Aluminum vs Steel Storm Shutters

The most common storm shutter materials are aluminum and steel. They may look very similar but are very different in terms of weight, thickness, protection, and price. At Johnson Aluminum Products, we only sell our shutters in aluminum, hence our company name. This article will be dedicated to providing the many reasons why aluminum shutters are better than steel.

Aluminum and steel vary in price with steel being slightly cheaper at around $5-10$ per square foot compared to aluminum which is $10-$15. Aluminum is double the thickness adding more protection to your windows and doors. Aluminum is more expensive but is more protective and lighter. Putting up hurricane shutters every season can be very time-consuming and labor-intensive, therefore investing a few more dollars for aluminum can lift some weight off your shoulders (literally). Either way, steel, and aluminum are much better options for storm protection that plywood since it can be reused and offers better protection.

Aluminum Shutters are:

• Thicker

• More protective

• Weigh less

• More versatile

Steel Shutters are:

• More inexpensive

To summarize, aluminum is your better option when it comes to protecting your property. The lightweight shutter is easier to put up and take down, offers more protection despite being lighter, and can be shaped into many different types like; accordions, Bahamas, colonials, and roll-ups.

If you need help finding the best protection for your property don’t hesitate to call us at (321)956-3102. We offer our aluminum material in storm panels, accordion shutters, colonial shutters, Bahama shutters, and roll-up shutters.