Which Hunter Douglas Window Shutters Are Right for You?
Hunter Douglas window shutters are a modern, highly evolved cousin of the traditional shutters we see on homes. They’re interior window treatments that mount either inside or outside the window frames to control light and privacy. As a bonus, Hunter Douglas shutters have elegant, sophisticated profiles and a variety of material options that make them suitable for almost any space.
Our design team at Rebarts Blinds & Shades helps clients decide which style is right for them; we’re always happy to help finalize your design. If you’re interested in the durability and lasting value of interior shutters, let’s deep dive into each style and how to select the best fit for you!
Blending the Best Shades and Draperies in One Style
At Rebarts Blinds and Shades Store locations, we showcase working displays of these Hunter Douglas interior shutters in three categories:
1. Palm Beach™ Polysatin™ Vinyl Shutters are the brand’s most durable interior shutters. They're built to last, constructed from Hunter Douglas Polysatin™ high-quality vinyl, sturdy resin blocks, and aluminum bracing for additional strength. These poly shutters resist the sun’s UV rays, moisture, and mildew, and provide great view-through—making them an excellent fit for kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, garages, and anywhere in your home where moisture and humidity could be an issue.
- 2 ½", 3 ½" or 4 ½" louver sizes
- UV Resistant
- Guaranteed by Palm Beach Promise™
- Polysatin™ compound for water resistance
2. Heritance® Wood Shutters have genuine, ethically sourced basswood or poplar hardwood. They are build with fine furniture-grade Truemill® dovetail construction, and coated in a durable Integra™ Finish. Choose from over 20 paints and stains, plus custom choices.
- 2 ½", 3 ½" or 4 ½" louver sizes
- Harvested from responsibly managed forests
- For every purchase, Hunter Douglas donates to the Arbor Day® Foundation
3. NewStyle® Composite Shutters are a middle ground between the two other styles. They look like finely painted wood, have the durability of vinyl, and come in five color choices. These shutters offer composite materials, Truemill® dovetail construction, and a low-luster, luxurious Finetech® finish.
- 2 ½", 3 ½" or 4 ½" louver sizes
- Micro-smooth satin coating
- Soil and dust-resistant finish
A Guide to Finding Your Perfect Hunter Douglas Shutters
We recommend Palm Beach™ Polysatin™ Vinyl Shutters for high-moisture areas like bathrooms and kitchens, since they resist warping and mildew growth. Their UV resistance also makes them ideal for sunrooms that experience intense light exposure during the day.
Heritance® Wood Shutters work beautifully in formal living spaces, dining rooms, and bedrooms that don’t get a lot of foot traffic. Avoid windows that receive excessive heat and moisture, since wood doesn’t handle humidity or resist moisture damage as effectively as other options. The wide selection of stains and paints lets you coordinate these shutters with existing décor.
NewStyle® Composite Shutters are ideal for family rooms, home offices, and children's bedrooms. They offer painted wood's aesthetic appeal without maintenance worries—the soil-resistant finish withstands everyday wear from busy households.
FAQ for Hunter Douglas Shutters
How can I decide which shutter width to order?
Our team of measurement and installation experts will come to your home and complete a series of precise measurements. First, we’ll consider the room’s ceiling height. Higher ceilings and larger rooms will accommodate the look of wider slats proportionally. Then, we look at the room’s trim width; shutters should complement rather than overpower that woodwork. However, any shutter cn feasibly fit into any design. Narrow louvers are more classic and traditional where wider plantation-style louvers are a modern architectural feature.
What color should I pick?
White and off-white shutter finishes brighten spaces and create airy atmospheres. Natural wood stains add warmth and tend to feel more traditional.
Do shutters work with drapes?
Many of our clients layer interior shutters with custom drapery. This rich, textured look also adds insulation benefits.
We Customize, Measure, and Install Hunter Douglas Window Shutters
The Rebarts Blinds & Shades team looks forward to helping you select the right interior shutters for your home, and we know you’ll be thrilled with the results. Visit our showrooms in Burlingame, Los Altos, Menlo Park, and San Carlos, CA or contact us for a consultation.
We proudly serve the surrounding areas of Burlingame, Los Altos, Menlo Park, and San Carlos as well as Palo Alto, Mountain View, Cupertino, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Los Gatos, Redwood City, Foster City, San Mateo, Saratoga, Belmont, Woodside, Redwood Shores, Millbrae, Aptos, Atherton, and Stanford, CA.
