Plantation Shutters

For bathrooms, kitchens, and other damp rooms we recommend waterproof options — Norman AquaShield (100% waterproof) or Woodlore Plus with the waterproof upgrade. For living areas, Woodlore composite resists warping and yellowing beautifully, and Normandy hardwood is ideal where you want a stained-wood look.

Yes. Because they are custom-fit and permanently mounted, plantation shutters are viewed as a built-in home improvement that buyers prize, and they typically stay with the home.

It is a hidden tilt mechanism that lets you adjust the louvers without a visible front tilt rod, for a clean, modern face on the shutter.

Yes — Norman PerfectTilt G4 motorizes louver tilt so you can adjust shutters by remote, app, or voice, which is especially handy on tall windows.

Yes. AquaShield is Norman’s 100% waterproof shutter, built on the Woodlore Plus hybrid construction with ABS copolymer louvers and rust-proof stainless-steel hinges. It is engineered to handle humidity, splashes, and even direct water contact, so it performs beautifully in bathrooms, laundry rooms, and windows right inside the shower.

Brightwood combines an EcoSmart wood-composite frame with premium hardwood panels to deliver a real-wood look at a more affordable price, and it can be built with extra-wide panels for sliders and large windows. Normandy is 100% premium hardwood with mortise-and-tenon joinery for a true heirloom-quality, stainable shutter. Both offer InvisibleTilt and custom colors.

Woodlore is the world’s best-selling shutter, built on a solid eco-friendly wood-composite core with a patented polypropylene coating — an unbeatable combination of quality and value. Woodlore Plus keeps those wood-composite frames but adds lightweight, ultra-strong ABS louvers, which allow wider panels (up to 36"), more colors, and an available 100% waterproof option. We help you pick the right one for each room and budget.

Composite/poly shutters resist moisture, warping, and humidity extremely well and hold a crisp white finish — ideal for Florida baths, kitchens, and coastal homes. Real wood is lighter and allows wider panels and stained finishes for a premium, natural look.

Yes — especially composite shutters, which shrug off humidity, heat, and moisture that can warp lesser products. They are one of the most popular and durable treatments in Sarasota and Manatee County.

Larger louvers (such as 3.5" or 4.5") give a cleaner view and more light, while smaller louvers read more traditional. We show samples so you can see the look on your windows.

Simply dust the louvers or wipe with a slightly damp cloth. Their easy, wipe-clean surface is a big advantage over fabric treatments in a busy household.

Yes. Bypass and bi-fold shutter track systems are made specifically for sliders and wide openings, giving a coordinated look with the rest of your shutters.

Excellent — tilt the louvers for precise light and privacy, or close them fully for near-darkness and a solid barrier feel that fabric shades cannot match.

Yes. Shutters can be custom-built for arches, angles, and unusual shapes, either operable or as a fixed decorative panel.

Closed shutters add an insulating layer at the window that helps with heat and also provides privacy and a solid feel; they are an interior treatment and not a substitute for hurricane protection.

Quality shutters are built to last for decades, and composite louvers resist the warping and yellowing that affect lower-grade products in the Florida sun.

Yes. Shutters have no cords, and many are available with a hidden (clearview) tilt so there is no visible tilt bar — clean and family-friendly.