To put it simply, yes! There is no difference in their meaning, they are just different terms that refer to the shutters that we supply and install.
Historically both colonial and plantation shutters were created for the purpose of controlling interior temperatures and increasing privacy and, although these functions are still their primary functions, the trend of creating window shutters that are aesthetically pleasing as a fashion item has definitely increased over the past few years. There are many custom options available for custom window shutters, and they are becoming increasingly popular in the UK. In the last few years, more shutters have been installed than ever before.
Plantation Shutters
This style of the louvred door was originally prevalent among traditional plantation homes, and it continues to be popular among western American and European homes, where the wider, longer louvre blades help to provide better ventilation on those hot days. It is considered that the Plantation style of shutters is seen as more modern and popular than other varieties of shutters. Therefore, a wide range of customisable options is available for these shutters.
Colonial Shutters
In some instances, colonial shutters are also known as traditional plantation shutters since they were developed in the northern region of the United States. This type of shutter is commonly found in early American homes, but is less durable than plantation shutters, and is generally more difficult to find. There are usually shorter, narrower louvres, as opposed to the wider elliptical louvres of plantation shutters.
Our Shutters
Incorporating modern manufacturing techniques, our window shutters offer an attractive and hard-wearing window dressing that combines the best of both worlds.
Almost all the shutters that we supply and install can only be used indoors or inside the home. We provide a wide range of shutters to suit everyone's needs, from the entry-level MDF shutters to the deluxe hardwood shutters.
The vast majority of the shutters we supply are louvred, but we also provide solid shutters as an alternative. More information can be found by visiting our shutters page.