The Bahama and Colonial Shutters are similar to the decorative plastic shutters that we are used to seeing.
As hurricane shutters, however, they are very heavy, very strong shutters that are bolted closed when storm protection is needed. They may or may not require a back panel in order to be considered a hurricane rated shutter. That depends on which manufacturer you choose. A back panel on a Colonial Shutter works fine since it is usually flat against the wall unless closed for a hurricane.
The Bahama style shutter with a back panel however, would take away much of your view and your light. We recommend a rated Bahama without a back panel.
Bahama Shutters are also now available in a rated version, with pivoting louvers to allow the homeowner more options as far as view and light, these are called the Full-View Bahamas.
Bahama and Colonial Shutters are built of aluminum and have a powder-coated paint finish. They are available in several stock colors as well as a large number of custom colors. Matching the color of the shutters to the color of the metal roof is a common choice. These shutters can add a very nice architectural feature to a home as well.
The Bahama and Colonial Shutters are similar to the decorative plastic shutters that we are used to seeing. 
As hurricane shutters, however, they are very heavy, very strong shutters that are bolted closed when storm protection is needed. They may or may not require a back panel in order to be considered a hurricane rated shutter. That depends on which manufacturer you choose. A back panel on a Colonial Shutter works fine since it is usually flat against the wall unless closed for a hurricane. 
The Bahama style shutter with a back panel however, would take away much of your view and your light. We recommend a rated Bahama without a back panel. 
Bahama Shutters are also now available in a rated version, with pivoting louvers to allow the homeowner more options as far as view and light, these are called the Full-View Bahamas. 
