We’ve been speaking to interior blogger Jade (@jade.doutch) about her beautiful home in Wales, her interior style, and her love for her new tier on tier shutters! 

We make custom designing DIY shutters easy with our 4-step ordering page. One of the options you will be presented with when designing your wooden shutter blinds is slat size. You may notice the terms “slats” and “louvres” used interchangeably, and both refer to the moving blades that rotate open and closed to control the light entry.
So, which size will look best in your home, and what other factors should you consider when choosing plantation shutters?

We're all going through extraordinary changes at the moment and it can be hard to keep up. Here at The Shutter Store we're doing our utmost to ensure our excellent service continues. Don’t hesitate to let us know if you need any type of help with your shutters.

We’ve put together some frequently asked questions so you know all there is to know:

Once you’ve installed them, plantation shutters become a real source of pride and joy within the home. However, sometimes accidents and wear and tear can make their mark. In the rare event that you’re required to repair a damaged slat (or louvre), here’s what you can do. And it's easy!
 

So, you’ve chosen plantation shutters? Good call! The next step is choosing a shutter style.
Full height shutters are our most popular design, but are they right for your room? We’ve compiled a list of pros and cons to help you decide.
 

When starting your DIY window dressing journey, you’ll see there are many available options, including plantation shutters and blinds. At first glance, you may think there’s not much difference between them. But look a little closer and you’ll see some striking contrasts. So, which style offers the most benefits – shutters or blinds? Let’s find out!
 

Are you a DIY novice? Or a fully-fledged DIYer? Whatever your experience we can assure you there are many advantages of choosing DIY shutter blinds over a full measure and install service. Some of these advantages are:
 

When renovating or decorating your home, timings are crucial. Our shutters are a bespoke made-to-measure product, fitted precisely to your personal requirements, but how long do they take to arrive? Here’s how it works:
 

Tier on tier shutters are a popular choice. But even with our most versatile design, it can be difficult to know whether choosing this style is best suited for your room.

We’ve compiled some facts about our favourite style of shutters to help you decide.
 

Plantation shutters are a timeless addition to anybody’s home. A classic design staple that adds value to your home - who wouldn’t want them? We offer an affordable DIY option and supports you every step of the way in measuring for shutters, starting with these top tips:
 

Café style shutters are a popular choice but are they better suited to some rooms more than others?
It can be tricky to know whether choosing Café shutters is right for your windows. Here are some key factors that we hope will help inform your decision.
 

When renovating a kitchen, plantation shutters make the perfect addition. Fully adaptable to accommodate any style of décor, wooden shutters provide privacy, light control and elegance. Here we offer some key guidelines to help you design the perfect kitchen shutters.
 
 

We know we're biased but plantation shutters are a beautiful and stylish addition to any home! There’s no denying that custom-made shutters are a very high-end look.  They increase kerb appeal, property value and that all-important WOW factor. DIY shutters are an affordable route to achieving this.
 

When setting out on your custom shutters journey, the very first thing to think about is your shutter style. Here at The Shutter Store, full height shutters are our most popular design. But is this the right style for you? Let’s dive into the pros and cons!
 

There are many good reasons to feel enthused about fitting shutters to your home. But what it essentially boils down to is savings, empowerment, style and practicality! Sound good? Read on and see how you can save in style!

It’s a natural impulse to want to improve our homes. But sometimes the purse strings have been pulled just a little bit too tightly to work through our interior wish lists. Thankfully, home improvement doesn’t have to cost the earth. Here are some helpful ways to make effective interior design changes on a budget, including our made-to-measure plantation shutters!
 

So, you’re investing in shutters! How do you choose between Café Style or Tier on Tier? Would you prefer solid panel or slats? We have a great range of shutters to choose from so it's essential to know which shutters work best for a room. Here, we run you through each style and their benefits.

Our brand ambassador Sarah Beeny shares her secret tip to dramatically improve the aesthetics of your home in an affordable way...

It’s a fact, shutters are the easiest of all window dressings to keep clean. If you’d like to know how to keep your shutters looking as new as the day you installed them, read the top shutter maintenance tips we share with our customers…

There’s no denying it, shutters bring a decorative statement to any window - especially during the festive season. But did you know you can use shutters for other decorations in your home? We love these 3 creative ideas... 

Is choosing a window treatment for your French doors giving you a headache? It needn’t. The obvious choice is patio door curtains but shutters are one of the best window dressing treatments for large windows and doors. Here’s why…

Want shutters in time for Christmas day? Order before the 16th October for pre-Christmas delivery and be entered to win £1000 to spend on a Sofa.com sofa of your choice...

Heard about plantation shutters, and wondered what they are? Discover the benefits of the window treatment that’s suitable for every room in your home, and looks as good from outside as it does in

Tiny home getting you down? We can’t promise you more square footage, but we can help you make it feel bigger and less cluttered. Check out these small space ideas.

If a dark room is getting you down, and the lights are on whatever the weather, these are the lighting solutions that will brighten your world. 

The Shutter Store are delighted to be co-hosting the popular UK Instagram challenge #MyHouseThisMonth throughout July. Want to be in with a chance of winning a stunning set of shutters to makeover a window in your home and partake in a fun interior photo challenge on Instagram? Then read on...

Us Brits are no strangers in getting the best of our interior inspiration from our far-flung holiday destinations. From the boutique hotel room bed linens that ooze luxury, to Portuguese patterned tiles that make a grand statement underfoot. There’s always something to catch our eye that we wish to replicate in our homes back in the UK.

The Shutter Store has introduced fabulous new ranges. Find out the benefits of each shutter collection, which rooms to hang them in, and the brilliant decorative options on offer

Wooden Shutters can help reduce your heating bills. Studies and reports have shown that they can improve insulation in the home. This is one of the factors which can help reduce household bills, especially important at a time when fuel costs are rising so rapidly.

Think bright, light and adaptable when seeking inspiration and ideas for decorating kids’  bedrooms. Here are our styling tips for creating children’s spaces that grow with them.

We’ve been hard at work transforming a handsome house in south London with no less than seven sets of shutters… and we’re keen to show you the results.

We’ve put together this cheat’s guide to shutters, explaining the different styles available and where they work best, so you can make the right decision and find the perfect shutters for your next project with ease.

We always encourage our customers to send us pictures of their windows before and after they’ve had their window shutters fitted. Here are just two interior transformations – why not send us yours?

Whether you like your décor to have a country-style twist, prefer traditional schemes, favour a contemporary look, or simply like to include an organic element, wood is a must-have ingredient.

Café style shutters are real winners when it comes to creating privacy and maximising light – and they’ll look super chic, too. Check out our top tips on introducing them to your home.

Stay cosy inside when the temperature drops outside. Try these fabulous fixes – all of which you can do yourself

Want to give your bathroom a brand new look without splashing out? Read our expert bathroom remodel ideas, tips and tricks to find out how

Stay ahead of the game with The Shutter Store's top interior trends.

Kitchen cabinets, walls, appliances and floorboards – we've got all the top tips to help you get them looking their best!

Shutters are the perfect choice for a bedroom: they don’t just look stunning, they could be key to your getting a good night’s sleep too.