Yorkshire's finest plantation shutter installation company
Welcome to Lafayette Shutters, we specialise in high quality bespoke Plantation Shutters.
Window shutters have been around a long time ,they can be traced back to the ancient Greeks, it was quite a simple idea to keep out the elements….keep it warmer or cooler… it worked quite well….. So well…. that as the centuries passed the more popular they became, the name Plantation Shutter derives from the southern states of America where the cotton and coffee plantations in the late 17th early 18th centuries were situated.
Lafayette, Louisiana was one such place and all the grand houses of the day were fitted with shutters to the windows to keep out the heat … or the cold…..fast forward 250 years and they are still as popular as ever, however the Plantation Shutters of today are far superior to the ones of old, top quality materials, state of the art production techniques makes todays shutters a beautiful work of engineering design and craftsmanship which adds a certain elegance and sophistication to any property. So if you are looking for bespoke quality shutters at extremely affordable prices.
Lafayette Shutters operate in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire areas
We deal direct with the manufacturer (no middleman) which enables us to keep our prices permanently low….we don’t have any higher pressure sales or ridiculous discounts (50% - 60% off …. nobody does in reality) our prices are genuine we check our competitors on a regular basis to make sure we offer the best value.
Click on our QUOTE Button …put in your sizes and it will give you your price ……it’s that easy.
Very simple idea…Quality Bespoke Products plus low price’s = Happy Customers
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Areas we cover
Sheffield, Barnsley, Rotherham, Huddersfield, Doncaster, Worksop, Chesterfield and anywhere in between!
Tom Martin
Had plantation shutters fitted in every room, I'm so impressed with the quality and service from Lafayette, would recommend 100%.
Branda C
Fantastic service from start to finish, would totally recommed these guys, well done, great job
Susan G
Beautifully made, and professionally installed. Thank you, Lafayette, im so happy!
Tony Moore
Shutters fitted in my living room, im so pleased with the quality and service from Lafayette, they look great.
Branda C
Fantastic service from start to finish, would totally recommed these guys, well done, great job
Susan G
Beautifully made, and professionally installed. Thank you, Lafayette, I'm so happy!
Our Shutters
✓All our shutters are covered by a 3 year warranty.
✓ All hardwood shutters come from sustainable sources.
✓ Upvc shutters are fully recyclable
✓ The insulation Values of our shutters can reduce heat loss by over 50%, a significant saving in these times of high energy bills.
Shutter Styles
Full Height Casement
Our most popular shutter style
Bay
Ideal for traditional or modern properties
Cafe Style
Covers half the window, ideal if your window looks on to the street.
Tier on tier
Open the top or the bottom half to give as much or little light as required.
Tracked
Ideal for French or patio doors or if you just need a room divider.
Shaped
Bespoke shaped shutters available on request.
Shutter Materials
Paulownia Shutters
Paulownia hardwood is strong, lightweight and fast growing. Paulownia offers excellent stability due to its engineered core, its fine grain texture, knot free appearance and low oil content making it ideal for painting or staining. Ideal for most rooms (except bathrooms and kitchens due to high moisture content).
Paulownia can be painted or stained
(40 different colours and stains)
Basswood Shutters
Basswood hardwood is a very strong and high density hardwood one of the straightest hardwoods extremely resistant to warping. Ideal for most rooms in the house including kitchen (except bathrooms due to high moisture content).
Basswood shutters can be painted only
(40 different colours)
uPVC Shutters
UPVC Shutter tick all the boxes, resistant to moisture so can be installed in any room including bathrooms, wet rooms etc. New technology in our painting process allows for upvc to be finished in the same high grade paint finish as solid woods, to the naked eye the finish will be consistent.
UPVC shutters can be painted only
(40 different colours)
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UK uPVC Shutters
We now also have UPVC shutters made in the UK with lead times of 3 to 4 weeks.
These come in full height Casement style and also Bay windows…..in white only (which is our most popular colour)
*Average lead times on our non UK plantation shutters is 10 to 12 weeks
Shutter types and styles
Classic Front Tilt Rod
Can be fitted to hardwood only.
Clear View Tilt
Can be fitted to hardwood and upvc.
Hidden Tilt, Built in Frame
(hidden tilt is 10% extra, and can only be used on hardwood shutters)
Painted or stained
(standard stained is 15% extra, and can only be used on paulownia shutters)
Colours & Stains
Shaped Windows? Not a problem
We also supply shutters for all different shaped windows (arches, circles etc.) just send an email with details, measurements (with photo if possible) for estimate.
What to do now
So …. Pick which material you prefer (Hardwood or Upvc ) and then your shutter design/type, painted or stained etc., just follow the pointers on screen.
You will then receive an email with the estimated cost, if you are happy with the price you can either email or phone and we will send out a surveyor to show you samples of our products and advise and answer any questions you may have ………………and then it’s completely up to you there’s no commitment or obligation.
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Whatever type of window you have, we have the shutters to suit and enhance your home!
We do things a slightly different around here we pride ourselves on being fully transparent…on price and from order to installation we keep you informed every step of the way….ready to get the ball rolling?