Your trusted resource for expert advice on window treatments since 2019
Plantation Shutters Australia was born out of frustration. When our founder, Michael Chen, renovated his first home in suburban Melbourne back in 2019, he discovered just how confusing the world of window treatments could be. With countless materials to choose from—basswood, PVC, composite, aluminium—and a dizzying array of louvre sizes, mounting options, and price points, finding reliable, unbiased information felt nearly impossible.
Most online resources were thinly veiled sales pitches from manufacturers or installers. Product comparisons were skewed toward whoever paid the most for advertising. And when Michael asked friends and family for advice, he received contradictory opinions that only added to his confusion. Should he choose waterproof PVC for the bathroom even though timber looked better? Would 89mm louvres make his small windows look awkward? The questions seemed endless.
After spending weeks researching materials, visiting showrooms across Melbourne, and consulting with professional installers, Michael finally made his choice: composite shutters with 89mm louvres for the main living areas, and moisture-resistant PVC for the bathrooms. The result exceeded his expectations, transforming his home's aesthetic while dramatically improving energy efficiency and light control.
To provide Australian homeowners with honest, thoroughly researched information about plantation shutters—helping you make confident decisions without the sales pressure.
That experience sparked an idea: what if there was a dedicated resource where Australian homeowners could find genuinely helpful, unbiased advice about plantation shutters? A place that explained the real differences between materials, offered practical guidance on measuring and installation, and featured transparent product comparisons based on actual testing rather than advertising dollars?
Plantation Shutters Australia launched in early 2020 with a simple mission: to be the resource Michael wished he'd had during his renovation. We don't manufacture shutters. We don't install them. We're simply a team of home improvement enthusiasts who've spent years learning everything there is to know about plantation shutters in the Australian context.
Unlike manufacturer websites that naturally promote their own products, or installer sites that push whatever earns them the highest margin, we have no hidden agenda. Our only goal is helping you find the right shutters for your specific situation—whether that's budget-friendly PVC shutters for a rental property or premium basswood shutters for a heritage Queenslander.
Every guide we publish reflects hands-on experience and thorough research. We've measured windows in dozens of Australian homes, from modern apartments in Sydney to weatherboard cottages in Adelaide. We've seen how different materials perform in Queensland's humidity, Victoria's temperature swings, and Western Australia's intense UV exposure. This real-world knowledge informs everything we write.
We're transparent about how we operate. When you purchase a product through one of our links, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps fund our research and keeps our guides free for everyone. However, we never let affiliate relationships influence our recommendations. If we think a cheaper product serves you better, that's what we'll suggest—even if it means a smaller commission for us.
Our small but dedicated team brings together diverse expertise in home improvement, interior design, and content creation. We're based across Australia—from Brisbane to Perth—which gives us firsthand insight into how different climates affect shutter performance.
Michael still leads the team, now with over five years of experience helping Australians navigate the plantation shutter market. He's joined by contributors who share his passion for quality home improvement advice: former tradespeople who've installed thousands of shutters, interior designers who understand how window treatments impact a room's aesthetic, and homeowners who've recently gone through the selection process themselves.
Together, we've reviewed over 50 products, published comprehensive guides on every aspect of plantation shutters, and helped countless Australian families transform their homes. We're constantly updating our content to reflect new products, changing prices, and evolving best practices.
Whether you're renovating your forever home or simply updating a single room, we're here to help. Browse our guides, compare products, and feel free to reach out if you have questions we haven't answered. Your perfect plantation shutters are waiting—and we're excited to help you find them.