Plantation Shutters have been appreciated for centuries in open, breezy homes of the Caribbean and the stately Old South, and they continue to complement today’s more contemporary upscale homes. In the 1700’s, plantation shutters were appreciated for their ability to block the direct heat of the sun while still allowing in cooling breezes. Homeowners today still need to block damaging rays of the sun and control privacy without sacrificing the beauty and warmth of natural sunlight.
Plantation shutters unite the past with the present. They transcend their original setting and lend beauty, ambiance, and simplicity to a wide variety of home decors. With each hand-finished louver forming, the all-wood, custom plantation shutter provides a unique combination of form and function; a beautiful design either open or closed. But when slightly tilted, the true beauty of the plantation shutter lies in its ability to capture an atmosphere all its own.
Once the natural light reflects up from the louvers, it gently bounces off the ceiling and creates a tranquil place to relax. Today’s homes are designed to offer the benefits of natural light, and plantation shutters are more appealing than ever.
Shutter Terminology
Stiles: Vertical side pieces that hold the mounted louvers with louver pins.
Tilt Rod: The mechanism that controls the movement of the louvers. It is attached to each louver with a special brad. The tilt rod can be split to allow two different levels of light control on the same panel.
Louvers: The louvers in a shutter are the movable “parallel slats” that are used to adjust the amount of incoming light. They are offered in two shapes, flat or contour, and they come in widths of 2-½”, 3-½”, or 4-½”.
Rails: Horizontal pieces at the top and bottom of each panel. A divider rail may be used in the center of the panel to allow two different levels of light control on the same panel and are preferred on double hung windows.
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Testimonials
"The quality of the shutters is topnotch and they have greatly improved the appearance of our rooms. Everyone from the office, salesperson and installers were very helpful, friendly and professional."
- Mary Powhatan
“Expert measuring, workmanship & installation! The finest shutter available in the metro-Richmond area. Once you buy Shenandoah Shutters you will never buy any other brand. Works of art!”
- Juanita Richmond
“Thank you so much for such EXCELLENT customer service, quality workmanship and installation. I couldn’t be happier. A very refreshing experience from the first call I made to inquire to final installation and follow up!”
- Rhonda Penn Laird
“I am still singing the praises of Shenandoah Shutters and staff. Exceeded all my expectations from the very beginning to the final installation. Sanel explained every aspect. He was patient, professional, engaging and respectful. The installers were excellent and totally cleaned up afterwards.”
- Nancy Manakin Sabot
"Anyone who walks into my home immediately notices my shutters. Excellent quality shutters and installation. I enjoyed working with Amy."
- Carol Sterling
"So many companies have poor service these days that it is a pleasure to deal with one that responds promptly to their customer’s needs."
- Lee Williamsburg
"I am ecstatic with my shutters. They add an elegant look to the rooms. It was a pleasure to work with Shenandoah Shutters."
- Stella Chester, VA
“We love our shutters! Marcia was a joy to deal with. Everyone from Marcia, to the office staff, to the installers were professional, knowledgeable and efficient.”
- Deborah Richmond, VA
“What a great customer experience from start to finish! Marcia was so helpful in our selection and style. The installers were so nice and thorough. We feel like a part of the Shenandoah Shutter family and will be doing more rooms soon!”
- Crystal Urbana
“The shutters are a joy in my life! I will certainly recommend Shenandoah Shutters to anyone who is looking to get new window treatments.”
- Julia Virginia Beach
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