External Roller Shutters
Get to Know DAKO Exterior Roller Shutters
Comfort, security, and style – all in one solution.
When it comes to window coverings, the options are endless — from pleated blinds to fabric blinds, each has its place. But if you’re looking for a solution that delivers year-round comfort, enhanced security, and exceptional durability, exterior roller shutters stand in a league of their own.
Designed for both single-family homes and apartments, DAKO roller shutters offer a winning combination of energy efficiency, weather protection, privacy, and style.
External Roller Shutters
Why Choose DAKO Exterior Roller Shutters?
- Energy efficiency & insulation – Keeps interiors cooler in summer and warmer in winter, lowering heating and cooling costs.
- Weather protection – Shields windows from sun, wind, rain, and snow, while preventing fading of window frames in sunny areas.
- Noise reduction – Closed shutters provide noticeable acoustic insulation.
- Security boost – Even without anti-burglary certification, shutters make forced entry far more difficult.
- Light control – Adjust brightness levels to suit your mood and needs.
- Privacy on demand – Enjoy complete seclusion from outside view.
Why Choose DAKO Exterior Roller Shutters?
- Energy efficiency & insulation – Keeps interiors cooler in summer and warmer in winter, lowering heating and cooling costs.
- Weather protection – Shields windows from sun, wind, rain, and snow, while preventing fading of window frames in sunny areas.
- Noise reduction – Closed shutters provide noticeable acoustic insulation.
- Security boost – Even without anti-burglary certification, shutters make forced entry far more difficult.
- Light control – Adjust brightness levels to suit your mood and needs.
- Privacy on demand – Enjoy complete seclusion from outside view.
One of the key factors in choosing the best roller shutter system for your home is the stage at which it is installed. The comfort of residents can be taken into account as early as the building’s design phase. Installing top-mounted or flush-mounted external roller shutters should be planned during this stage—or at the latest, before placing an order for windows. This ensures the correct dimensions of the window niches are planned in advance, making installation smoother and more efficient.
External roller shutters can also be fitted in existing buildings, such as during renovations or when replacing window joinery. In such cases, flush-mounted roller shutters are an excellent choice. Their straightforward design and direct installation into the window frame significantly speed up the process.
Another important consideration is the placement of the roller shutter box. Depending on the system, it may be positioned on the facade, within the window opening, or mounted externally beneath the facade’s surface, making it completely invisible.
The placement of external roller shutters also determines a third key factor to consider when selecting the right system for your home—the location of the inspection flap. This flap is essential for maintenance and servicing in the event of damage. It can be positioned either on the outside of the building or inside the premises. An external location on the facade offers the advantage of easy access, allowing necessary repairs to be carried out without disrupting the comfort of those inside.
External roller shutters can be operated in two main ways: manually with retractors (now increasingly rare) or remotely via shutters equipped with various types of electric drives. The growing range of automation options has played a major role in their rising popularity. Today, most customers choose to install shutters with electric drives, enjoying the added comfort and convenience of remote control.
However, drives offer more than just ease of use. With modern electronic motors, you can program opening and closing times to maximize sunlight during colder months and improve thermal insulation by lowering shutters when needed. In summer, shutters can block intense sunlight, reducing air-conditioning use and lowering electricity costs.
Advanced motors can also be controlled via radio, allowing seamless integration into smart home systems. This makes it possible to manage your shutters remotely, create schedules, and set automated scenarios tailored to your lifestyle.
Additional features:
Mosquito nets – DAKO’s external roller shutters can be fitted with mosquito nets that roll neatly into the shutter box, operating independently from the shutters themselves.
Smart home integration – Connecting your shutters to a smart home system enables full control and scheduling of their operation.
HarmonyLine design – The look of your shutters can be harmonized with windows, doors, and gates for a cohesive architectural style.
What are the key differences between these types of exterior window shutters?
- Installation: Hidden within the building’s thermal insulation layer, with the box mounted under the façade surface.
- Appearance: Completely concealed when retracted for a clean, modern look.
- Functionality: Excellent insulation, noise reduction, light control, and a strong physical barrier against intruders and weather.
- Best for: New builds or major renovations planned before windows are installed.
- Installation: Mounted directly to the window frame; available with a visible or built-in box.
- Appearance: Box positioned above the window, visible from the exterior (unless built-in option is chosen).
- Functionality: Effective against heat, glare, noise, and intrusion. Easy to operate and maintain.
- Best for: New builds where shutters are ordered together with windows.
- Installation: Fitted to the completed façade above the window opening.
- Appearance: Visible from outside, adding a distinct architectural element.
- Functionality: Delivers thermal insulation, noise reduction, privacy, and sun protection.
- Best for: Existing homes, retrofits, or upgrades without major construction work.
- Installation: Mounted on the façade or as an overhead system.
- Appearance: Sleek horizontal aluminum slats with adjustable tilt.
- Functionality: Allows precise control over sunlight and airflow while maintaining a modern look.
- Best for: Homes prioritizing adjustable shading and a light, elegant design.
Additional Features & Smart Options
- Built-in mosquito nets – Integrated into the shutter box, operating independently.
- Automation & smart home integration – Program opening/closing times, control remotely, or sync with weather and temperature settings.
- HarmonyLine design – Match your shutters perfectly with DAKO windows, doors, and gates for a cohesive exterior style.
With DAKO exterior roller shutters, you’re not just installing window coverings — you’re investing in energy efficiency, peace of mind, and a design tailored to your home.