UK-Made Shutters: Choosing Shutters Made in the UK

When choosing shutters for your home, there are plenty of things to consider, from the style and colour to the material, finish and installation. Where shutters are made can also be an important consideration, particularly if you value British manufacturing and locally produced products.

We offer a range of shutter styles and materials to suit different homes and requirements, including our Allsop Range of shutters made in the UK. Designed and manufactured at our own factory in West Malling, Kent, the range combines premium Basswood hardwood with skilled craftsmanship and modern manufacturing technology.

Why choose British-Made shutters?

Choosing shutters made in the UK is one of several options available when selecting shutters for your home. For some homeowners, the appeal lies in knowing where their shutters are manufactured and choosing a product made closer to home.

Our Allsop Range is manufactured at our own Kent factory, giving our team greater oversight of the production process from start to finish. It also means we can offer shorter lead times, as well as ongoing support and aftercare from our Kent factory.

The benefits of Basswood Hardwood

Our UK-Made range is crafted from premium Basswood, a strong yet lightweight hardwood selected for its quality, durability and smooth finish.

Basswood has a fine, even grain, giving the shutters a smooth, clean finish. The Allsop Range is available in Super White, a classic white that works well across a variety of interior styles and complements both traditional and contemporary spaces.

If sustainability is an important factor when choosing products for your home, Basswood is a great option. It’s a sustainable timber, while our Kent factory runs on renewable energy and we recycle the packaging used for our shutters. Together, these measures help us reduce the environmental impact of our manufacturing process.

Bespoke shutters made for your home

The Allsop Range is made-to-measure, allowing each shutter to be crafted to the individual size and requirements of your windows. The lightweight nature of Basswood also makes it well suited to larger windows and doors, where keeping the shutters easy to operate is particularly important.

From full height and café-style shutters to tier-on-tier designs, there are different configurations to suit the way you use each room. Basswood can also be used for shutters for patio doors, French doors and other large glazed areas, creating a consistent look across your windows and doors.

Whether you’re looking to add shutters to a single window or create a coordinated look throughout your home, our UK made wooden shutters can be made specifically for your space.

Take a look at our one of our full home UK made shutter installations here.

Made in Kent, with short lead times, quality control and aftercare

Manufacturing wooden shutters at our factory in Kent means our team can oversee each stage of the process, from production through to the finished shutters. For customers choosing our UK-made range, this also means we can offer shorter lead times, with shutters manufactured in as little as four to six weeks.

Watch our wooden shutters being made in our Kent factory.

What to consider when choosing UK-made shutters

If you’re considering shutters made in the UK, there are a few things worth looking at to make you choose the right option for your home.

Where are they made? Look for information about where the shutters are actually manufactured and how the process is managed.
What materials are they made from? The type of timber can affect the weight, finish and suitability for different windows and doors.
What styles are available? Consider how different shutter configurations will work with your windows, doors and the way you use each room. These are details that can be discussed and finalised during a home consultation.
What is the lead time? If you’re working to a particular renovation or installation date, it’s worth checking how long the lead times are.
What happens after installation? Look at the warranty and aftercare available, so you know what support is there should you need it in the future.

Our Allsop Range brings together premium Basswood hardwood, bespoke craftsmanship and UK manufacturing, all made at our Kent factory. If you’re looking for shutters that are made specifically for your windows or doors, our team can help you explore the available styles and find the right fit for your home.

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