Real wood
Custom wood plantation shutters
Our wood plantation shutters are milled and finished from North American basswood at our Lake Forest factory, then installed across Orange County. Basswood handles Southern California sun and coastal humidity without warping.
Why basswood
Basswood is our preferred wood for plantation shutters: light enough to hang straight on tall panels, dense enough to take paint and stain well, and stable enough to resist warping in coastal humidity and inland heat. We hand-select every board and finish each panel at our Lake Forest factory.
Best for
Living rooms, family rooms, bedrooms, home offices, and formal spaces.
Why custom wood plantation shutters
Real basswood
Rich grain that finishes beautifully in paint or stain. Lightweight construction keeps tall panels straight.
Sun-stable
Built to handle Southern California UV. Holds its shape and finish where lesser materials yellow or sag.
Custom fit
Arches, bay windows, French doors, sliders, specialty shapes. Measured and built to your exact opening.
Best insulation
Solid wood is a natural insulator. Closed louvers cut heat gain in summer and drafts in winter.
Endless finishes
Choose from our standard whites and stains, or match a custom paint or stain to your trim and cabinetry.
Timeless traditional look
Real wood grain and clean plantation lines that read upscale in any room and never go out of style.
Built for every window
Whatever the shape, we measure and build to fit. A few of our most-requested styles.
Clearview
No visible tilt rod. A hidden mechanism gives full light control and a clean, modern face.
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Traditional
Center tilt rod, symmetrical design. The classic plantation look, in any room.
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Arched
Cut to follow the curve of your arched windows exactly, preserving the architecture.
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Bay windows
Built to your bay's exact angles and dimensions. A clean, unified look that highlights the space.
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French doors
Cut-outs for handles and locks, sized to open and close with the doors. Privacy plus function.
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Specialty shapes
Circles, hexagons, angles, half-moons. We mill the panel to fit any opening you can frame.
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Designer
Wider louvers and a cleaner face. Built for newer homes where the window is the focal point.
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Sliding
Two- and three-track systems for patio doors and wide openings, configured to slide.
Read moreWood vs poly: which is right for your home?
Both materials are excellent. The right choice depends on the room: real wood for living spaces, poly for high-moisture areas. Here's a side-by-side.
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Common questions
Do wood shutters warp in Southern California sun?
No. We build with North American basswood, which stays dimensionally stable through inland heat and coastal humidity. Every panel is finished at our Lake Forest factory and carries a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship.
Do you make wood shutters for Orange County homes?
Yes. We are the manufacturer. Wood plantation shutters are milled, finished, and inspected at our Lake Forest factory, then installed by our own crew across Orange County. Most orders install in 3 to 5 weeks.
What wood do you use for plantation shutters?
North American basswood. It is light enough to hang straight on tall panels, takes paint and stain cleanly, and resists warping better than the alternatives we have tested.
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Ready to see samples?
Visit our Lake Forest factory and showroom, or schedule a free in-home consultation. We measure, recommend materials, and quote, at no cost.