Sustainable Hardwood Shutters
Lewis Hardwood Shutters - Lightweight, Sustainable Premium Style
Our Lewis hardwood shutters offer the perfect balance of premium quality, sustainability, and value. Made from an exceptionally lightweight hardwood, they provide all the beauty of real wood shutters while being easy to operate, highly durable, and an excellent choice for a wide range of window styles.
Sustainably Sourced Hardwood
Crafted from responsibly sourced, fast-growing hardwood, Lewis hardwood shutters are an environmentally conscious option without compromising on strength, stability, or long-term performance.
Extensive Colour & Finish Options
Available in 12 painted colours, 18 wood stain finishes, plus a full custom colour option, these hardwood shutters can be tailored perfectly to suit both modern and traditional interiors.
Ideal for Special Shape Windows
Lewis hardwood shutters are particularly well suited to shaped windows. They can be expertly made for arches, triangles, porthole windows, and other bespoke designs while maintaining a clean, seamless look.
Lightweight Strength for Any Installation
Thanks to their lighter weight construction, Lewis hardwood shutters are suitable for virtually all installations – including standard windows, bay windows, tracked systems, larger openings, and bi-fold door shutters.
Outstanding Value Hardwood Shutters
Offering premium hardwood quality at a more accessible price point, Lewis shutters provide excellent value while still delivering the elegance, durability, and finish expected from high-end hardwood shutters.
Suitable For
Standard and bay window shutters
Special shape shutters including arches, triangles, and portholes
Tracked shutters and larger openings
Traditional and contemporary interiors
Homes seeking sustainable hardwood shutters
Key Features
Lightweight sustainably sourced hardwood construction
12 painted colours, 18 stain finishes, plus custom colour option
Suitable for special shapes and bespoke windows
Ideal for standard, tracked, bay, and large installations
Excellent durability, light control, and insulation
Premium hardwood shutters offering exceptional value
What are Paulownia shutters made from?
Paulownia shutters are made from sustainably sourced hardwood, known for being lightweight yet strong. They are finished with a specialist gesso coating, giving a smooth, durable, high-quality painted finish.
What is Paulownia wood?
Paulownia is a fast-growing, sustainable hardwood. It’s much lighter than traditional hardwoods but still offers excellent strength, making it ideal for shutters – especially on larger windows.
What is a gesso coating?
Gesso is a specialist coating applied to the shutter surface to create a perfectly smooth, hard-wearing finish. It improves durability, resists marks and wear, and gives a more premium painted look compared to standard finishes.
Are Paulownia shutters durable?
Yes – despite being lightweight, Paulownia shutters are very durable. The gesso coating adds an extra layer of protection against everyday wear, making them suitable for busy homes.
Are Paulownia shutters good value for money?
They sit in a great middle ground. You get the benefits of real hardwood – including lighter panels and larger spans – but at a more affordable price than traditional hardwood shutters.
Why choose Paulownia shutters over MDF?
Paulownia shutters are:
- Lighter in weight
- Better for wider panels and larger windows
- Made from real wood
- More versatile in design
MDF shutters are great for standard windows, but Paulownia offers more flexibility and a more premium feel.
How long do Paulownia shutters last?
With proper care, Paulownia shutters will last for many years. The hardwood structure combined with the gesso coating helps maintain both strength and appearance over time.
Are Paulownia shutters easy to clean?
Yes – the smooth gesso finish makes them easy to wipe clean. They require very little maintenance and don’t need repainting.
What colours are available?
Paulownia shutters are available in a wide range of painted colours and stains, including custom options. This gives you far more flexibility than MDF shutters.
What louvre sizes can I choose?
We offer multiple louvre sizes, with 76mm and larger sizes being popular choices. Larger louvres work particularly well with Paulownia due to its lightweight nature.
Can Paulownia shutters be customised?
Yes — all shutters are made to measure. They’re ideal for:
- Larger windows
- Bay windows
- Tier on tier designs
- Tracked shutters for doors
Their lighter weight makes them perfect for more complex installations.
Are Paulownia shutters suitable for bathrooms?
Paulownia shutters can handle normal humidity, but for high-moisture environments like bathrooms, we would usually recommend a fully waterproof option such as PVC shutters.
Can Paulownia shutters be used on large windows or doors?
Yes – this is one of their biggest advantages. Because they are lightweight, Paulownia shutters are ideal for wider panels, large windows, and door openings.
Do Paulownia shutters help with insulation?
Yes – like all shutters, they add an extra layer to your windows, helping to retain heat and improve energy efficiency throughout the year.
Do they offer good light control and privacy?
Absolutely. Adjustable louvres allow you to control light and privacy throughout the day, giving you flexibility without the need for curtains or blinds.