Plantation Shutters

When designing a wood plantation shutter, there are several options available to ensure a perfect fit for your home’s decor and your needs. From frames to hardware, to selecting your view. No matter what you choose, you can’t go wrong.

Wood Choices: The most common wood types used for plantation shutters are basswood, poplar, and composite wood. Each wood type has its own unique characteristics and can be finished in various stains or paints. Basswood is our preferred choice when it comes to durability and consistency.

Basswood Material

• A light wood yet strong and durable;
• A uniform grain that allows a beautiful stain finish;
• Smooth finish;
• Basswood is durable and less prone to warping and splits;

Basswood is used throughout the shutter industry due to its beautiful grain, fantastic staining properties, and resistance to warping.

Louver size: Plantation shutters come in a variety of louver sizes, from 2.5″, 3.5″, and 4.5″. The size of the louvers will affect the amount of light that enters the room and the level of privacy and view.

Frame design: Plantation shutters can have a traditional or contemporary frame design. The traditional frame design has a more classic look, while the contemporary frame design is more modern and sleek. If your window already has custom trim installed around the opening, the Standard L Frame allows for a perfect fit.

Control feature: Tilt rods can be hidden or visible, depending on the desired look. Hidden tilt rods are located behind the louvers and are not visible when the shutters are closed, while visible tilt rods are located in the center of the louvers and are visible when the shutters are closed.

Hinge color: Hinges come in a variety of colors to match the finish of the shutters. The most common hinge colors are white, charcoal, and oil-rubbed bronze.

Panel configuration: Plantation shutters can be ordered in different panel configurations, like single panel, bi-fold, or sliding. It depends on the size and shape of the window, as well as the desired look and style.

Special Shape: Plantation shutters can also be customized to fit special shapes, like arches, circles, and angled windows.

Wood plantation shutters can greatly improve the energy efficiency of your home. They act as an insulator, keeping warm air inside during the winter and cool air inside during the summer, which reduces the need for heating and cooling. Additionally, the ability to adjust the louvers allows for control of the amount of light entering the room, reducing the need for artificial lighting.

Plantation shutters also block out the sun’s rays during the summer, helping to keep the room cool, and can be adjusted to allow for natural airflow, reducing the need for air conditioning. Overall, wood plantation shutters can help lower energy bills and create a more comfortable living space.

By considering these options, you can create a wood plantation shutter that is not only functional but also beautiful and perfectly suited to your home’s decor.