With the UK energy price cap rising by 2% from 1 October 2025, homeowners are once again feeling the pressure to keep costs down as temperatures drop and finding ways to make homes more energy-efficient through the colder months has become a growing priority. One simple yet stylish solution is window shutters, which can reduce heat loss by up to 51%[1], outperforming both blinds and curtains when it comes to energy efficiency.

Leading shutter specialist, ShuttersUp, has seen increasing demand from homeowners who value shutters not just for their timeless design, but also for their practical energy-saving benefits.

Ross Evans, co-founder of ShuttersUp, comments: “We've noticed more homeowners viewing shutters as a smart response to both cold winters and increasingly warm summers. In the winter, shutters help retain heat, while in the summer they keep rooms cool, shaded and naturally ventilated. They reduce the need for heating and cooling systems throughout the year, which helps to lower both energy use and carbon footprint.”

All ShuttersUp's made-to-measure shutters are crafted to regulate temperature naturally. Their innovative slat design can control the amount of solar heat and visible light that is let into a room and help homeowners to consume less energy by providing added insulation to keep heat in during winter, dramatically improving the energy efficiency of UK homes.

For London homeowner, Alice Trow, the benefits were immediate. She comments: “ShuttersUp installed our living room and bedroom shutters in October 2024 at the start of our renovation process – they instantly made the rooms look more beautiful and provided insulation, making them feel much more cosy. With both the shutters and our log burner, we don't need to put the heating on as much – shutters have definitely helped save on our energy bills.”

Alice's experience reflects a growing trend among UK households investing in energy-efficient improvements that combine comfort, sustainability and lasting style. Acting as a natural barrier against heat loss, shutters offer an effective way to reduce energy consumption and create a warmer, more sustainable home.

For further information, please contact ShuttersUp on: 020 8129 6861 or visit the website: https://www.shuttersup.co.uk/

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Editor's Notes:

[1] Research by Glasgow Caledonian University revealed that shutters reduce heat loss by up to 51%. In tests on a single-glazed sash window, researchers found:

• Curtains reduced heat loss by 14%, a roller blind achieved 22%, a Victorian blind - 28%
• Shutters cut heat loss by 51%, reducing the U-Value from 4.3 W/m²K to just 2.2 W/m²K

ShuttersUp Background:

Founded in 2006 by friends, Ashley Weight and Ross Evans, ShuttersUp is one of the leading shutter companies, with a hard-earned reputation for craftsmanship, attention to detail and customer care.

The ShuttersUp team pride themselves on customer service and the quality of their shutters, helping customers achieve the ideal look for their home through expertly made and fitted plantation, PVC or faux wood shutters. Shutters are manufactured and finished to the highest quality, protected as standard by a 15-year warranty.

The team of surveyors, fitters and customer support are well-trained experts, priding themselves on quality workmanship and bringing expertise, care and attention to every stage of the job, from consultation to installation and beyond.  Customer satisfaction is ShuttersUp's number one priority. At every stage of the customer journey, the team are focused on delivering the very best – this is reflected in its abundant five star Trust Pilot reviews.

For further press information, please contact Emma Horton on 07989 979693 / emma@foundation-pr.co.uk