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Interior design trends constantly change from year to year. It can therefore be difficult to keep track of what is popular, and what is on the way out in terms of interior styles. How our homes are decorated is impacted by what is current, but also by our own individual design tastes, budgets, and interior…

Energy prices for the average UK home have skyrocketed in the last year or so. The energy crisis is putting a very real and measurable strain on all our purse strings, making the need to conserve energy use more important than ever. Besides curbing needless use through everyday actions like turning of standby devices, improving…

Nothing brings a room to life quite like a plant or two. Not only do they add a fertile and earthy quality, but they can also improve air quality, leaving a room smelling fresher. Plus, a few carefully placed plants can completely change the appearance and atmosphere of any space. This is especially true when…

Plantation shutters are very customisable, which is part of their appeal. At first sight, all of these options—whether they pertain to colour, style, slat size, material, or anything else—can feel a little overwhelming. Our Shutter Specialists are here to help with that, of course! They are more than delighted to respond to your inquiries, whether…

For anybody making a purchase in 2023, the cost of living is always the key driver. The ongoing financial crisis, affected by the war in Ukraine and the resultant energy shortage, is driving the price of everything northwards, and it’s touching every part of our lives. Any purchase, big or small, should be carefully weighed…

So, you’ve got an arched window, but you’re not sure how to dress it. Do you go for curtains or blinds and accept that it will look a little…off? Or do you opt for made-to-measure arched shutters that are built to the exact specifications of your shaped window? We’re pretty sure you can guess which…

If you’re looking for cost-effective window shutters, there are plenty of options available at Purely Shutters. All of our made to measure shutters – which are currently available at 25% off – bring a wealth of long-term benefits, meaning the upfront cost and initial investment will pay off down the line.  What are the cost…

Aside from their beautiful aesthetic appeal, there are many practical benefits of window shutters. They insulate, improve privacy and security, help with soundproofing, and even add value to your home. But it doesn’t stop there. Plantation shutters are incredibly low maintenance and cleaning them is simple, especially in comparison to other window dressings. Purely Shutters…

Window shutters are a popular window dressing for a reason. They’re stylish, durable, versatile, customisable, bespoke, and they’re acknowledged as the only window treatment to add value to a property. We strongly believe that window shutters are a cost-effective and practical solution to your window woes, especially for interesting shapes or tricky locations. Plantation shutters…

Window shutters make a fantastic addition to any home. They can be costly however so if this is a purchase you’re thinking about making, it’s natural to have some questions. To find out everything you need to know about window shutters, below are six of the most frequently asked questions about this type of window…

They say that windows are the eyes into the soul of a house. In that case, why make the mistake of settling for anything less than extraordinary when it comes to your window dressings? Certainly, curtains and blinds can block light from your room, but it seems that’s all for the advantage they can provide….

Are you somebody who suffers from severe allergies? Or perhaps you’re prone to some stuffiness during those summer days when the pollen count gets a bit too high. Regardless, dust and pollen allergies can be extremely disruptive to one’s daily life. And while it’s not a surprise to experience some discomfort when out in nature,…

You can’t go far in the UK at the moment without hearing the term “heatwave”. Certain parts of the UK have even seen temperatures exceed 40 degrees! And while nobody is saying that this kind of heat will be a regular occurrence, it’s now accepted as scientific fact that the world is getting hotter. In…

Summer is in full swing, and with it comes barbecues, long days, short nights, al fresco dining, and, of course, the summer sun. While the extreme heat may be a fleeting feature of the British summer, the mercury can rise into the high-20s and early-30s. These high temperatures are particularly impactful in a country where…

It’s no secret that we love shutters for their beauty and elegance, but do our shutters keep the heat in your home? Sometimes, in our efforts to provide our customers with titbits and advice on interior design solutions and the latest trends, we forget to blow our own trumpet. Yet as the mercury plummets over…