Shutters
Tier on tier shutters, made to measure
Independent top and bottom panels, so you can open one and keep the other closed. Every frame is templated to your opening, built in hardwood or waterproof faux wood and hung by a shutter fitter.
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Start with the style
Six ways to shutter a window
The style decides how much of the window you can open independently, and how much light you keep when the louvres are closed. Pick one to filter the ranges below.
Full-height
One run of louvres from sill to head. The cleanest look, and the style most modern windows end up with.
Café-style
Louvres across the bottom half only. Privacy from the pavement while the top of the window carries on doing its job.
Tier-on-tier
Two independent sets of panels. Open the top for light, keep the bottom closed — the usual answer for a front room on a street.
Shaped
Arches, angles, gable ends and bay returns, templated to the opening rather than squeezed into a rectangle.
Solid panel
Raised panels instead of louvres. Period rooms, box sashes, and the darkest thing we make for a window.
Tracked door
Panels that slide and stack along a track — for wide patio runs, bi-folds and open-plan room dividers.
Tier on tier shutters
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Explained
Tier on tier shutters, explained
Tier-on-tier shutters are split into separate top and bottom sections, so each half can open and tilt on its own. That gives you more control than a single full-height panel: you can let light in at the top while keeping the lower part more private, or open both for a clear view. They suit many British window shapes, especially front rooms, bays and bedrooms where privacy changes through the day. As made-to-measure shutters, each opening is measured individually and the advisor will confirm the best panel layout for your windows on the day.
Tier-on-tier shutters suit both period and modern interiors. They have a tidy, tailored look, and the horizontal louvres sit well with bay windows, sash-style proportions and simple contemporary rooms.
Best for
- Rooms where you want privacy below and more daylight above
- Bay windows, sash-style windows and taller openings
- Bedrooms and living rooms where light levels change through the day
- Homes that want shutter insulation without cords
- People who prefer a more flexible alternative to full-height shutters
Worth knowing
- The split line across the panels is part of the design, so think about where you would like it to sit
- Very small windows may suit another shutter style better; your advisor will confirm on the day
- Shutters take longer to fit than blinds, so allow a morning for a typical room
How to choose
- 1
Decide how you want the window to work
The main reason to choose tier-on-tier is independent control. If you often want the lower half private but the upper half open, this style earns its keep. If you usually open the whole window in one go, full-height shutters may be simpler.
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Think about the split position
The meeting rail affects both the look and the day-to-day use. On some windows it lines up neatly with existing glazing bars or a natural break in the frame. Your advisor measures each opening and can suggest a practical position.
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Choose finish with the room in mind
This filter leans towards painted whites, warm neutrals, greys and some darker or wood-grain looks. Bathrooms and kitchens often suit easy-clean painted finishes, while living rooms and bedrooms can take either painted or wood-look styles.
Tier on tier shutters: questions people ask
Are tier-on-tier shutters better than full-height shutters for privacy?
They can be, if privacy changes through the day. Because the top and bottom sections work separately, you can keep the lower half closed while opening or tilting the upper half for extra daylight. If you prefer one uninterrupted panel, full-height may be the neater choice.
Do tier-on-tier shutters work on bay windows?
Yes, they are often a good match for bay windows because each section can be adjusted independently across the run. That makes it easier to manage light and privacy from different angles. Every opening is measured on its own, and your advisor will confirm the best layout for the bay.
Can I get tier-on-tier shutters in bathrooms?
Often, yes. This filter includes shutter ranges shown for bathrooms, and waterproof materials are available for bathrooms and wet rooms. If the room is steamy or the window sits close to a wet area, your advisor will confirm the most suitable material on the day.
Will the split make the shutters look busy?
Not usually. The central split is visible, but on many windows it looks natural, especially if it lines up with the window's own bars or proportions. In larger rooms it can add structure rather than clutter. If you want a plainer look, compare them with full-height shutters.
What sort of colours are in this tier-on-tier shutters filter?
From the sample shown, most options are painted whites, off-whites, warm neutrals, grey tones and a few deeper wood-grain or darker painted finishes. Some ranges are softer in tone, including pale blush and powder blue, so the filter is broader than plain white shutters alone.
How it's made
How tier-on-tier shutters work
Tap a number to see what each part does, and what you'll be choosing at your appointment.
1. Upper tier
The top panels open on their own, so the room gets daylight and sky…
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Reviews
What customers say about their shutters
What reviewers mention most
- Outstanding service and quality consistently praised by customers.
- Quick installation and friendly, respectful staff enhance the customer experience.
- Wide range of materials available at competitive prices.
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What reviewers mention most
- Outstanding service and quality consistently praised by customers.
- Quick installation and friendly, respectful staff enhance the customer experience.
- Wide range of materials available at competitive prices.
An automated summary of our Google reviews.
Why our shutter service is right for you
01
Surveyed before anything is ordered
A shutter frame has to sit square in an opening that almost never is. We survey the window properly, record where it runs out, and build the frame to the opening you actually have.
02
Louvre width changes everything
A wider louvre means fewer blades across the window and more glass when they are open. A narrower one reads finer and more traditional. Both are worth seeing at full size before you commit.
03
Material matched to the room
Hardwood for living rooms and bays. Faux wood or waterproof ABS for bathrooms and en-suites, where steam would eventually move real timber and lift a painted finish.
04
Fitted, adjusted and guaranteed
Our own fitter hangs the panels, sets the tension so the louvres hold their angle, and covers the frame, louvres and finish under our 1-year guarantee.
Finance options available. We offer flexible ways to pay so a whole-house refresh doesn't have to land in one go. Your advisor will talk you through what's available at your appointment.
Ask an advisorWorth knowing
What actually decides the price
Shutters are quoted by the opening, not by the metre, and three things move the number more than the fabric of the room ever will.
Material
Engineered and faux wood sit at the accessible end and cope with damp rooms. Hardwood costs more, takes a finer paint finish and allows wider panels without a mid-rail across the middle of the view.
Shape of the opening
A square reveal is straightforward. A splayed bay, an arch or a gable end has to be templated on site and built as a set, which is where the survey earns its keep — get it wrong and the frame simply will not close.
How it opens
Full-height panels are the simplest build. Tier-on-tier doubles the number of hinged panels and frames, and a tracked run adds the track and carriers, so both sit above a like-for-like full-height quote.
How our service works
Three steps, and we handle all of them
01Book an appointment
Pick a day that suits you. It takes a minute, costs nothing, and there's never any pressure to buy.
02We come to you
Your advisor brings the full range, helps you choose for each window, measures precisely and quotes on the spot.
03We fit it for you
Once your order is made, our own fitter installs it, squares it up and takes the packaging away.
Book a free home appointment
An advisor comes to you with the full range, measures precisely and prices the job on the spot. It costs nothing and there's no pressure to buy.
Explore the range
If shutters are not quite right
Shutters are a permanent change to the opening and are priced accordingly. On some windows a blind does the same job better — your advisor will say so rather than sell you a frame you do not need.
Shutters: your questions answered
Styles, materials, how shutters compare with blinds and what fitting day looks like.
What shutter styles are there?
Full height covers the whole window in one or more panels. Café style covers the bottom half only, so you keep privacy at street level and light above. Tier-on-tier splits into independent top and bottom panels, so you can open one and keep the other closed. Shaped panels follow arched, angled and gable windows.
Why choose shutters over blinds?
Shutters are fitted furniture rather than a soft covering: they follow the reveal, add insulation and security, need no cords, and are the usual choice in conservation streets and period properties where a blind would hang in front of a frame worth showing.
Which shutter material should I pick?
Hardwood for the finest grain and the largest panels. Engineered wood for stability at a lower price. Waterproof ABS or vinyl for bathrooms and wet rooms. Your advisor matches the material to the room and the span.
How long do shutters take to fit?
A shutter installation takes longer than a blind because each frame is fixed and levelled to the opening — a typical room is a morning's work. Your fitter tidies and takes the packaging away when they are done.
What is the difference between a recess fit and a face fit?
A recess fit sits inside the window opening, so the frame and reveal stay visible and the blind looks built in. A face fit is mounted on the wall or frame outside the opening, which covers the frame completely, blocks more light at the edges and suits shallow reveals. Your advisor holds both against the wall so you can see the difference before choosing.
What guarantee do I get?
A 1-year guarantee on every blind, shutter and motor we supply and fit. If something goes wrong inside that period, ring the office and we come back out.
More answers in our full FAQ, or book a free measure and ask an advisor.
Where we fit shutters
Measuring and fitting are included everywhere we visit. Each county page lists its towns and the days our advisors are in the area.
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