Shutter company that’s a real family affair

Woody’s Shutters is a business with more than 15 years’ experience supplying and installing high quality, bespoke, internal window shutters, commonly known as plantation or Californian shutters.

A true family affair, the business, started by Oliver Carnell, is named after one of his sons, a nickname that is more than appropriate as they only use solid hardwood. And the whole team is like a family - Oliver went to school with business partner Steve and expert fitter Chris was best man at his wedding while his wife works on the admin side.

Oliver admitted the business all began after fitting shutters for his friend’s mum. “It happened by accident really. She loved them and gave my number to friends who had admired them, and it just snowballed from there. I guess I was in the right place at the right time as shutters became trendier and blinds and curtains less so.”

While the design and style of shutters has stayed pretty classic, the thing that has changed over the years is the colour choice. “Fifteen years ago, there were about five options,” said Oliver. “Today there is every colour available you can think of. The other change is people opt for larger slats today, but plantation shutters work for both traditional Victorian/Edwardian homes as well as contemporary new builds.”

And in an attempt to prevent climate change, Woody’s Shutters has set up its own ‘plant a tree’ project, along with ensuring that all wood is ethically sourced so that their business does not negatively impact the environment.

All their shutters are made to measure, handcrafted to your requirements with a five-year warranty on all installations. And continuing that family feel, the person who comes out to measure up for your blinds will probably be back to fit them, so you build a real relationship and get continuity of care. Oliver said: “Our aim is to provide excellent customer care with a great after sales service.”

One of their expert fitters will guide you through the design process with a competitive, no-obligation quote based on your requirements, design and finish.

Craftsmen will create your shutters before returning to meticulously fit them leaving you with an exceptional finish that will compliment your existing decor and improve the aesthetics of any room.

Recent studies conclude that curtains are the least energy efficient of window coverings with shutters resulting in a 51 per cent reduction in heat loss. In today’s cost-conscious society, it looks like shutters are here to stay. And with five boys and two girls for Oliver to pass the business on to, it also looks like Woody’s Shutters are here to stay too!