Wood Shutters

WOOD SHUTTERS - IT’S TIME TO GET REAL

You get what you pay for. When shopping for real wood shutters, we encourage you to ask tough questions and demand a shutter that is built to last. Below is a checklist of things you should expect from your shutters.

Are the louvers produced from logs that are quarter sawn?

Our shutters are made from quarter sawn wood that produces louvers of remarkable strength, stability and beauty. As a result, our shutters are less susceptible to cupping, bowing and warping. Flat sawn wood is widely substituted in less expensive wood shutters because it is much more plentiful and inexpensive.

 

Is the wood prescription conditioned?

Kiln dried wood gets you only half way there. It doesn’t mean much unless the right amount of moisture is reintroduced. We employ a patented wood drying technique to reduce shrinking and swelling in each shutter. Our wood conditioning specialist determines the humidity conditions of each customer’s home location. The wood for the shutter order is dried to conditions emulating those of the final installation location.

Are mortise and tenon joints used?

Employing the right joint for the job is one of the hallmarks of fine wood crafting. Proper wood joinery is critical to the prolonged quality of a shutter. Mortise and tenon joints are far superior to butt or dovetail joints and are designed to resist shear and racking forces.

 

How is the wood finished?

Cheap wood shutters typically have a rough finish. Don’t settle for semi-custom or pre-painted components. Our shutters are sanded and finely coated with high quality stain or paint six times, assuring a silken and lustrous finish. The finish is also UV cured which prevents fading of the color over time.

Are the magnets recessed?

The beauty of our magnet is that you can’t see them. With recessed magnets your shutters will close tightly and have a clean and streamline appearance. Combined with the strength of our tilt rod, our magnet ensures years of dependability.

 

Are the tilt rod staples failure proof?

Who knew staples were so important? We did. One of the most bothersome experiences of shutter ownership is staple failure. Our stainless steel staple resists corrosion and changes due to heat. They are also longer than the industry standard and affixed with friction-actuated glue.

 

Are reinforced engineered stiles used?

Nobody wants their shutters to cup, bow or twist. And yet we are the only manufacturer to use reinforced engineered wood, employing a procedure that bonds multiple layers of wood together with pressure, heat, and a proprietary chemical formulation. This imparts an intense level of stability to the cores of our stiles and results in a robust support system for your shutter panels.

Are the louver pins one piece or two?

Most shutters are built with a single piece louver pin. When the louver is moved, it turns in the wood. The benefit of a two piece louver pin is that one piece turns inside the other. This prevents ‘lazy louvers’ over time.

*Some materials/assembly may vary.