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What are Shutter Dogs? (and Why You Need Some for Your French Property)

From Alsace to the French Riviera, one of the most ubiquitous features of a French property is its distinctive shutters, or volets, often painted in bright colours that stand out against the classic white or stone buildings. But look a little closer, and you might spot a unique detail at the bottom of the shutters. The little clips known as shutter dogs come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and…

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