Keep Your Home Cooler with Arched Window Shutters

Arched window shutters (also called plantation shutters) are surprisingly energy efficient, reducing a home’s cooling costs when temperatures rise. However, specific guidelines apply: They must be well-constructed and correctly installed. Fortunately, the e.d.'s Paint & Decorating team handles the hard work; homeowners select the style and options, and we take it from there.

Arched window shutters in a living room with a bookshelf and sofa near Lexington, SC.

With years of experience in installing shutters near Lexington, SC, we have the knowledge and expertise to correctly measure and mount arched shutters in any room of your home. We’re your local window treatment experts and are excited to share with you the ways that these types of shutters keep your home cooler.

How Do Plantation Shutters for Arched Windows Provide Insulation?

While beautiful to behold, arched windows can let in considerable light and heat during the hotter months. You can cover them with shades, blinds, or drapery, but plantation shutters are also a lovely choice. They have horizontal louvers mounted in a sturdy frame that becomes a permanent fixture in your home. The adjustable louvers tilt smoothly via a central tilt rod or hidden mechanism, for precise light and privacy control. Their clean lines and classic design create a timeless, elegant aesthetic that complements traditional and contemporary interiors.

Custom-fitted shutters follow the contours of arched window openings, eliminating gaps where hot air and strong UV rays typically get into a home. This complete coverage works like a charm, preventing unwanted solar heat gain throughout the day.

Strategic Shutter Selection for Different Rooms

Arched windows with shutters work in most rooms:

Living rooms and family areas get used throughout the day, and shutters provide flexible light control. Tilting the louvers at different angles preserves visibility to outdoor areas while reducing glare on television screens and electronic devices.
Bedrooms benefit from elegant, genuine hardwood shutters with smaller louver sizes. This provides superior room darkening capabilities for better sleep quality and added insulation.
Kitchens require shutters that can withstand humidity and temperature fluctuations. We recommend composite or vinyl shutters for these spaces.

Hunter Douglas can customize its arched window shutters in two ways:

Following the shape of the window for a sunburst effect.
Running horizontally to complement other shutters in your room.

You can custom-order a combination: horizontal shutters on the bottom and sunburst on the top. Our clients especially like that configuration.

Installation Considerations for Arched Windows with Shutters

The right mounting techniques will impact the cooling performance of your shutters. Inside mount installations create tighter seals against window frames, reducing air infiltration and improving energy efficiency. This mounting style works with deeper window sills that accommodate the shutter depth.

We Have the Best Custom Window Treatments in Lexington

Don’t be frustrated by your arched windows—make them look more beautiful and work to your benefit with custom plantation shutters for arched windows. We feature Hunter Douglas window treatments, flooring, Benjamin Moore paint, and offer a whole-home design approach that our clients appreciate. Visit us in Lexington, SC, or contact us for a consultation in Lexington, Columbia, Chapin, Irmo, and West Columbia, SC.