ONTARIO, Calif., May 21 /PRNewswire/ -- For generations, interior wood shutters have added value to a home, provided privacy and helped control temperatures. Today, wood shutters are one of the most eco-friendly window treatments available. "Most wood shutters today are made out of Basswood (http://avalonshutters.com/wood_shutters.html), a lightweight, sustainably-harvested hardwood that does not warp, is naturally low in sap content and is recyclable, biodegradable and renewable," says Doug Serbin, CEO of Avalon Shutters. "For each tree harvested, at least six more are planted." Wood shutters are an energy-efficient window treatment that provides insulation during hot and cold weather as well as UV protection, which shields furniture from the damaging sun. Even odd-shaped, over-sized windows and French and sliding doors can be custom-fitted with shutters. Because of their durability, it's not uncommon to have shutters on a home for decades.
