Bahama Shutters

Bahama Shutters offer a stylish way to enhance your property’s curb appeal while delivering practical benefits like shade, privacy, and weather protection. Their signature angled design brings a coastal look that suits both traditional and modern exteriors. Beyond aesthetics, they provide an effective barrier against harsh sun and storm conditions. We offer both decorative options for visual impact and impact-rated (HVHZ) models for homes in high-velocity hurricane zones.

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Why Choose Bahama Shutters Over Other Hurricane Protection Options?

Bahama Shutters combine tropical charm with reliable storm defense, making them a popular option for homeowners who want year-round curb appeal and quick, convenient protection. Here’s what sets them apart:

Stylish, Coastal Look Bahama Shutters are hinged at the top and angled outward, giving your home a breezy, island-inspired look that complements coastal and tropical architecture while enhancing curb appeal.

Built-In Shade & Privacy In addition to storm protection, Bahama Shutters provide daily benefits like sun control, reduced heat gain, and added privacy—without completely blocking natural light or airflow.

Fast & Easy to Secure When a storm is on the way, simply lower and secure the shutters—no tools or complicated installation required. Their top-hinge design makes deployment quick and manageable for almost any homeowner.

Impact-Rated & Decorative Options We offer both impact-rated (HVHZ-compliant) shutters for maximum protection and non-impact decorative options for homeowners looking to enhance their exterior without meeting code requirements.

Permanent & Low Maintenance Bahama Shutters are permanently installed, so they’re always ready for use. Constructed from durable, corrosion-resistant materials, they’re designed to withstand tough conditions with minimal upkeep.

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Decorative vs. Impact-Rated Bahama Shutters – What’s the Difference?

Decorative Bahama Shutters are chosen primarily for their style and curb appeal. Homeowners often select these to enhance the architectural look of their property, add shade to windows, and maintain a coastal or tropical aesthetic. They offer:

Attractive design options to complement your home’s exterior.
Shade and sun control to reduce heat and glare
Light privacy without fully closing off your windows
Lower cost compared to impact-rated shutters

However, decorative Bahama shutters are not tested or approved for storm protection and should not be relied on during hurricanes or high-wind events.

Impact-Rated Bahama Shutters, on the other hand, are both stylish and functional. These shutters are engineered, tested, and approved to meet stringent building codes for hurricane protection. They offer:

Certified impact resistance (including missile impact testing)
Structural strength to withstand high winds and debris
Code compliance for homes in HVHZ or coastal areas
Year-round protection with the same classic Bahama style

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Understanding the Performance Evaluation Standards

Our Impact-Rated Bahama Shutters are designed to provide both aesthetic appeal and dependable protection in high-velocity hurricane zones (HVHZ). These shutters have been thoroughly tested and evaluated to meet stringent building code requirements, including impact resistance and structural performance. This product has been evaluated in accordance with:

TAS 201 – Impact test procedures for windborne debris.

TAS 202 – Criteria for air infiltration, water resistance, and structural testing.

TAS 203 – Cyclic wind pressure loading.

ASTM E8 – Standard test method for tensile testing of metallic materials (for structural integrity of components).

In addition, the shutters successfully passed missile impact testing using a 9 lb 2×4 projectile launched at 50 ft/sec, simulating large windborne debris during a hurricane.

These certifications confirm that our Bahama Shutters deliver reliable impact resistance, durability, and code-compliant protection for properties in storm-prone regions.

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Seamless Integration with Home Automation

Take control of your storm protection like never before with our home automation-ready systems. At The Shutter Man, we offer motorized roll-down shutters that can be fully integrated into your existing smart home setup, giving you ultimate convenience, control, and peace of mind — whether you’re home or away. With home automation, you can:”