What Are Shutters?

3:28PM 25 November 2025

If you’ve ever wondered “what are shutters?”, window shutters, plantation shutters, or shutter blinds, the answer is simple: they’re all essentially the same thing. These terms are often used interchangeably to describe a stylish and practical window covering that can transform your home.

Internal window shutters are solid coverings installed on the inside of your windows. They typically feature a frame with adjustable slats (also called louvres) that let you control light, privacy, and airflow with ease.

Shutters are suitable for any room, from living rooms and bedrooms to kitchens and bathrooms, and are prized for their durability, timeless style, low-maintenance and kerb appeal.

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Key Benefits of Window Shutters

• Light Control: Tilt the slats to let in just the right amount of sunlight.

• Privacy: Close the shutter panels for total privacy.

• Energy Efficiency: Shutters provide insulation, helping to reduce heat loss in winter and keeping rooms cooler in summer.

• Low Maintenance: Easy to clean and highly durable, unlike fabric blinds and curtains.

• Aesthetic Appeal: Add elegance and value to your home décor.
   

Materials and Styles

Shutters are typically made from hardwood, offering a traditional, premium feel, or PVC fauxwood materials for a moisture-resistant, and low-maintenance option, perfect for kitchens and bathrooms.

Shutters can come in a variety of styles, including:

• Full Height Shutters: Cover the entire window for maximum privacy and insulation.

• Tier-on-Tier Shutters: Split into top and bottom sections for flexible light control.

• Cafe Style Shutters: Cover only the lower half of a window, ideal for kitchens and bathrooms.

• Solid Panel Shutters: Fully opaque panels for complete light blocking.

What Are DIY Window Shutters?

At The Shutter Store, our DIY window shutters are made-to-measure shutters that you, the customer, can measure and install yourself following our expert guides. Unlike standard ready-made window coverings, our shutters are customised to fit your exact window dimensions, ensuring a perfect fit and professional finish without the cost of hiring an installer.

Here’s how it works:

1. Measure Your Windows: Use our easy-to-follow measuring guide to get accurate dimensions.

2. Place Your Order: We manufacture your shutters to your specifications.

3. Install Your Shutters: Follow our clear fitting guide to install your shutters quickly and easily.

By taking care of the measuring and installation yourself, you can enjoy high-quality, custom shutters at a fraction of the cost of professional installation, while still achieving a polished, made-to-measure look.

Why Choose Shutters?

Shutters combine style, practicality, and long-term value in a way that curtains or blinds cannot. They are a durable, low-maintenance solution that improves light control, insulation, and aesthetics in any home. 

 

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