Minneapolis Plantation Shutters That Last as Long as Your Home
The only window treatment permanently built into your home. Custom measured, custom made, professionally installed by a Hunter Douglas Master Installer. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
Heritance® hardwood shutters — rustic finish, custom built for this exact window
The Only Window Treatment That Adds Value to Your Home
Blinds and shades are window coverings. Shutters are an architectural feature. Once installed, they become part of the home — as permanent and intentional as the trim work and millwork around them.
That distinction matters, especially in Minneapolis homes built for Minnesota winters. Shutters provide insulation, light control, and privacy in a way that no fabric shade can replicate — while requiring almost no maintenance for decades.
"After 20 years, our shutters still look exactly like the day they were installed. Nothing else in this house has held up that well."
Custom Shutters for Every Window in Your Home
No two homes are the same. We carry shutter configurations to fit every window type — from standard rectangles to the most challenging arches and specialty shapes.
Full Height Shutters
One panel covering the entire window opening from sill to top. Maximum light control, maximum privacy, maximum visual impact.
Café Style Shutters
Lower half shuttered, upper half open. Privacy where you need it at street level, natural light from above. Classic Minneapolis brownstone aesthetic.
Tier on Tier Shutters
Upper and lower panels that operate independently. Open the top for light while keeping the bottom closed for privacy — or vice versa.
Arches & Specialty Shapes
The windows other companies refuse to quote. We custom build shutters for arched windows, octagons, raked shapes, and every other non-standard profile.
Bypass Track Shutters
Plantation shutters on a sliding track for patio doors and wide openings. All the elegance of shutters without blocking access to your door.
Bi-Fold Shutters
Panels that fold back completely when opened, revealing the full window. Ideal for wide bays or any window where full light access matters.
The Right Louver Size Changes Everything
Louver size affects how your shutters look, how much light they let through, and how much of your view they frame. Here's how to choose.
Traditional Look
Classic plantation shutter proportion. Works beautifully on smaller windows and in traditional or colonial home styles. More slats per panel means a finer, busier look.
Best of Both Worlds
The most popular size for Minneapolis homes. Clean, modern proportions without feeling oversized. Excellent view-through when open and strong light control when closed.
Contemporary & Open
Maximum view-through when open. Fewer louvers per panel creates a bold, modern look. Best for large windows and contemporary home designs where the window itself is a feature.
Not sure which size is right? During your free in-home consultation, we bring physical louver samples in all sizes. Seeing them in your actual light, against your actual walls, makes the decision obvious. No guessing from photos.
From Consultation to Complete Installation
Four steps. No surprises. You know exactly what's happening at every stage — and when we leave, everything works perfectly.
Free In-Home Consultation
We come to you. Bring louver samples, material swatches, and take precise measurements of every window you're considering.
Custom Manufacturing
Your shutters are custom made to our exact measurements. No standard sizing, no gaps, no adjustments on install day.
Master Installer Installation
Owner Mark or his trained team installs your shutters. Every panel leveled, every louver aligned. We don't leave until it's right.
Lifetime Warranty Activation
Most shutters include a limited lifetime warranty. We walk you through everything before we leave, and we're a phone call away if you ever need us.
🛡️ Our Installation Guarantee
If anything is wrong after we leave — a panel that won't sit flush, a louver that sticks, a frame that doesn't meet your expectations — we come back and fix it. No charge, no argument. After 111 years, we know our reputation is built on the day after installation, not just the day of.
Book Your Free Consultation →See Exactly What Plantation Shutters Will Look Like in Your Home — Before You Commit
We bring the samples to you. Real wood, real composite, every louver size — in your room, in your light. The free in-home consultation is the only way to know for sure.
Shutters vs. Blinds & Shades — An Honest Comparison
We sell both. Here's what we'd tell a friend when they ask which is right for their home.
Not sure which is right for you? We'll tell you honestly during your free in-home consultation — even if the answer is "go with shades."
Minneapolis Homeowners on Their Plantation Shutters
"We had shutters put on every window in our 1940s home in St. Louis Park. The whole house transformed — it looks like we spent twice as much on the renovation as we actually did. Mark measured everything himself, and not a single frame is off by a millimeter. Fifteen years later they still look brand new."
"I had arched windows that three other companies wouldn't touch. Minneapolis Window Shade quoted them without blinking. Came out beautiful — exactly what I was hoping for."
"No pressure, no upselling. They actually talked us out of a more expensive option because it wasn't right for our south-facing windows. That honesty is why I've sent four neighbors to them."
Plantation Shutters Cost More Upfront. Here's Why That's the Right Math.
We won't pretend shutters are inexpensive. They cost more than most blinds and shades. But the comparison that matters is cost-over-time — not cost today.
Most shutter products we install carry a limited lifetime warranty against defects in materials and craftsmanship. Buy them once. Keep them forever.
Plantation Shutter Questions, Honestly Answered
How much do plantation shutters cost in Minneapolis?
Pricing depends on window size, shutter style, material (hardwood vs. composite), and total number of windows. We don't publish ranges because they're misleading — a 2-foot bathroom window and a 6-foot living room bay window are completely different projects. The only accurate way to price your shutters is to measure them. Our free in-home consultation includes a firm, written quote with no pressure and no follow-up calls unless you want them.
How long does plantation shutter installation take?
The in-home consultation takes about an hour for a typical home. After that, shutters are custom manufactured — lead times vary depending on what you order. Installation itself is typically one day for a full home, or a few hours for a single room. We'll give you accurate timing during your consultation.
Are plantation shutters good for Minnesota winters?
Yes — this is actually one of the strongest arguments for shutters in Minneapolis specifically. A closed solid-panel shutter creates an additional barrier at the window, reducing cold-air infiltration and heat loss. Real wood and composite shutters outperform blinds and most shades on this front. If energy efficiency is important, we'll point you toward the right material and configuration.
Can you install plantation shutters on arched or unusually shaped windows?
Yes. Arched windows, octagons, trapezoids, raked shapes — we've handled them all. We custom build to your exact window profile. Many companies decline non-standard windows; it's something we specialize in, and it's one of the most rewarding installations we do.
Real wood or composite — which should I choose?
If your room has high humidity (kitchen, bathroom, laundry) or the window gets direct afternoon sun for several hours daily, composite is the safer choice — it won't warp. For living rooms, bedrooms, and any room where you want the warmth of real grain or a natural stain to match your trim, hardwood is hard to beat. In practice, many of our customers do hardwood in main living areas and composite in wet areas. We'll give you our honest recommendation when we see your windows in person.
Do you repair plantation shutters, or just install new ones?
We repair shutters — including shutters we didn't install. Common repairs include loose hinges, sticking louvers, broken tilt rods, and frame misalignment. Call us at (612) 922-4100 and describe what's happening; we'll let you know if it's repairable and give you an honest assessment of whether repair or replacement makes more sense for your situation.
Custom Plantation Shutters, Installed the Way They Should Be
Schedule your free in-home consultation. We bring the samples, take the measurements, answer every question — and give you an honest quote with no pressure and no gimmicks.