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Posted on April 1, 2006 by Alphonso Sirtle. | Posted under Home and Family
Shutter Holdbacks
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Holdbacks are rather like the accessory to a finely tuned look. Sure your shutters say a lot about your dcor but they could say a lot more simply by choosing the right holdbacks to complete your dcor look. If youre not sure what holdbacks are they are the finial that is used to hold the shutters in the open position. There are all kinds of finishes, styles, and patterns. There are some great choices! Grapes, shells, flowers, shapes, and so much more. Choose from finishes that are natural copper or brass, black wrought iron, a variety of wood types done in a mix of stain colors. Theres simply no end to what you choices are. Why do you want shutter holdbacks? Well first of all you want them to hold the shutters in place so they arent banging against the house when there is a wind. Second of all you want them to be the finishing touches to your shutter. They will certainly say a lot about your dcor style. Installation is really quite simple. A drill and some screws and youll have your holdbacks in place. Its a good idea to seal around the screw area with a sealant so that water cannot get trapped and damage the finish of your house. If youre not sure which holdbacks you should be buying take a minute to think about your dcor and what would look best. For example shutters at your cabin might look great with a holdback thats French country but your modern home in the burbs might look great with a wrought iron scroll. Think about metals already used in your home, colors found on your house, and the lines of your home. That will help you decide what holdbacks would look the best on your house. Shutter holdbacks are to your house like that gorgeous necklace is to your outfit. Dont leave your home half dressed. Be sure to give it the finishing touches. About The Author: Alphonso has been working in the home remodeling industry for last 5 years. Take advantage of his experience and written material on shutter ideas at his website at http://www.improve-home.com |
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