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ShutterKits painted timber shutters are made of a hardwood timber called Poplar. It's been specially engineered and kiln dried to match Australian conditions.

Engineered Timber?
Engineered timber is created by placing strips of timber on top of each other with the wood grain running in opposite directions, which are then glued together. With high heat and high pressure they are pressed together to form the timber that makes shutter components. 

Choosing a window covering for your home may seem like a bit of a task. There are so many aspects to consider, such as privacy and cost. Below are some of the reasons why timber shutters may be worth considering for your home. In comparison to traditional curtains, Timber Shutters are easy to maintain and clean, whereas traditional curtains will fade, stain and cleaning can be a burden.

They Increase Property Value

You've heard people discuss adding plantation shutters to enhance their home – but what exactly are they? The clue to what plantation shutters are is in the name. There are a couple of forms of wooden shutters on the market today, these are the most popular. Originating from plantation era (or Antebellum era) homes in the south of America, plantation shutters are the stereotypical frames that one would expect to see on the old houses that appear in movies such as the Gone With The Wind classic. Here's what you need to know about them.

A change is as good as a holiday. You've decided you need a mini home makeover. Why not start your home improvements by installing timber shutters? They've been around for decades so why not have an attractive, sophisticated and traditional timber feature in your house?