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Stained Shutters
 Stained
shutters offer a dimension to a room that no other window covering
can provide. Stain is a liquid that penetrates the surface of
the shutter and imparts a rich color. Stains are commonly brown
in tone, but often have colors of red or yellow added. Only
wood shutters can be stained, while plastic, vinyl, poly, and
other synthetic shutters can not be stained.
Various manufactures use a number of names for stain colors
like "Early American", "Fruitwood", "Natural",
"Golden Oak", "Ipswich Pine", "Maple",
"Golden Pecan", "Special Walnut", "Dark
Walnut", "Red Mahogany", "Pickled Oak",
and many others.
Shutter Tip #5
Do not assume that a stain names are
universal. One manufacturer may develop a color and use
the same name as a vastly different color from another
company. You should never select a stain solely based
on the name. Most manufactures of stains recommend that
you test a stain before staining your wood project. |
The species of wood will determine the final appearance of
a stained shutter. Some woods have a very heavy grain, like
oak, and some have a very light grain, like basswood. Some woods
have oils or resins that result in an inconsistent finish.
Stained shutters are best when finished professionally. Shutters
should be hand dipped, rubbed, sealed, sanded, and protected
with a clear top coat. It is possible to finish stained shutters
yourself. Before finishing, consult a professional paint and
stain store.
For quality stained interior shutters, see Horizon
Interior Shutters.
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Window Covering Topics
Interior Shutter Sources
Horizon Custom Interior
Shutters
Custom wood plantation and traditional style interiorshutters for each individual window in your house.
Painted or stained to match the home. Sold online
and shipped nationwide. |
ShutterLand Stock-Size Interior
Shutters
Stock shutters sold online as individual interior
standard size wood plantation or traditional style
shutter panels. Shutters are in stock to ship quick
nationwide. |
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