alternatives to shutters

Not sure this is any cheaper, but I like window overhangs or awnings, if that's the correct terms.

Certainly depends on the style of your house but I plan to do something like this next time I build.

Bahama shutters is what I have and get good comments on them

bahama-style is nice, but they are the same $/sf as traditional shutters

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Just make some board and batten shutters out of cypress you can diy that with basic tools cheep

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Might want to rethink that unless it's reclaimed old cypress. The stuff you get now just doesn't hold up. I can almost guarantee they will warp and twist just like pressure treated when the summer sun hits them, especially if painted a dark color.

If building your own, do it with Spanish Cedar.

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what’s Spanish cedar run per bd ft?

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Haven't priced it in ages, but when I last bought some, it was considerably higher than cypress.

But it's got a very straight, tight grain pattern and is very stable material for doors, shutters, etc.