real wood shutters
Frequently Asked Questions
Q) What type of woods are available?
A) We primarily use Basswood and Oak in the manufacturing of our shutters.
We also offer Mahogany, Cherrywood, Ash, Cedar, and a variety of exotic
woods.
Q) What size louvers are available?
A) 1 1/4", 1 7/8", 2 1/2", 3 1/2", 4 1/2"
Q) Do you have different frame styles?
A) We offer 13 different styles of frames including Z frames, outside
mount and inside mount.
Q) I have an arched window, can that be covered with a shutter?
A) Our shutters can be made to fit any opening including arches, circles,
rakes, hexagons, sliding doors, french doors, room dividers, etc.
Q) Do you offer the hidden tilt rod option?
A) Yes, we call this option Clearview. With Clearview, we use a hidden
rear tilt mechanism in the place of a more traditional front tilt rod.
This gives the shutter a more modern look and opens up the view to the
outside.
Q) Do you offer custom colors?
A) We offer custom paint and stain matching along with over 50 standard
paints and stains. We also offer a variety of finishes including
smooth, sandblasted, antiqued, rubbed, crackled, and more.
Q) What makes your shutters different from other companies?
A) Our wood shutters are engineered to last a lifetime. We use unique
patented processes to ensure that our shutters will not warp, crack, or
yellow. These processes include:
Quarter Sawn Louvers
Craftsmen recognize that quarter-sawn wood is extremely stable,
but its expense and scarcity induce some manufacturers to forego its
use. Our Real Wood Shutter Louvers are made from 100% quarter-sawn wood
to resist cupping, twisting, and warping.
Engineered Wood Stiles
Engineered wood stiles compensate for wood’s tendency to deform by
bonding multiple layers of wood together with pressure, heat, and a
proprietary chemical formulation. The result is an intense level of
durability and a robust support system for our shutter panels.
Prescription Wood Conditioning
We employ our unique Prescription Wood Conditioning technique to
reduce post installation shrinking and swelling. Premium wood is cured
in our own kiln drying chambers slowly at low temperatures. The wood
for each shutter is conditioned to the moisture content of the final
installation location. This ensures that our shutters remain stable and
close tightly, without gaps, for years to come.
Mortise-and-Tenon Joinery
Proper joinery is critical to the prolonged quality of a shutter. Some
manufacturers use less sturdy techniques that are better suited for
drawers and other lightweight applications. We recognize that the shear
and racking forces endured by shutters dictate the use of
mortise-and-tenon joinery.
Hand Finishing
Our labor intensive hand finishing process requires multiple sequences
of sanding and coating with thin layers of stain and paint. This is the
only way to achieve the translucent, deep finish of our wood shutters.
We avoid “cut-down” or “stock program” plans that can result in
sacrifices to product quality.
Demand the Best
Shutters can be a costly, but worthwhile investment, adding enjoyment
and value to your home. That's why we stand behind our shutters.
If you purchase a cheap wood shutter to save money, you are getting
what you paid for. Instead invest in the very best wood shutter in the
market for years of trouble-free use. We set the standard. Go ahead,
ask the tough questions and demand a shutter that is built to last.
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