When it comes to
plantation shutters in Salt Lake City, homeowners have their pick of wood shutters or faux wood shutters. Yes, these plantation shutters are made of different materials. But that’s not the only thing that differentiates them. At Sunburst Shutters Salt Lake City, we offer
Polywood®; (a faux wood plantation shutter) and
Ovation®; (a real wood shutter) to meet your window treatment needs. Let’s look at how faux wood shutters compare to real wood shutters. From their ease of cleaning to their energy efficiency and more.
Materials
Polywood shutters are crafted from a synthetic composite that provides increased energy efficiency and durability. We formed this faux wood shutter over 25 years ago to give you a high quality plantation shutter to rival any wood shutter. Our Ovation wood shutters are crafted from solid teak. This furniture-grade wood shutter adds the classic look of wood to any room in your Salt Lake City home.
Energy Efficiency
Shutters are hands down the most energy efficient window treatment in Salt Lake City. And if plantation shutters are what you’re looking for, our faux wood shutters insulate 70% better than equivalent wood shutters. But that doesn’t mean our wood shutters aren’t exemplary when it comes to energy efficiency . The only window treatment to top their efficiency are Polywood shutters.
Durability
Polywood shutters are crafted from a solid-engineered wood substitute that won’t crack. They outlast traditional wood shutters. They can last over 50 years with proper care.
Our Ovation shutter is the only five star wood shutter in the world. And with both types of joints (mortise-and-tenon and dowel), these wood shutters are top quality in durability and will last decades in your Salt Lake City home.
Cleaning
Both faux wood and wood shutters can be dusted easily. However, if you encounter stains, dirt, and other marks, simply wipe faux and wood shutters with a slightly damp rag. Wipe off any remaining residue with a dry cloth – especially on wood shutters.
Colors
Polywood shutters are offered in three premium white paints. And we bring you a selection of custom paints that can be matched to the room’s color scheme. We apply a high quality paint that contains UV inhibitors so the color never fades. Ovation wood shutters look stunning when stained with one of our 28 wood stains.
Custom Built
Both faux wood shutters and wood shutters are custom crafted to fit your window or door just right. Our experts measure the window to create shutter panels that are exquisite and function without a hitch.
Special Shapes
Whether your Salt Lake City home has triangle windows or arched ones, we can custom build your plantation shutter of choice to fit seamlessly. Our experts account for every curve and angle. And with our state-of-the-art computer software and more than 40 years of experience, we construct your real wood and faux wood shutters to the detailed specs of your specialty shaped window.
Summary: Polywood Shutters vs. Ovation Wood Shutters
| | Polywood Shutters | Ovation Wood Shutters |
| Materials | Synthetic composite | Teak |
| Energy Efficiency | Highest (insulates 70% better than equivalent wood shutter) | High |
| Durability | 50+ years | 50+ years |
| Cleaning | Dusting, wipe spots with damp rag | Dusting, wipe spots with damp rag |
| Colors | Premium white paints, custom color matching paints | 11 Paint colors, 28 wood stains |
| Custom Built | All custom made | All custom made |
| Special Shapes | Arch, circle, octagon, triangle, french door | Arch, circle, octagon, triangle, french door |
Get More Details On Polywood or Ovation Plantation Shutters
For more information about Polywood or Ovation shutters in Salt Lake City and to schedule a free in-home consultation, call 801-515-3598 or fill out the form below today!