Kitchen Shutters | Stylish, Practical & Moisture-Resistant

🏡 Kitchen Shutters

The kitchen is one of the most practical spaces to install plantation shutters — but also one of the most demanding. With high humidity, steam, and splash zones around sinks and hobs, it’s essential to choose shutters that can handle the environment as well as enhance the room’s style.

Whether you’re looking to maintain privacy, soften light, or complement a traditional or modern kitchen, our range of moisture-resistant shutters offers both functionality and flair. From café style shutters that let in natural light while shielding eye-level views, to full height panels for a sleek, structured finish — we’ll help you choose the best option based on your kitchen layout and usage.

Key Features of Kitchen Shutters

✅ Moisture-resistant – ideal for steamy or splash-prone areas
✅ Café style shutters – privacy and light above counter height
✅ Full height shutters – more complete window covering
✅ Waterproof options – ABS Coated, UK-made, & ABS slats
✅ Wipe-clean finishes – no grain, just smooth, hygienic surface
✅ Door configuration planning – important near high taps
✅ Layering options – Roman blinds can add warmth
✅ Fitting advice – our surveyors plan around sinks & cookers

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📐 Layout Planning in Kitchens

Kitchens are one of the most functionally demanding areas for shutters — not just because of steam and humidity, but because of the practical challenges around window placement, tap clearance, and how you use your space daily.

Our team takes all of this into account during your consultation:

• ✅ Sink placement: If your window is directly behind the sink, we’ll consider how high taps and handles might impact shutter panels
• ✅ Hob & extractor location: Steam from cooking areas affects the choice of material and finish — especially near tiled splashbacks
• ✅ Use of window sills: Kitchens often make use of deep sills for plants, storage, or accessories — so we’ll plan shutter placement to avoid obstruction
• ✅ Recess depth: We’ll advise whether shutters should be fitted inside the recess for a clean look, or further forward if needed for practicality

No two kitchens are the same, and that’s why accurate measuring and expert planning is essential.

🧼 Choosing the Right Material for Easy Cleaning

In kitchens, material choice matters — not just for moisture resistance but for day-to-day cleaning. We recommend smooth, non-textured finishes that are easy to wipe down and resist steam, and splashes.

✅ UK-Made Waterproof Shutters (Wisley Range)

Fully waterproof and made here in the UK, the Wisley range is an ideal choice for kitchens. It offers excellent resistance to humidity and daily use — and with a 5-week lead time and nine colour options, it’s one of the most versatile ranges available.
It’s also an eco-conscious option, manufactured with sustainability in mind.

✅ ABS-Coated Waterproof Shutters (Herm Range)

Specifically designed for wet environments, the Herm range features a hard-wearing ABS-coated finish that’s fully waterproof. Perfect for shutters near sinks, cookers, or anywhere steam is a regular feature.

✅ ABS Slat, Wipe-Clean Shutters (Alderney Range)

A practical option for less exposed areas, the Alderney range includes ABS slats and MDF frames — making it splash-resistant and suitable for kitchens with good ventilation. Best for windows away from direct water or steam exposure.
Easy to wipe clean, but not recommended for high-moisture zones.

All of these options are non-porous and ideal for day-to-day cleaning with a soft cloth or damp sponge.

🧼 Cleaning Kitchen Shutters

Kitchen shutters naturally face more wear than those in other rooms — with moisture, steam, and cooking residue building up over time. Fortunately, with the right shutter material and simple maintenance, keeping them clean is easy.

✅ For Waterproof Shutters

Herm or Wisley Ranges

• These are fully waterproof and can be wiped down with warm water and mild detergent
• Use a soft cloth or sponge and ensure you dry thoroughly afterwards to avoid residue

✅ For Splash-Resistant Shutters

Alderney Range

• Best suited for drier areas of the kitchen
• Wipe slats gently with a damp cloth — avoid soaking the MDF frame
• Never use bleach or abrasive pads

🧽 Cleaning Tips:

• Focus on tilt rods, slat edges, and handles where grease tends to build up
• Use a microfibre cloth or vacuum with brush attachment for regular dusting
• Don’t forget to clean behind the shutter panels, especially between the frame and window

🪟 Shutter Styles for Kitchens

Choosing the right shutter style for your kitchen depends on how you use the space, the layout of your windows, and how much privacy, light, or sill space you want to retain. Here’s how the most popular styles work in a kitchen setting:

✅ Café Style Shutters

Café style shutters are a great option for many kitchens. Fitted to cover only the lower half of the window, they provide privacy where it matters — while leaving the top section open to let in natural daylight.

• Often fitted further back in the recess, helping preserve sill space for plants or utensils
• Best paired with smaller slats (e.g. 63mm) to allow clearance from window handles while staying close to the glass
• Ideal for street-facing windows or homes where privacy is needed at eye level

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✅ Full Height Shutters

Full height shutters offer more comprehensive coverage — ideal if you want to block more light in the evenings, retain warmth, or dampen kitchen noise.

• Include a mid-rail, so you can tilt the top and bottom sections independently
• A better choice if your kitchen window faces onto a neighbour’s property or a road
• Also great for reducing draughts in older or single-glazed windows

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⚠️ Tier-on-Tier Shutters (Limited Use in Kitchens)

Tier-on-tier shutters can work in some kitchens, but they require more planning. This style gives you separate top and bottom doors — but to function well, they usually need to be:

• Fitted at the front of the recess, not further back
• Installed where there’s enough wall space left and right for the doors to fold open cleanly
• Used in kitchens where window sill is not used

We’d only recommend this style in kitchens where the layout is open enough to accommodate it.

🔧 Installation Considerations for Kitchens

Fitting shutters in a kitchen isn’t just about measuring — it’s about understanding how the space is used and making sure the shutters enhance, rather than obstruct, your everyday routine.

Here’s what we take into account during our consultation:

• ✅ Tap and sink clearance – We ensure panels can open without clashing with taps or handles
• ✅ Sill usability – If you use your sill for herbs, crockery, or décor, we’ll plan around that
• ✅ Recess depth – Helps determine whether shutters sit further forward or closer to the window
• ✅ Ventilation and moisture zones – We recommend different materials based on proximity to hobs or high humidity areas

All of our shutters are fitted by our own team, not subcontractors, and every installation includes a post-fit checklist to make sure everything is aligned, functional, and ready to use.

🇬🇧 UK-Made Shutters – The Wisley Range

Our Wisley range of UK-manufactured shutters offers a combination of style, speed, and sustainability — without compromising on quality.
• ✅ Made in the UK – great for local support and reliability
• ✅ Fast lead time – delivery and installation in as little as 5 weeks
• ✅ Eco-friendly – significantly lower carbon footprint than imported alternatives
• ✅ Waterproof – suitable for bathrooms, kitchens, and humid environments
• ✅ Wide colour choice – available in nine stunning colours

UK-made shutters are an ideal solution for customers who need their shutters quickly, want to minimise their environmental impact, or simply prefer to buy British.

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🪟 Optional Layering for Softer Styling

While not suitable for every kitchen, some homeowners choose to layer shutters with Roman blinds for a softer look — particularly in open-plan kitchens that extend into dining or living areas.

• ✅ Roman blinds placed outside the recess can soften the edges of the space
• ✅ Where moisture levels are lower or extractor fans are positioned effectively
• ✅ Helps add warmth to contemporary kitchens with minimalistic lines

It’s not essential, but it’s a nice styling touch where conditions allow.

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🆓 Free Temporary Blinds While You Wait

When you order plantation shutters from us, we offer complimentary temporary blinds to cover your windows during the manufacturing period — so you’re never left without privacy or control over light.

These temporary blinds are:

• Free With A Shutter Purchase
• Easy to fit
• Neutral in colour and discreet in appearance
• Ideal for maintaining privacy and comfort while your shutters are being made

📍 Just one more way we aim to make your experience smooth and stress-free.

🪵 Engineered Stiles

Most of our shutters are built with engineered stiles, which are made by laminating multiple layers of timber together. This process improves dimensional stability, reducing the risk of warping over time.

Engineered stiles help your shutters maintain their shape and alignment, especially on taller panels, and contribute to the overall durability of the installation, ideal for the long-term performance of full height shutters.

🪚 Traditional Mortise and Tenon Joints

All of our plantation shutters are built using traditional mortise and tenon joints — a time-tested carpentry method that provides superior strength and long-term durability.

In this method, the rail slots directly into the stile of the shutter frame, creating a solid and secure join without the need for dowels, glue blocks, or short-lived fastenings. This approach:

• Minimises movement and warping over time
• Reinforces the frame’s overall strength
• Ensures a longer-lasting, high-quality finish

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🤝 Our Service Commitment

At Surrey Blinds and Shutters, we combine quality craftsmanship with trusted service, ensuring every customer receives a smooth, professional experience from start to finish.

✅ Our Own In-House Fitting Team

All of our shutters are installed by our own experienced fitters — we never subcontract. You’ll deal with the same trusted team throughout your journey.

✅ Post-Installation Checklist

Once your shutters are fitted, we carry out a detailed checklist to make sure everything is perfect and you’re completely happy before we leave.

✅ 10-Year Shutter Guarantee

We stand by the quality of our products. That’s why all our shutters come with a full 10-year guarantee for your peace of mind.

✅ UK-Made Shutters in as Little as 5 Weeks

Need shutters sooner? Our UK-made range can be manufactured and installed in as little as five weeks – ideal if you’re working to a deadline.

✅ Established in 2009

We’ve been proudly trading since 2009, bringing years of hands-on experience to every consultation, installation, and customer we work with.

✅ Free Temporary Blinds While You Wait

Waiting for shutters to be made? We offer complimentary temporary blinds so you’re never without privacy or light control during the lead time.

Whether you’re fitting out a single bay or updating your whole home, we’re here to help from start to finish – with a team that genuinely cares.

How to Get Started

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