Shutters for front door side windows

The tall, skinny windows on either side of your entry door are known as sidelights. And while they can let light into your foyer, let you see outside onto your front porch, and frame your facade beautifully, it’s not a fantastic idea to leave them bare.

What is a fantastic idea is to install plantation shutters on your Southern California sidelights.

Shutters Pair Best With Sidelights

No window treatment pairs as well with sidelights than plantation shutters. Just take a look at the perks waiting for your entryway.

Shutters Offer More Privacy

If a solicitor or stranger is knocking on your door, the last thing you want them to be able to do is look through a thin curtain or between the slats of your blinds. With sidelight shutters, you can totally block out the view from outside, keeping your privacy intact. All it takes is a simple tilt of the louvers and your home is private!

Shutters for front door side windows

Shutters Keep Your Home Comfortable

At least one member of your family probably forgets to shut the front door all the way, forcing your furnace or AC to work harder. But you might not think as much about the heat that is lost or gained through your windows. Polywood® plantation shutters are the industry’s most energy-efficient window treatment – and are several times more effective than typical wood or vinyl shutters! 

Shutters Are Resilient & Better For Family Homes

If you have pets or children in your home, you can expect them to look out of the sidelights when they see someone comes home. Flimsy blinds can easily be destroyed by a curious pet, and of course you don’t want your drape pushed to the side so your window can get covered in handprints from the kids. Sidelight shutters don’t need to worry about those issues, since they’re sturdy enough to withstand even the rowdiest use, and the kids can look all they want without having to touch the glass.

Shutters for front door side windows

Shutters Are Easier To Get the Size You Need

Sidelights are all unique. Some are shorter than the door, others are the same height as the door, and some may not even be rectangular. So finding a set of blinds or curtains that exactly fits the size and shape of your windows can be a chore. Plantation shutters on the other hand are custom made for your windows, guaranteeing you a perfect fit without the headache.

Shutters Look Better In Your Front Door

Few things make a better impression in your entryway than matching your sidelights to your door. With a wide array of styles available, we can perfectly color match to your door style. And there’s just something special about the expertly crafted, timeless look of shutters in your front door. Whereas some window coverings may look gaudy or cheap, shutters guarantee timeless fashion.

Shutters for front door side windows

Shutters Can Go On Any Foyer Windows

Blinds and drapes both require a minimum amount of space to hang. If your front entryway is cramped or you don’t have much space on either side of your sidelights, it might be impossible to hang anything up. But shutters can go on any window, no exceptions.

Shutters Don’t Move Unless You Move Them

When your door opens or shuts, it creates a vacuum that can make your blinds or shades rattle, sway or even get snagged in the door itself. Shutters stay exactly where they’re supposed to: on your window at all times.

Common Questions About Sidelight Shutters

What types of shutters can be installed on sidelights?

Can shutters be installed on the glass cutout in my door?

They sure can. If you have a window cutout on your entryway door, we can put a custom shutter frame around it.

Do entryway shutters have to have a tilt rod?

Not in all cases. Sunburst builds plantation shutters with a “hidden tilt rod,” so all you’ll be able to see are those stunning louvers whether they’re open or closed. 

Can shutters color match with my door?

Yes! We make shutters in a variety of colors and wood stains, and we can match just about any door style.

Find Shutters For Your Southern California Sidelights

To get a closer look at the difference sidelight shutters can make in your Southern California home, you don’t even have to walk out the door. Schedule a free in-home consultation with Sunburst Shutters Southern CA, and we’ll come to you with all your options for window treatments for your foyer. Fill out the form below or call 888-611-2474 today to get started!

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Can you put shutters on sidelights?

You can choose to cover your entire sidelight windows with shutters. Or if your door has a window, you can put in shutters on both the window in the door as well as the sidelight windows. This way only the glass parts of the door and windows are showing through the shutters.

How much do sidelight plantation shutters cost?

On average, most homeowners in the U.S. spend between $1,450 and $3,360 on plantation shutters for their home, according to HomeGuide. The national average is around $2,350. Another cost to consider with plantation shutters is installation since these window treatments are permanently fixed to the window frame.

Can you put shutters on a front door?

Adding shutters to an exterior door can frame the entrance and add a decorative touch to a front porch, increasing the overall curb appeal of your home. And with the plethora of options available today, you can likely find something that will suit your home and personal preferences.

Can you put a shutter on one side of a window?

For those windows that have some space on one side, you can consider installing a half shutter. You may consider adding the full size shutter on the one side of the window that can support it, but only if the short side is next to a corner of the house, or an extension of the house.