Hurricane ShuttersHurricane shutters are just what they sound like. They're shutters you put on your windows in the event of a hurricane (or other strong storm) so prevent breakage and other damage. It's more important for people who live along hurricane coastlines. They do more than just protect the windows themselves, they also help keep debris from entering the house and causing internal damage. It can also help keep the room from blowing off due to rapid pressure changes. We live in Tornado alley and as kids we were taught to open a window or door on either end of the house to create an airflow that would equalize the pressure in the house and keep it from blowing apart in a storm. I don't know if that rule is still considered valid.Removable storm and hurricane shutters are the easiest to use, but most people just end up putting plywood over their windows and hoping for the best. Many people get removable plywood shutters, others will get clear hurricane shutters which do the same thing, they're just see through. They do cost more than regular plywood. (Who am I kidding? Even regular plywood is expensive, some people are still making credit card payments on their supplies they got for the big hurricanes that ravaged the Gulf Coast). Most people just head to the local hardware store and stock up on plywood. You can get custom crafted shutters done, of course they are more expensive, also. It's best to use at least 5/8 inch exterior grade wood. For mounting them to the house you'll want 3 or 4 inch barrel bolts, at least 4 per panel, more is obviously more secure. If you make your own shutters with plywood there are some tricks you can do to make them even more effective and easy to use. We advise that you waterproof the surface with a coat of waterproofing varnish or paint. Whatever you do, just be sure it's firmly attached to the house. Slapping the hurricane shutters on with concrete nails tends to make them flying missiles after they've been ripped off the house. Talk to your local hardware store about the best way to cut, mount and manage the shutters for the best levels of protection for your home and for things around you. You can also get valuable information on building your shutters from the National Hurricane Center. We like this online website for commercial grade hurricane shutters you can purchase online. We are featuring the following shutter types: Roll Shutters - they are easy to manage with a roll up handle feature. You can even put a motor on it for easy action that also has a manual override option. Accordian shutters - provide excellent storm protection, security, sound and light control. They are most often secured from outside but can be secured from the inside easily when the opening is a sliding window or door or a door that swings in when opened.
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