-facing or draughty properties?
A: Yes. North London properties can suffer from draughts and heat loss. Properly fitted interior plantation shutters add an extra layer of insulation, helping keep rooms warm in the winter and acting as excellent temperature control in the summer.
Q: Do I need planning permission for any plantation shutters in Barnet?
A: In the vast majority of cases, no. However, if you live in a Barnet conservation area or a listed building, there are some exceptions. For more information, check out our previous blog post here.
Q: Can you fit plantation shutters in kitchens, bathrooms and other rooms in Barnet homes which may get a lot of moisture?
A: For moisture-prone areas like kitchens and bathrooms, wood may be prone to warping or rot over time. At The Bespoke Shutter Company, we offer a waterproof option – for more details, click here.
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