Are shutters better than blinds? That depends. Shutters are better than blinds if you're looking for a more durable way to dress your windows, especially if the windows are arched or rounded.

Plantation shutters are wooden, slatted blinds that sit inside their own frame, drilled to your window sill or door frame. The slats – or sometimes referred to as louvres – can be tilted from fully closed to fully open, and angled anywhere in between, allowing you to control light and airflow through the room.

The closest blind that looks like plantation shutters is the venetian blind. Made from horizontal slats of either timber, polymer or aluminium, venetian blinds can come in a range of colours – most commonly however, white blinds or timber blinds.

While there is always much debate on what is 'on trend', it's clear that shutters are a timeless fixture that absolutely still has a place in modern interiors. With ease of light control, durability, and versatility, shutters offer a great option for homeowners seeking functionality and style.