Hybrid shutters combine the great appearance and texture of wood with the strength, stability, and straightness of advanced modern day materials. Hybrid Shutters offer the modern elegance of quality shutters at an economical price.
The WoodLore from Norman Shutters is, I believe, the finest shutter in the world. WoodLore is a Hybrid shutter because it is an engineered wood that is then covered in polypropylene. Polypropylene is the coating found inside dishwashers and refrigerators. There are several excellent Hybrid shutters on the market today, as well as several solid Celuka materials. Your consultant will be able to help determine which is best for your project.
Several styles of shutters are now made from polymer. The polymers are made abroad by GE and shipped here to America. The shutters are then made to order. This process does increase the cost, but it also cuts delivery time in half. Poly wood shutters do have some limitations such as colors and sizes. One of the most significant limitations to Faux Wood/PolyCore shutters is door width. Where wider doors exist, real wood or reinforced composite, which are lighter in weight, is a good option.
Another alternative to wider doors is a wood material with aluminum reinforcements: polycore. They also offer a good price point, are a fantastic insulator, and are easy to clean. I have these shutters in my own home, and I was pleasantly surprised by how cool my home remains on hot days.
If you’re looking for a shutter with a fantastic stain or a well built composite shutter, there are several excellent hybrid shutters to choose from.