{"id":18408,"date":"2022-09-08T12:45:52","date_gmt":"2022-09-08T12:45:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/resin-expert.com\/?p=18408"},"modified":"2023-04-06T13:21:18","modified_gmt":"2023-04-06T13:21:18","slug":"how-to-paint-vinyl-shutters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/resin-expert.com\/en\/guide\/how-to-paint-vinyl-shutters","title":{"rendered":"How to Paint Vinyl Shutters – A Guide for Refinishing Vinyl"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re a lover of modern minimalist architecture or prefer the look of more traditional colonial homesteads, we think that everyone can agree that a well-placed shutter can do wonders for the look of any home. Statistically, homes with shutters on them, whether they be functional or not, tend to have a higher market value compared to those that don\u2019t. This has made shutters something of an investment over time, and like any investment, they need to be looked after to ensure they grant you the best return both financially and from an aesthetic standpoint. Shutters are pretty easy to maintain, but if you don\u2019t know what you\u2019re doing you could end up making a mess of things. This is why we\u2019ve created a short tutorial showing you how to paint vinyl shutters, why it\u2019s a good idea, and how to go about it without ruining your shutters.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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What Are Vinyl Shutters?<\/h2>\n

Before we show you how to paint vinyl shutters, let\u2019s get to know exactly what they are. Shutters have been used for over a thousand years. They were first used by the ancient Greeks as a means to ensure consistent airflow, maximize the use of natural light throughout the day, and keep thieves from entering their homes and stealing their precious belongings. Back in those days, shutters were made nearly exclusively of wood, and as a result, required regular maintenance and repair.<\/p>\n

\"Traditional<\/p>\n

Before the implementation of shutters, traditional window coverings consisted of things like cloth and wood which were used to completely seal windows at night. These became a pain to use, and as a result, shutters become increasingly popular.<\/p>\n

The use of shutters then spread to all parts of the world as ancient city states established trading colonies where various cultures met and integrated.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Shutters eventually made their way to colonial America where they were called plantation shutters, and as the name suggests, they were essentially a staple on plantation buildings as the weather in these regions required the same ventilation, light management, and security that they had provided in Greece all those years ago.<\/p>\n

\"American<\/p>\n

Why not use glass, you ask? Well, back in the day glass was pretty expensive and difficult to produce in large sheets, and as result, you\u2019d see that most working-class homes had windows that were divided in two. The top half of the window would be made of glass while the bottom half would have wooden shutters attached to them.<\/p>\n

This all changed around the 1920s as the production of glass became much less expensive thanks to advancements in mass production.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

After the Second World War, we had loads of materials that had been developed for use in the war effort but were now rendered useless. As a result of experimentation and integration of these materials, we got loads of new products including vinyl shutters, aluminum shutters, and even roller shutters to insulate and secure our homes from the heat and cold.<\/p>\n

\"Manage<\/p>\n

Vinyl shutters were and still are seen as\u00a0objectively<\/em>\u00a0better than wooden ones. This is due to the fact that they are far more durable, require less maintenance, tend to absorb less moisture, and can be painted with less effort than their wooden counterparts.<\/p>\n

This being said, vinyl shutters (whether they be functional or purely aesthetic) are used far more often than wooden ones, especially on larger structures.<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n