Plantation Shutters proving a popular choice

Plantation shutters have been a feature of British houses dating back to the Tudor period and have also been seen throughout Hong Kong and Singapore in traditional 'Black and White' homes which were introduced by the British and are still inhabited by expats today.

Used in both internal and external settings, Plantation Shutters have been used over the years as a convenient form of ventilation when there were no glass windows or security and of course they are a true fashion statement in the 21st Century.

Moving around the world, Plantation Shutters can also be found in the Americas both in North America and the Caribbean Islands where their versatility in colour and design make them a popular design choice.

Traditionally made from hardwoods such as Basswood or Poplar, Plantation Shutters come in white as well as many different coloured stains.

Consisting of a wooden frame attached to the window frame by hinges, wooden slats are arranged within the wooden frame in a way that allows them to rotate open or closed depending on your needs using the central wooden rod. You do not have the traditional cords that are usually associated with venetian blinds.

Custom Made Plantation Shutters can be divided into sections giving depth and dimension to the window making it just as much a decorative feature as it is a practical window covering.

As technology and materials have advanced into the 21st century, Plantation Shutter manufacturers are also offering this popular product in ecowoods which are foamwoods - adding the benefits of them not fading, chipping or warping.

Plantation Shutters are not considered to be at the budget end of the window furnishing market, however, if you are looking for a long term investment in window furnishings that you will not need to replace over a short period of time, then Plantation Shutters are well worth a look.

You will need to have a professional measure and install these for you as they are generally custom made and any mistake made at the time of measuring can be costly.