How Do Plantation Shutters Work? When it comes to choosing window coverings that not only look good but offer protection and security, you can’t go wrong with plantation shutters. Plantation shutters are stylish window coverings that are becoming more sought after throughout Australia due to their many benefits. If you’re new to plantation shutters or you’re not too sure what they are or how they work, we can help you out. Take a look here at our breakdown of plantation shutters and how they work. What Are Plantation Shutters? Plantation shutters are stylish window coverings that provide numer ..read more

With the hot and often harsh Australian sun shining down upon us more often than not, it’s important that your home has plenty of shade options for you and your family to take shelter under. Home awnings are a fantastic way to help combat the elements, so if you’ve been considering installing folding arm awnings around your home, but you’re not sure if they’re worth it, we can help. Take a look at the benefits of folding arm awnings below and how they can help improve your home. They’re Retractable One of the major benefits of folding arm awnings is the ability for the awning to be fully adjus ..read more

Now that we are a few weeks into 2022, we can see the hot interior design trends that seem set to define the coming year. The world is fast-changing; nothing has proven this quite like the past couple of years – it is clear that the pandemic has had a notable influence on 2022 interior design trends. With people spending more time than ever in their homes, it is no wonder these trends have brought the outside world inside. 1. A Strong Connection With Nature Biophilic design – interior conditions that connect to the natural environment – is a definite trend to look out for over the next year. W ..read more

With summer well on its way to being an absolute scorcher, many Australians are getting ready to utilise their air conditioners full time to get through the intense heat and overwhelming humidity. It’s no surprise then that many of us just write off our soaring electricity bills as a part of getting through the heat as smoothly as possible, but what if we don’t have to sacrifice huge electricity bills for comfort?  Is it possible to lower your energy bill this summer and still live in comfort? At IQ Shutters, we have some top tips for keeping your electricity bills down throughout summer ..read more

Here at IQ Shutters, we specialise in creating high-quality window shutters and other furnishings for your home. In this blog, we’ll be taking a closer look at one of our bestselling products, Venetian blinds, and how you can adjust and shorten them yourselves at home. What Are Venetian Blinds? Venetian blinds are an extremely popular choice of blinds for contemporary homes because of their simplistic yet chic style. Venetian blinds simply consist of horizontal slats (that can be made out of wood or metal, depending on their use) that are suspended on ladder cords. Can Venetian Blinds Be Adjus ..read more

If you’re looking to provide cover for an outdoor area, you might be wondering are retractable awnings waterproof? Retractable awnings are designed to provide temporary protection from rain, snow and wind, however, they are not technically waterproof. Our premium Australian-made awnings can be retracted so that they do not get damaged in heavy rain or storms and can be made from water-resistant materials to withstand showers. Are Retractable Awnings Waterproof? Retractable awnings are not thoroughly waterproof so it is important to make sure you look after them if there are extreme downpours o ..read more

For most of us, spending more time at home in the past 12 months has become the ‘norm’, and creating a peaceful and inspiring home is more important than ever before. There is no shortage of fresh, new home decor trends, and some of the easiest ways to transform your home are to tie in with the recent trends with colour and textures. Here are some of the top interior trends for 2021 and how you can incorporate window coverings to add a new modern touch. 1. Natural Blame being stuck inside during lockdown, but natural, earthy tones have struck an obsession with interior designers across the glo ..read more

Awnings are a wonderful choice for any home. They offer shade so your home stays cool in the summer and also help retain warmth during the winter. They look great on your home or business, boosting both the curb appeal and the overall value of the property. Here at iQ Shutters, we offer a full range of awnings, in several colours and sizes, that are sure to meet your needs. Here are some easy tips to help you pick the perfect awnings for your home. Colour and Material One of the most important considerations to keep in mind when you choose awnings is the colour and the material. You want fabri ..read more

Awnings are great on just about any property. They add value, increase shade during the day, and look great. When you want awnings added to your home, iQ Shutters is the obvious solution. We offer a range of products and can also install them for you. In no time at all, you’ll be enjoying all of the benefits that awnings have to offer. And if that’s not enough, consider all of the wonderful accessories we have to go with them.  Automation Having awnings is great but imagine being able to open and close them automatically. We offer two automation systems that make it easy to operate your a ..read more

If you are someone who has an office, either at a work building or at home, then it is usually your responsibility or prerogative to decorate and design the interior of that office in any way that you see fit. For many people, that often involves installing some kind of blind in order to achieve some more privacy for important meetings and other occasions during the working day.  Here at IQ Shutters, we specialise in providing exactly those kinds of blinds for office all over the region. Of course, there are a variety of blind options available to you, so it is all about figuring what is ..read more