Roller shutters and security shutters have been around for many years. They have several different purposes though primarily they are originally purchased to provide additional security for the windows and doors of ones home.

Security Roller Shutters can be installed either inside or outside (though generally they are found outside) and when in use they roll down in front of a window or door. When retracted they reside on a slimline box that is usually potion above the window, in the soffit or even in the window reveal.

High quality roller shutters are manufactured from aluminium which is strong and durable and does not rust. When closed down, the shutters are almost impenetrable. This makes them a fantastic deterrent and often criminals will move onto a far easier target.

As well as the security benefits roller shutters can offer, there are other benefits that generally only become apparent once someone has started to use their shutters more.

Roller Shutters are really good at insulation. This is the case both in the winter when you are keeping the heat in and in the summer when you are keeping the heat out. Often residential security shutters will be made from a foam filled aluminium slat which is even better at insulation. You can often find that heating bills are significantly less when the shutters are used for this purpose.

Roller Shutters are a great noise barrier. If you live next to a busy road, train line or airport then you might suffer from noise getting through your windows or doors. Security shutters offer excellent noise protection. Perhaps you like load music yourself or have a home cinema where the noise levels can get up. Security Roller Shutters can stop unwanted sound getting out of your home as well.

Roll Down Shutters like these can easily be operated either by a pull cord (if you want manual operation) or with an electric motor operated by a remote control. If you opt for the latter you can use remote time switched to regularly close your shutters at any given time of day. If you do opt for electric is important to choose a manual override in case of a power failure!

Roller Shutters have so many other benefits and now, with a hug range of colours and designs you can add a touch of style to your home as well as having the peace of mind that your home is protected whilst you are not there.