Elegance for Every Room
Plantation shutters are timeless, elegant, and practical. Designed to enhance your home’s aesthetics, they also provide excellent insulation, light control, and privacy.
- Basswood Shutters
Crafted from durable Basswood timber, these shutters are strong, lightweight, and versatile. Their smooth finish and high-quality build make them perfect for creating a sophisticated look in any room. - Cedar Shutters
Made from high-quality red cedar timber, our cedar shutters are naturally resistant to moisture and insect damage. They add a rustic charm while offering functionality and durability. - Hardwood Shutters
These shutters combine strength and elegance, offering a durable solution for high-traffic areas. Hardwood shutters are perfect for homeowners looking for a luxurious yet practical option.
Explore Our Range
From traditional to contemporary styles and fabrics, our extensive range of plantation shutters, blinds, and curtains offers something for every taste and budget. Whether you prefer the classic elegance of plantation shutters, the sleek look of roller blinds, or the luxurious feel of custom curtains, we have the perfect solution for your home
Why Choose D&R Blinds?
- Expert Design Consultations
Our mobile design consultants visit your home for a free consultation. They measure your windows, discuss your needs, and help you select the perfect solution for your space. - Extensive Experience
With years of expertise, our team understands the intricacies of creating stylish yet functional window furnishings. - Tailor-Made Solutions
No two homes are alike, and neither are our solutions. From material selection to custom sizing, we ensure your window treatments are a perfect fit. - Affordable Prices
We offer competitive pricing without compromising on quality, making luxurious window furnishings accessible to everyone.
Why Plantation Shutters?
Plantation shutters are an elegant and functional addition to any home, offering timeless appeal and practical benefits. These shutters provide excellent light control, allowing you to adjust the slats to let in the perfect amount of natural light, while also maintaining privacy. Their insulating properties help keep your home cooler in summer and warmer in winter, contributing to energy efficiency and reducing utility bills.
Additionally, plantation shutters are easy to clean and maintain, making them a durable and low-maintenance window treatment option. Their classic design complements a wide range of interior styles, adding value and enhancing the aesthetic of your home. With their combination of beauty and functionality, plantation shutters are a smart investment for any homeowner.
Basswood
Basswood is one of the strongest, high quality and hard wearing forms of timber, creating the ideal plantation shutters.
Cedar
Cedar plantation shutters are crafted from high quality red cedar timber that is naturally resistant to moisture and insect damage.
Hardwood
Hardwood plantation shutters are the perfect combination of style, durability, form and function for window coverings in your home.
PVC/Fauxwood
For a timber look and increased durability, PVC shutters are a beautiful choice of shutters for many homeowners.
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Beautiful Design, Superior Quality
At D&R Blinds we’re committed to providing the perfect solution for your windows. In doing so, we’ll keep the following in mind:
Made to Order
Our friendly team at D & R Blinds can assist you in selecting the perfect shutters for your home. We measure with precision and are dedicated to exceptional design and craftsmanship with a guaranteed swift delivery and installation.
It’s easy to find the right window furnishings
We work directly with our factory partners across Australia and offer factory-direct prices on a range of custom-made window furnishings.
A wide range
Blinds, Shutters & Curtains for all window sizes and styles.
Free measure and quote
Our window stylists will provide you with a tailor-made solution for your window furnishings.
Swift delivery & installation
Receive your blinds sooner with a 7–14 day turnaround time
Aussie Made
Feel assured that our products are superior in quality, locally-made, durable and include an extensive warranty.
Friendly Service
Feel confident we’ll provide the
best advice with a smile.
Bespoke Design
Balancing beautiful aesthetics
with functionality
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Fauxwood shutters are made of synthetic materials such as PVC (polyvinyl chloride) or vinyl. They are often painted to look like wood but they will never quite have the same appearance or feel as real wood shutters.
Wooden shutters are made of natural wood and can be stained or painted to match the color of your home. They are also more durable than fauxwood shutters and can last for many years with proper care.
Our window stylists can assist with helping you choose the best type of fauxwood or wooden shutter for your specific needs.
Fauxwood shutters can vary in price depending on their size, style, and material. Generally speaking, fauxwood shutters are less expensive than real wood shutters but more expensive than vinyl shutters.
Our window stylists can assist with helping you choose the best type of fauxwood shutter for your specific needs.
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Most fauxwood shutters last about 25 years. Fauxwood shutters are a great option for homeowners who want the look of real wood shutters but don't want to worry about the upkeep that comes with them. They are also a good choice for homes with children or pets, as they are resistant to scratches and water damage.
Yes, cedar shutters can be painted but it is important to use a paint that is specifically designed for wood. Cedar shutters should also be treated with a sealant or wood preservative before painting in order to protect the wood and help the paint adhere better. If you decide to paint your cedar shutters, make sure to follow the specific instructions on the paint can.
Cedar shutters can last anywhere from 10 to 20 years, but this will depend on the climate, amount of sun exposure, and frequency of use. If you're looking for a shutter that will last even longer than 20 years, we recommend going with an aluminium or vinyl shutter.
Cedar shutters can last a lifetime with proper care. They are a natural and beautiful way to enhance your home’s exterior.
Cedar shutters offer many benefits, including reducing energy costs, increasing the value of your home, and blocking UV rays. The cedar wood also helps repel insects and resist decay and moisture damage. With proper care, cedar shutters can last for many years.
Hardwood shutters can cost a range of prices, depending on the size and type of plantation shutters you choose. Generally, high quality hardwood shutters will be more expensive than traditional window coverings like curtains or blinds.
Some factors that may affect the overall cost of basswood shutters include the number of panels in the shutter, and any features or extras that are added.
It depends as both hardwood and PVC have their advantages and disadvantages. Hardwood shutters are typically more expensive than PVC shutters but they're also generally considered to be a higher quality product. They're also easier to paint than PVC shutters and they have a more natural look that some homeowners prefer.
PVC shutters are cheaper than hardwood shutters and they're also quite durable. However, they can be less attractive than other types of shutters as they’re made from an artificial material. PVC shutters are ideal for wet areas such as the kitchen, laundry, toilet and bathroom.
Hardwood shutters are not hard to clean but they do require some maintenance. You'll need to dust them regularly and vacuum or wipe them down with a damp cloth every few months. To protect the finish of the shutters, apply a coat of polish specifically made for basswood shutters once they are dry.
It depends as both basswood and PVC have their advantages and disadvantages. Basswood shutters are typically more expensive than PVC shutters but they're also generally considered to be a higher quality product. They're also easier to paint than PVC shutters and they have a more natural look that some homeowners prefer.
PVC shutters are cheaper than basswood shutters and they're also quite durable. However, they can be less attractive than other types of shutters as they’re made from an artificial material. PVC shutters are ideal for wet areas such as the kitchen, laundry, toilet and bathroom.
Basswood shutters can last anywhere from 15-20 years, depending on the level of care and maintenance they receive. Like any type of wooden shutter, basswood shutters are susceptible to moisture damage and insect infestation, so it's important to keep them painted and protected from the elements.
Basswood shutters are not hard to clean but they do require some maintenance. You'll need to dust them regularly and vacuum or wipe them down with a damp cloth every few months. To protect the finish of the shutters, apply a coat of polish specifically made for basswood shutters once they are dry.
Basswood shutters can cost a range of prices, depending on the size and type of plantation shutters you choose. Generally, high quality basswood shutters will be more expensive than traditional window coverings like curtains or blinds.
Some factors that may affect the overall cost of basswood shutters include the number of panels in the shutter, and any features or extras that are added.
Plantation shutters are not hard to clean but they do require some maintenance. You'll need to dust them regularly and vacuum or wipe them down with a damp cloth every few months. To protect the finish of the shutters, apply a coat of polish to the shutters once they are dry.
Plantation shutters can cost a range of prices, depending on the size and type of plantation shutters you choose. Generally, plantation shutters will be more expensive than traditional window coverings like curtains or blinds.
Some factors that may affect the overall cost of plantation shutters include the material used (wooden or vinyl), the number of panels in the shutter, and any features or extras that are added, such as colour finishes or hardware.
Our window stylists can assist with helping you choose the best type of plantation shutter for your specific needs.
Plantation shutters are very effective at controlling light in a room. It won’t completely block all light - a blockout blind or blockout curtains are more effective at creating complete darkness. However, plantation shutters are more effective than many blinds, curtains and venetian blinds at blocking out light. They also have extra benefits such as possibly adding value to your home and providing effective airflow.
Yes, in most cases plantation shutters do add value to your home. They improve light control, increase airflow, provide privacy and insulation. They are also perceived as being a higher quality and more luxurious window furnishing.
It's also important to consider the style of your home when deciding whether or not to install plantation shutters. If your home has a traditional style, plantation shutters may be a good choice. If your home is more modern, other window furnishings may be more suited.
Yes, a sliding door can be fitted with plantation shutters to add an elegant and timeless look to your home.
Plantation shutters are mounted onto a separate track to the sliding door and are made-to-measure so they fit perfectly within the frame.
Our window stylists can assist with helping you choose the best type of plantation shutter for your specific needs.