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A Brief History of Shutters


Introduction & History of Shutters - OldHouseGuy Blog

“Operable Louvered Shutters”, louvers that are regulated by a tilt rod began to be manufactured around 1830-1840. Before this the louvers were fixed in an open ...

Exterior Shutters: Unveiling Their Rich History

A Brief History of Exterior Shutters ... Like plantation shutters, exterior window shutters seem to have their beginnings in Ancient Greece.

A Brief History of Shutters: Should We Keep Ours? - Blake Hill House

When the walls of structures were made from brick or stone, shutters were on the interior because the window openings were very thick. Shutters ...

A Brief History of Window Shutters

Shutters are older than glass windows. Did you know that wooden shutters have been around even longer than glass windows? Popularised during the Tudor period, ...

History of Exterior Window Shutters - Rollac

However, it is believed shutters were developed by the ancient Greeks to provide natural light, proper ventilation and protection from thieves. The first ...

The History & Evolution of Plantation Shutters

Plantation shutters have a rich history and are more than just functional pieces of furniture. They have been used for centuries to keep light out and ...

Window shutter - Wikipedia

Depending on the application, and the construction of the window frame, shutters can be mounted to fit within the opening or to overlap the opening. The term ...

History of Interior and Exterior Window Shutters

It is commonly believed that shutters were first used in ancient Greece in order to provide light control, ventilation and protection in that tropical ...

The History of Window Shutters - Blog

From their ancient origins to the present day, window shutters have evolved from basic protective coverings to elegant and versatile window treatments.

History of Shutters Goes Back Centuries - Show-CaseShutters.com

From the early 1800's shutters became attached to the exterior of houses and walls became thinner. In early Colonial times, shutters were widely ...

A Brief History of Window Shutters | Topper Roofing & Siding

Decorative Interior Plantation Shutters. By the end of the 19th century, shutters were used as much for a decorative look as for their practical uses of shelter ...

History of Shutters | Phoenix | Southwest Blinds & Shutters

Unlike today's shutters in Phoenix, AZ, which come in numerous styles and materials, the earliest forms of shutters were protection against rain, insects, ...

History of Window Shutters

Window shutters are believed to have first been used in ancient Greece. The Greeks used shutters to prevent sunlight from beaming into their windows.

Shutters - Buffalo Architecture and History

Shutters were originally used on the inside of windows before glass was affordable to keep out light, noise, pests, and the elements. After plate glass was ...

Learn the Rich History of Plantation Shutters

Read the fascinating history of plantation shutters, from their origins in Ancient Greece to their modern applications in home decor and ...

A Brief History Of Shutters | DIY Shutter Kit Sets

It is believed that shutters were first used in ancient Greece in order to provide light control & protection in that tropical environment.

History of Plantation Shutters: Origins and Popularity

The term “plantation shutter” is believed to have originated from the use of these shutters in plantation homes, where they were used to regulate the amount of ...

Plantation Shutters - The History Of This Interior Shutter

Shutters in general date back to ancient Greece. Shutters were originally designed to serve three basic functions: light control, ventilation, and protection.

The Invention of Shutters|STORY|Company Outline

Wooden slats bound together were fashioned as shutters for the first time in 1837 in Europe, a region with advanced technology in the 19th century. They seem to ...

Historic Shutters: Our Ultimate Guide to Getting them Right

shutters quite literally had the job of providing better shelter conditions by protecting from the exterior elements. They kept the hot sun, ...


Little Women

Novel by Louisa May Alcott https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQ58K29zrWDF8XV-UuO0-mm-Fe0klNlo2iVO520UYmgSH_RRXmi

Little Women is a coming-of-age novel written by American novelist Louisa May Alcott, originally published in two volumes, in 1868 and 1869.

Arms and the Man

Play by George Bernard Shaw https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSYHr1uJ8cl8EGYe80RIKpQ1tkbidFiOj5hpSuFlM1IGSCsSunH

Arms and the Man is a comedy by George Bernard Shaw, whose title comes from the opening words of Virgil's Aeneid, in Latin: Arma virumque cano.

Doctor Pascal

Novel by Émile Zola

Le Docteur Pascal is the twentieth and final novel of the Rougon-Macquart series by Émile Zola, first published in June 1893 by Charpentier.