Bahama & Colonial Shutters

General Info
Aluminum Shutters
Fiberglass Shutters
Pricing & Ordering
What to Consider
 Photo Gallery
 Aluminum vs. Fiberglass
 Measuring
 Installation
Bahama Shutters
 Colonial Shutters
 Decorative Shutters
Overview
 Color Chart
 Drawings
 Wind Loads
 Sample Program
Overview
 Color Chart
 Drawings
 Wind Loads
 Sample Program

A Comparison of Fiberglass and Aluminum Shutters


Fiberglass Shutters
Aluminum Shutters
  • Architectural. The fiberglass colonial and bahama storm shutter product is designed as an exact replacement for the traditional look and styles of shutters we have all seen and enjoyed all over the world.
  • Architectural. The aluminum colonial and bahama storm shutter product is designed to satisfy most architectural review boards for use as replacements for the traditional shutters. Tehy are not as natural looking as the shutters they replace but do a satisfying job.
  • Strength. Fiberglass shutters meet and exceed the latest standards for hurricane protection but are limited to opening widths no greater than 48-1/2 inches.
  • Strength. Aluminum shutters meet and exceed the latest standard for hurricane protection. The colonial shutters can bifold to opening widths to 96 inches.
  • Colors. Fiberglass shutters are available in 21 stock colors with custom colors available
  • Colors. Aluminum shutters are available in 14 standard powder-coat finishes.
  • Finishes. Fiberglass shutters are a smooth finish using a high-quality, two-part automotive finish with a 20-year warranty.
  • Finishes. Aluminum shutters use a five-step, powder-coat process to apply a very hard oven-cured finish with a 5-year warranty.
  • Warranty. Fiberglass Shutters have a 20-year warranty against defects in material and workmanship.
  • Warranty. Aluminum shutters have a 5-year warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
  • Shapes. Fiberglass shutters can be produced in rectangular shapes as storm-approved products.
  • Shapes. Aluminum shuttters can be made in angles, arches and curves and still meet the requirements.
  • Sizes. The maximum opening a fiberglass hurricane shutter can protect is 60.5 inches wide by 102.5 inches high.
  • Sizes. The maximum opening an aluminum hurricane shutter can protect is 96 inches wide by 144 inches high.