Bahama Shutters in Florida
Permanent hurricane protection with a clean coastal look. Custom-built Bahama shutters provide shade, privacy, and storm protection while enhancing your home’s exterior. Engineering, permits, and professional installation by our own crew.
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Engineered for Florida wind-load and storm protection requirements
Fully compliant with the Florida Building Code
How Bahama Shutters Work for Your Home
Bahama shutters are mounted above the window and held open at an angle with side arms. In daily use, they help manage sunlight, privacy, and airflow. When storm protection is needed, the shutters can be lowered and secured over the window.
Mounted above the window and opened outward for shade and ventilation.
Helps reduce direct sun exposure and keeps interiors more comfortable.
Creates more privacy while still allowing light and airflow.
Can be lowered and secured over the window when protection is needed.
Built to match your window size, home style, and project requirements.
Useful beyond storm season for shade, privacy, ventilation, and exterior appeal.
Adjust Shade, Privacy, and Storm Readiness
Bahama shutters give your windows everyday function, not just storm protection. Their angled design helps manage sunlight, airflow, and privacy, while the shutters can be lowered and secured when hurricane protection is needed.
Set the shutter angle to balance shade, airflow, and visibility.
Durable side arms hold the shutter open at the right position.
Lower and secure the shutter over the window before severe weather.
Built to match your window size, exterior style, and project requirements.
Helps reduce direct sun exposure and improve indoor comfort.
Adds a clean Florida-style appearance while staying functional year-round.
Bahama Shutters: Hurricane-Rated vs Decorative
Bahama shutters come in two main types. Both add shade, privacy, and a distinctive coastal look, but they serve different purposes. The main difference is whether the system is engineered for storm protection or designed primarily for aesthetics.
Permanent Bahama shutters designed to provide storm protection while preserving the architectural style of the home. They are a strong fit for Caribbean, Key West, Coastal, and South Florida homes, as well as properties where curb appeal and architectural compatibility matter.
Purpose: Combines code-conscious hurricane protection with everyday shade, privacy, and exterior appeal
Best for: Homes where clients want protection without sacrificing the look of the façade
Key features: Permanent installation above the window, reinforced hinges, side arms, frames, and louvers, plus quicker storm preparation compared to removable panels
Added benefit: Offers better visibility and light transmission than many traditional metal shutters or storm panels, while also helping reduce sun exposure and heat
Decorative Bahama shutters are designed primarily to enhance the appearance of the home, provide partial shade, and create a clean coastal-style exterior. They are not a replacement for code-rated hurricane protection unless the specific product has been engineered and approved for that purpose.
Purpose: Improves the look of the façade while adding shade and partial privacy
Best for: Homes that already have hurricane protection in place or do not require the shutters themselves to serve as the storm protection system.
Key features: Lightweight decorative profiles, custom sizing, color options, and a design that complements coastal and tropical architecture
Important note: Decorative Bahama shutters should not be presented as hurricane protection unless they are specifically certified or engineered to meet applicable requirements
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Bahama Shutter Installations Across Florida
Real Bahama shutter installations for Florida homeowners. Hurricane-rated and decorative systems on single-family homes, condos, and coastal properties.
Bahama Shutters Cost in Florida
Pricing depends on shutter type, opening size, and number of openings. All quotes include engineering, county permits, hardware, and professional installation.
| System type | Price range | Includes |
Decorative Bahama Shutters |
$30 – $42 / sq ft |
Lightweight aluminum louver panels, side arms, mounting hardware, color-matched finish, installation |
Hurricane-Rated Bahama Shutters |
$43 – $55 / sq ft |
Code-rated aluminum panels, reinforced hinges, heavy-duty side arms, locking hardware, engineering, permits, installation |
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How We Install Your Bahama Shutters
Every step handled by our team. No missed permits, no surprises on inspection day.
On-site visit to assess windows, wall structure, and discuss hurricane-rated vs decorative options.
We help you choose the right Bahama shutter type, louver style, color, and hardware based on your needs and code requirements.
Wind load calculations and permit applications when hurricane-rated systems are required.
Shutters built to your exact window measurements, color, and specification.
Professional mounting above each window with reinforced hinges and side arms by our own crew.
We check alignment, operation, and closure on every shutter. Warranty documentation provided.
Engineered for Florida. Built with Purpose.
Every enclosure is designed with structural integrity, engineered drawings, and Florida-approved permits to ensure safety, compliance, and long-term performance.
Licensed engineering plans with structural calculations, framing details, dimensions, and Florida code requirements designed specifically for your enclosure.
See how your enclosure will look before construction. Full 3D visualization integrated with your home, roofline, and outdoor space.
Detailed site planning for permits, setbacks, property layout, HOA requirements, and proper enclosure placement on your property.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cost, features, permits, and warranty for bahama shutters in Florida.
What are Bahama shutters and how do they work?
Bahama shutters are permanently mounted above the window and held open at an angle with side arms. In daily use, they provide shade, privacy, and airflow control. When a storm approaches, the shutters are lowered and secured over the window for hurricane protection. Available in hurricane-rated and decorative versions.
How much do Bahama shutters cost in Florida?
Bahama shutter pricing in Florida: decorative systems $30-$42/sq ft, hurricane-rated systems $43-$55/sq ft. Final cost depends on window size, number of openings, material, and code requirements. All quotes include engineering, permits, and installation.
What is the difference between hurricane-rated and decorative Bahama shutters?
Hurricane-rated Bahama shutters are engineered to meet Florida Building Code wind and impact standards – reinforced hinges, heavier frames, and certified hardware. Decorative Bahama shutters enhance curb appeal and provide shade but are not designed as storm protection unless the specific product is code-approved.
Do Bahama shutters meet Florida Building Code?
Hurricane-rated Bahama shutters are tested and approved for Florida wind and impact requirements. Decorative versions are not code-rated for storm protection. Screen Factory Florida helps you determine which type your property requires.
Can Bahama shutters be installed on any window?
Bahama shutters work on most standard windows. Installation requires sufficient wall space above the window for mounting. We assess every window during the free consultation.
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