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White painted wood plantation shutters on corner windows, transoms, and French doors in an Irvine great room
Tall stained-basswood plantation shutter on an arched-top window in an Anaheim Hills home

Custom wood plantation shutters

Our wood plantation shutters are milled and finished from North American basswood at our Lake Forest factory for Orange County homes, then installed by our own crew. Basswood handles Southern California sun and coastal humidity without warping.

Why basswood

Basswood is our preferred wood for plantation shutters: light enough to hang straight on tall panels, dense enough to take paint and stain well, and stable enough to resist warping in coastal humidity and inland heat. We hand-select every board and finish each panel at our Lake Forest factory.

Best for

Living rooms, family rooms, bedrooms, home offices, and formal spaces.

Why custom wood plantation shutters

Real basswood

Rich grain that finishes beautifully in paint or stain. Lightweight construction keeps tall panels straight.

Sun-stable

Built to handle Southern California UV. Holds its shape and finish where lesser materials yellow or sag.

Custom fit

Arches, bay windows, French doors, sliders, specialty shapes. Measured and built to your exact opening.

Best insulation

Solid wood is a natural insulator. Closed louvers cut heat gain in summer and drafts in winter.

Endless finishes

Choose from our standard whites and stains, or match a custom paint or stain to your trim and cabinetry.

Timeless traditional look

Real wood grain and clean plantation lines that read upscale in any room and never go out of style.

Wood vs poly: which is right for your home?

Both materials are excellent. The right choice depends on the room: real wood for living spaces, poly for high-moisture areas. Here's a side-by-side.

Wood

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Dark stained basswood plantation shutters spanning a wide living room window

Poly

White poly plantation shutters with ocean view above a freestanding tub
Appearance
Wood:Natural grain, rich texture, classic and upscale
Poly:Smooth, clean finish, great for modern spaces
Customization
Wood:Fully customizable: shapes, sizes, stains, and paints
Poly:Limited custom shapes, fewer finish options
Best environment
Wood:Most rooms, including most bathrooms
Poly:Beach homes, rentals, windows open to the weather
Insulation
Wood:Excellent. Wood is a natural insulator
Poly:Very good. Thick poly construction blocks heat/cold
Cost
Wood:About the same as poly today; lasts decades
Poly:About the same as wood today; strong durability
Weight
Wood:Lighter. Easier on hinges and wide frames
Poly:Heavier. Requires secure installation

Common questions

What colors and finishes are available for wood shutters?

Wood shutters come in standard whites and wood stains, plus any custom paint or stain we color-match to your trim, floors, or cabinetry. Stained finishes show the basswood grain, while painted finishes give a smooth, solid color like white, black, or a custom shade. Every finish uses a furniture-grade acrylic lacquer that protects the wood and wipes clean. We provide an approval sample of any custom color before we build, so you confirm the exact look first.

Can wood shutters be stained to match my hardwood floors or cabinets?

Yes. We custom-match stains to existing hardwood floors, trim, or cabinetry so the shutters read as part of the room. Bring or photograph a sample of the wood you want to match, and we build a stain sample for your approval before production. Basswood takes stain evenly, so the grain finishes cleanly across the panels.

Do wood shutters cost more than poly shutters?

Not anymore. Our poly is an extruded polyurethane reinforced with aluminum, an oil-based material, and today's oil prices have brought its cost up to the level of our basswood with its furniture-grade finish. So choose by room, not by price. Wood gives you full custom shapes, the real grain stained finishes, and lighter panels that hang straight on tall and wide windows. We quote both materials during the free in-home consultation so you can compare for each room.

Do wood shutters warp in Southern California sun?

No. We build with North American basswood, which stays dimensionally stable through inland heat and coastal humidity. Every panel is finished at our Lake Forest factory and carries a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship.

Do you make wood shutters for Orange County homes?

Yes. We are the manufacturer. Wood plantation shutters are milled, finished, and inspected at our Lake Forest factory, then installed by our own crew across Orange County. Most orders install in 3 to 5 weeks.

What wood do you use for plantation shutters?

North American basswood. It is light enough to hang straight on tall panels, takes paint and stain cleanly, and resists warping better than the alternatives we have tested.

Ready to see samples?

Visit our Lake Forest factory and showroom, or schedule a free in-home consultation. We measure, recommend materials, and quote, at no cost.

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