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Choosing the right finish for your custom shutters helps your flooring, trim, and windows work together. When the finishes in a room coordinate, the result feels balanced and intentional. The right combination of color, tone, and texture can bring unity to your design and highlight the craftsmanship of your woodwork. Thoughtful coordination also allows your shutters to complement both traditional and modern interiors, adapting easily to your home’s style.

At Shenandoah Shutters, all of our custom plantation shutters are handcrafted in Richmond, Virginia. Every louver and frame is built in our woodshop, using fine hardwoods such as yellow poplar and basswood, with specialty options like mahogany, walnut, cherry, and oak available upon request. Each shutter is hand-sanded and finished with a smooth lacquer, designed to pair beautifully with both painted and stained trim.

Coordinate with Existing Wood Tones

Begin by looking at the wood tones in your home. If your flooring has warm undertones such as honey, cherry, or maple, shutters with a similar warmth will blend naturally. For cooler tones like gray-stained oak or walnut, finishes with cooler undertones keep the look consistent.

Matching does not mean identical. A small contrast between your wood plantation shutters and floors can add interest while maintaining balance. For example, if your trim is painted white and your floors are dark, white plantation shutters can provide a smooth connection between the two.

Paint or Stain

Painted finishes offer a clean, modern style, while stained finishes highlight the natural wood grain. Homes with painted trim or detailed molding often look best with painted custom plantation shutters that match the trim color. Rooms with natural wood flooring and trim may benefit from stained shutters in a similar shade.

If your trim is white or cream, matching your shutters to that tone creates a uniform appearance. For wood trim, choose a stain within a few shades of the existing tone to keep the design consistent.

Using Contrast Effectively

Contrast can work well when you mix similar wood tones. In rooms with lighter flooring, darker shutters draw attention to the windows and create definition. For darker floors, lighter shutters or those that match your trim can make the room feel open and balanced.

Living room plantation shutters often serve as a main design feature. A finish that coordinates with your furniture or mantel keeps the space unified. In kitchens and bathrooms, white or neutral finishes often pair best with cabinets and tile, allowing the room to feel clean and organized.

Coordination Beyond Windows

Shutters play a role in the overall design of a home. For rooms that use shutters for doors, keep finishes consistent with nearby windows or flooring to create visual flow. In open-concept spaces, using the same finish across connected areas helps maintain continuity.

If your home includes a mix of window treatments, aim for similar tones across all materials. Shenandoah Shutters’ patented Softedge Shutter™ design blends seamlessly with any interior style and complements both painted and stained finishes.

A Tradition of Quality Craftsmanship

At Shenandoah Shutters, plantation shutters are the only product we build. This single focus allows us to meet our exacting standards of design and durability. Every shutter is crafted with integrity, from the first cut of wood to the final hand-sanded finish.

We stand behind our craftsmanship with an exclusive 100-year transferable warranty, a promise that reflects the confidence we have in our work. Our team of design consultants, artisans, and installers takes pride in every project, ensuring that your shutters fit perfectly and reflect the quality your home deserves.

Whether you are updating one room or an entire home, custom plantation shutters from Shenandoah Shutters offer lasting style and a coordinated look that ties your flooring, trim, and windows together.

Premium Custom Shutters Made in Richmond, Virginia

For over 30 years, Shenandoah Shutters has been Virginia’s top choice for custom shutters. Our shutters are made in America with the finest American hardwoods. We work with homeowners from start to finish, ensuring our satisfied customers receive the quality they deserve. Call us today at (804) 355-9300 or contact us online to schedule a free in-home consultation.