Established over 10yrs ago, Cosmopolitan Shutters is a proudly owned local business created specifically to deliver affordable, quality shutters to Brisbane, Gold Coast & Sunshine Coast regions.
Nature’s elements, such as wind, rain and sunshine, can wreak havoc on external shutters. Dirty and uncared for shutters can affect the overall look of your home so take some time to keep yours in tip top condition with these easy to follow tips:
Routine Cleaning
The huge variety of exterior shutters that are available today means there are some varieties, such as Louvreshield Aluminium External shutters, that are so impervious to external elements that they are guaranteed to last a lifetime. That being said, a little bit of TLC would not go astray, so make sure you keep a close eye on extra external elements, such as bird droppings and dust, that could potentially ruin the aesthetic appeal of your shutters.
Shutter Cleaning Tips
If you can easily remove external shutters, take them down for cleaning as it makes the job much easier. Remove any large pieces of debris first of all and then use some warm, soapy water to wash your shutters. Harsh cleaning solutions can damage the paint and coating so they are best avoided. A soft bristle brush is ideal to use and will minimise scratches and damage.
Once you have worked up a lather, rinse the shutters off with clean water and allow to dry naturally and then rehang. If your shutters cannot be easily removed, use a pressure washer for cleaning and a ladder for any hard to reach areas. Take care when using the pressure washer as any unnecessarily high pressure can damage the exterior surface.
Shutters and Blinds Brisbane
Cosmopolitan Shutters and Blinds provides quality, custom made shutters and blinds to suit all styles of properties in Queensland. To find out more about shutters and blinds in Brisbane, call (07) 3188 0918.
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If you are thinking of getting some new shutters and blinds for your Brisbane home, look to recent colour trends for inspiration. From bold colours to metallic finishes, there are a range of different options to suit, no matter what your taste.
Retro Styles
Retro furnishings are having a revival and metallic colours and stark white colourings are part of the trend. Basswood or Thermoshield shutters are an easy way to inject this theme into your home. Look out for retro style metal lamps, clocks and frames to finish off the look.
Bold Colours
If bright colours are right up your alley then the colour trend for 2012 is sure to please you. Citrus colours are being used to rejuvenate all types of rooms around the home, from kitchens and bathrooms to studies and bedrooms.
If you don’t want to go overboard, opt for a dark wood or plain white blind and complement with a few bright colour pops around the home. Cushions, throws and lighting additions are all subtle ways to brighten things up a little.
Natural Materials
Natural materials are continually popular when it comes to blinds. From bamboo to classic timber Venetian Blinds, peruse the options available and find out if you can customise to match your room design.
Cosmopolitan Shutters and Blinds provides quality, custom made shutters and blinds to suit all styles of properties in Queensland. To find out more about shutters and blinds in Brisbane, call (07) 3188 0918.
When it comes to dressing your windows, will you choose curtains, shutters or blinds? There are a wide variety of curtains, shutters and blinds to choose from, in an array of colours, fabrics and styles. Whether you fancy the chic simplicity of window blinds or the homely feel of curtains, there’s an option out there to suit.
The Benefits of Choosing Blinds
Window blinds come in an array of different shapes and sizes. Roller blinds and shutter blinds are two of the most common types, both offering more functionality than curtains. Curtains can be opened to allow light into the home and closed to block out light, but there aren’t very many in-between options that are so popular with blinds and shutters. Both blinds and shutters can be partially opened to allow optimum levels of light into the home and vice versa, giving you ultimate flexibility and luxury.
Blinds are often recommended over curtains for allergies as curtains gather far more dust and are more difficult to clean than blinds. Last but not least, home owners with pets often note that blinds are a better option for them as cats are prone to playing with the bottom of curtains, causing damage and tearing.
Why Choose Blinds Over Curtains
Curtains are not as popular as they once were and have slowly been overtaken by more stylish and versatile window dressings, such as blinds and shutters. The huge range of colours, materials and styles that are available with blinds and shutters today is reason enough to choose them over dated curtains for your home.
Shutters and Blinds Brisbane
Cosmopolitan Shutters and Blinds provides quality, custom made shutters and blinds to suit all styles of properties in Queensland. To find out more about shutters and blinds in Brisbane, call (07) 3188 0918.
Checking that your external shutters receive a powder coated finish can give you greater confidence in the ability of these window fixtures to retain their colour for many years without needing to be repainted.
Benefits Of Powder Coating
Powder coating can be applied to any type of metal, combining a protective finish with a method of colour application. Coloured powder is electrostatically sprayed onto aluminium and other metals to improve their resistance to many forms of damage, including chipping, fading, scratching and natural wear. A range of colours and textures can also be selected, which will remain bright and vivid for many years. This method of sealing metal is also more environmentally friendly than most other factory processes.
Powder Coating For Shutters And Other Uses
Most metal products are suitable for powder coating, including aluminium window shutters, which require a high quality coating to protect them from adverse weather and other damage when fixed to the outside of buildings. Home appliances and car parts are also typically powder coated to improve their damage resistance and extend their lifespans, and when applied at lower temperatures, powder coating can also be applied to non-metal products, such as ceramics, plastics and even wood.
Cosmopolitan Shutters offers affordable shutters and blinds in Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, including powder coated Louvreshield aluminium shutters. Get a quote for shutter supply and installation in Queensland by calling 07 3188 0918.
At Cosmopolitan Shutters we offer a LIFETIME warranty on our Thermoshield Shutters, a three year warranty on our Basswood Shutters, and five year warranty on our Aluminum Shutters.
