Interior window treatments for Beach homes.

The beautiful embellishment of windows in a beach home is essential to create the ultimate platform through which you can enjoy nature at her finest. There’s also the need to protect the view into the interior of your home, as well as being able to block out harmful UV rays and control the influx of light.

When the View is King

The allure of the beach house is, of course, its proximity to the ocean. The last thing you want to do is block that view. For those who loathe using anything that might impede the stunning panorama, an elegant solution is that of solar shades.

These provide a classically contemporary way to enjoy the beautiful vista while providing your chosen level of light control. The fabrics used have an open weave, meaning the shades are opaque. In other words, you can see the view even when the shades are closed.

This is achieved through the level of opacity, which ranges from 1% to 10%. Color is also an important factor, with lighter shades softening the view or darker choices giving a clearer perspective. For the ultimate in convenience, such shades can be custom-motorized and also produced in sliding panels to fit sliding doors.

• The room is flooded with natural light
• Provides an effective cooling method as they let in light but not heat
• Blocks UV rays that damage and fade the interior of the home

Other advantages include: Plantation shutters also offer exquisite simplicity that complements the ambiance of a beach house. Neutral color schemes that enhance the Zen-like quality within the wallsare a good choice, or woven wooden shades can bring the beachside color palette to the interior.

Consider Durability

The nature of the location means that it’s essential to consider the durability of your chosen window treatments. Salty air and humidity make for a tough environment, so it pays to take some time to consider the materials used. Wood, in particular, will suffer. So the use of poly shutters free from any particle board or wood filler is a wise move.

Another advantage is that when closed they block virtually all UV rays, something to consider for the times when your beach home isn’t in use.

Choosing shutters for interior window dressing provides true versatility, in that you have complete control over natural light, yet provides the perfect minimalist look so suited for a home in a beach location.

If you would like a hand deciding, that is what the consultation is for. A designer comes out, looks at the actual room, and brings the fabrics that suit it. Book a free in-home consultation, or see the gallery.