When it comes to
plantation shutters in Minneapolis, homeowners have the choice of wood shutters or faux wood shutters. Yes, these plantation shutters are made of different materials. But that’s not the only thing that differentiates them. At Sunburst Shutters Minneapolis, we bring you
Polywood®; (a faux wood plantation shutter) and
Ovation®; (a real wood shutter) to match your window treatment needs. Let’s look at how faux wood shutters compare to real wood shutters. From their materials to their ease of cleaning and more.
Materials
Polywood shutters are constructed from a synthetic composite that results in increased energy efficiency and durability. We formed this faux wood shutter 25+ years ago to bring you a high quality plantation shutter that competes with any wood shutter. Our Ovation wood shutters are made from solid teak. This furniture-grade wood shutter delivers the classic look of wood to any room in your Minneapolis home.
Energy Efficiency
Compared to other window treatments, shutters are the most energy efficient in Minneapolis. And in the plantation shutters market, our faux wood shutters insulate 70% better than equivalent wood shutters. That’s not to say our wood shutters are inefficient as the only window treatment that exceeds their efficiency are Polywood shutters.
Durability
Polywood shutters are crafted from a solid-engineered wood substitute that won’t chip. They maintain their integrity longer than traditional wood shutters. They can last over 50 years with adequate care.
Our Ovation shutter is the only five star wood shutter in money can buy. And with both types of joints (mortise-and-tenon and dowel), these wood shutters are the highest grade when it comes to durability and will last decades in your Minneapolis residence.
Cleaning
Both faux wood and wood shutters can be dusted easily. However, if the shutters are in an area prone to stains, dirt, and other marks, just wipe faux and wood shutters with a lightly moistened rag. You’ll want to quickly dry wood shutters.
Colors
Polywood shutters are offered in three premium white paints as well as a range of custom paints that can be matched to the room’s color palette. The color on these faux wood shutters never fades thanks to a high quality paint with UV inhibitors. Ovation wood shutters look stunning when stained with one of our 28 wood stains.
Custom Built
Both faux wood shutters and wood shutters are custom built to fit your window or door perfectly. Our professionals measure the window to construct shutter panels that are elegant and work flawlessly.
Special Shapes
Whether your Minneapolis home has octagon windows or arched ones, we can custom build the plantation shutters you choose to fit seamlessly. Our specialists take every angle and curve into consideration. And with our state-of-the-art computer software and over 40 years of experience, we construct your real wood and faux wood shutters to the exact measurements of your specialty shaped window.
Summary: Polywood Shutters vs. Ovation Wood Shutters
| | Polywood Shutters | Ovation Wood Shutters |
| Materials | Synthetic composite | Teak |
| Energy Efficiency | Highest (insulates 70% better than equivalent wood shutter) | High |
| Durability | 50+ years | 50+ years |
| Cleaning | Dusting, wipe spots with damp rag | Dusting, wipe spots with damp rag |
| Colors | Premium white paints, custom color matching paints | 11 Paint colors, 28 wood stains |
| Custom Built | All custom made | All custom made |
| Special Shapes | Arch, circle, octagon, triangle, french door | Arch, circle, octagon, triangle, french door |
Get More Specifics On Polywood or Ovation Plantation Shutters
For more specifics about Polywood or Ovation shutters in Minneapolis and to schedule a free in-home consultation, call 952-856-8130 or fill out the form below today!
