The Benefits of Installing Bahama Hurricane Shutters

Bahama Hurricane Shutters

Also known as Bimini or Bermuda shutters, our Bahama shutters not only provide stylish tropical flair to your home or business, but also offer reliable storm protection against high winds and flying debris. Our FullView Bahama Shutters (2″ or 4″) have articulating louvers that open to 90 degrees, allowing an unobstructed view from inside the house. When closed, they protect against impact and prevent dramatic pressure changes during a storm, keeping your roof intact. It’s a sigh of relief for every homeowner when there’s worry about storm damage during a strong hurricane.

It’s also not something every hurricane installation company can brag about. That’s what makes American Hurricane Shutters stand out from the rest. Our shutters are permanently affixed to your home or business, requiring no storage space, and can be made storm-ready by just one person. We offer an array of over 200 powder-coat finishes to choose from, and have decorative options when you do not want storm protection. The vast variety means you can find the right Bahama storm shutter to find your business or home’s aesthetic.

You’ll also find there are movable blades on the rated shutters, which means you can look through them. It’s perfect when you want to let in the right amount of light during the day and provide ample privacy at night.

A two-story blue beach house with white trim, featuring large windows with Bahama shutters. There is a wooden garage door on the lower level. Palm trees surround the property, and the sky is clear with a few clouds visible. The house number "123" is displayed near the entrance. in either North or South Carolina

Quick Overview

Rapid response to storm threats – closes quickly to protect your opening in the event of a storm.

One of our most popular options, since they add so much aesthetic value to beachfront and coastal homes

Articulating blades allow for a nearly unobstructed view as opposed to other rated bahama shutters which are backed by perforated metal.

Over 200 powder coat color options available for no added cost

Energy efficient – Bahama shutter blades and projection can be adjusted to reflect a percentage or all of the sun’s harsh rays or add additional insulation in the winter.

No storage space needed – permanent installation of shutters frees up valuable storage space.

Quick deployment

See-THRU Bahamas

Our newest product which adds a coastal flair to any home or business
Blades have greater spacing to allow more light in
Non-rated decorative shutters
Over 200 powder coat options to select from for no added charge

A two-story house with white siding, dark roof shingles, and Bahama shutters. It boasts large windows, a manicured lawn, and a paved walkway leading to the entrance. The sky is clear and sunny. in either North or South Carolina

A modern house with white siding and large windows, enhanced by Bahama shutters, is surrounded by neatly landscaped grass and various plants. A palm tree stands proudly nearby, while another building is visible in the background under a clear blue sky. in either North or South Carolina

Side view of a house with white siding and green Bahama shutters. Three windows are visible, and the yard features shrubs and grasses. A blue sky and part of a white vehicle are in the background. in either North or South Carolina

A two-story house with light-colored siding and dark shutters, including stylish Bahama shutters. It features a front entrance with a glass-paneled door, a hanging lantern, and black wrought iron railings. The roof has gables, and the sky is clear and blue. in either North or South Carolina

A modern house exterior in NC showcases large windows with beautiful bahama shutters and a neatly landscaped garden with various plants and shrubs. The light-colored siding complements the hurricane shutters, while the clear blue sky casts shadows on the lawn, reminiscent of serene days at Topsail Beach, North Carolina.

A two-story house with white siding, dark roof shingles, and Bahama shutters. It boasts large windows, a manicured lawn, and a paved walkway leading to the entrance. The sky is clear and sunny. in either North or South Carolina

A modern house with white siding and large windows, enhanced by Bahama shutters, is surrounded by neatly landscaped grass and various plants. A palm tree stands proudly nearby, while another building is visible in the background under a clear blue sky. in either North or South Carolina

Side view of a house with white siding and green Bahama shutters. Three windows are visible, and the yard features shrubs and grasses. A blue sky and part of a white vehicle are in the background. in either North or South Carolina

A two-story house with light-colored siding and dark shutters, including stylish Bahama shutters. It features a front entrance with a glass-paneled door, a hanging lantern, and black wrought iron railings. The roof has gables, and the sky is clear and blue. in either North or South Carolina

See-THRU Bahama Shutters

Ease of Use and Maintenance Tips

Bahama shutters are some of our easiest-to-use. Unlike other types of hurricane protection, such as plywood or storm panels, these shutters can be quickly and easily opened and closed by anyone in the household. This means you can quickly secure your home in the event of a storm without needing to hire a professional or spend hours installing and removing panels. The maintenance for Bahama shutters requires frequent use of the moving blades (1x a month) as well as intermittent use of anti-seize and lubricant where needed.

A two-story blue beach house with white trim, featuring large windows with shutters. There is a wooden garage door on the lower level. Palm trees surround the property, and the sky is clear with a few clouds visible. The house number "123" is displayed near the entrance. in either North or South Carolina

A multi-story building with large window shutters hanging loosely, appearing damaged. The building has beige walls with white accents along the edges. The sky is clear and blue in the background. in either North or South Carolina

A single-story, modern building with light gray siding and white trim, featuring a front porch with steps and black railing. Palm trees and blue potted plants decorate the exterior. A parking lot with marked spaces is in the foreground, and the sky is clear and sunny. in either North or South Carolina

A white building with a sign reading "Lowe's" on the front. The facade includes large windows and a wooden overhang covering an outdoor seating area. The sky is clear and blue with a few clouds. A single person sits at a table in the shaded seating area. in either North or South Carolina

A multi-story building with light brown and white exterior walls featuring rows of panels and large windows. Palm trees line the front, and a street lamp stands in front of the building. A tall section of the building extends to the left. The sky is clear and blue. in either North or South Carolina

A closed turquoise shutter attached to a light gray, horizontally paneled exterior wall. A small potted plant with dark leaves sits below, and a palm tree is partially visible on the left side, casting shadows on the wall. in either North or South Carolina

Close-up view through a set of turquoise window blinds, showing an outdoor scene. The background reveals a blurry image of a street, a few trees, and other structures bathed in sunlight. The focus is on the blinds, with the outdoor elements providing a soft backdrop. in either North or South Carolina

A two-story blue beach house with white trim, featuring large windows with shutters. There is a wooden garage door on the lower level. Palm trees surround the property, and the sky is clear with a few clouds visible. The house number “123” is displayed near the entrance. in either North or South Carolina

A multi-story building with large window shutters hanging loosely, appearing damaged. The building has beige walls with white accents along the edges. The sky is clear and blue in the background. in either North or South Carolina

A single-story, modern building with light gray siding and white trim, featuring a front porch with steps and black railing. Palm trees and blue potted plants decorate the exterior. A parking lot with marked spaces is in the foreground, and the sky is clear and sunny. in either North or South Carolina

A white building with a sign reading “Lowe’s” on the front. The facade includes large windows and a wooden overhang covering an outdoor seating area. The sky is clear and blue with a few clouds. A single person sits at a table in the shaded seating area. in either North or South Carolina

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A multi-story building with light brown and white exterior walls featuring rows of panels and large windows. Palm trees line the front, and a street lamp stands in front of the building. A tall section of the building extends to the left. The sky is clear and blue. in either North or South Carolina

A closed turquoise shutter attached to a light gray, horizontally paneled exterior wall. A small potted plant with dark leaves sits below, and a palm tree is partially visible on the left side, casting shadows on the wall. in either North or South Carolina

Close-up view through a set of turquoise window blinds, showing an outdoor scene. The background reveals a blurry image of a street, a few trees, and other structures bathed in sunlight. The focus is on the blinds, with the outdoor elements providing a soft backdrop. in either North or South Carolina

Comparison with Other Shutters

Panels

Panels are vastly harder to deploy

Bahamas can be deployed in a fraction of the time

Bahamas add aesthetic value to the home

Can be deployed from the inside

Accordions

Accordions are generally regarded as unattractive, while Bahama shutters will add aesthetic value to your home

Accordions can be used on decks/over doors

Much vaster range of color options for Bahama shutters.

Colonials

Bahama shutters can be closed from inside or outside, a rated colonial close is only done from outside

Colonials can be installed on decks/doors, where Bahama shutters are either not recommended or possible

Similar price

Rolldowns

Electric rolldowns are easier and quicker to use

Bahama shutters are easier to use (in most cases) than a manual rolldown

Similar price

Hurricane Screens

Bahama shutters can be used on any opening that is not a door (not recommended on decks)

Screens are not recommended to be placed directly against openings due to the potential to break the glass during impact events

Screens are easier to use on all openings, including on patios where either can be used.

Bahama shutters are only rated up to an 11ft monolithic span, so larger openings may be unable to be covered

Flat Polycarbonate

Polycarbonate is only suggested on non-operable windows

Bahama shutters are a better choice on other openings

Maintenance

While requiring a bit more upkeep than other shutters, with regular maintenance these shutter will last a long time. Check out our maintenance section to see what you should do.

Pressure Rated

We perform design pressure calculations to ensure your shutters will not blow in/out during a storm- which can cause the home to implode.

Impact Rated

Shutters meet ASTM 1886E/1996E/e330 and/or TAS 201, 202, 203 to ensure superior protection from flying debris.

Easy to Use

With proper maintenance, these are one of our easiest shutters to us.

Energy Savings

Due to constantly being in front of the windows, Bahamas will cut down on solar gain/loss. Ease of use means they can be used daily if desired.

Insurance

Your insurance company may offer a discount if you protect all the openings on your home with a blend of hurricane protection products.

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Location :

Wilmington, NC
Morehead City, NC
Myrtle Beach, SC

Email :

matt.burns@ahscarolinas.com

Phone :

+1-910-256-1288
+1-910-256-8656
+1 843-868-1390