Polycomposite
RecommendedThe right material for any kitchen window. Waterproof, grease-resistant, wipes clean, 10-year manufacturer guarantee.
Kitchen Shutters
Kitchens are not always wet rooms, but the windows near sinks, hobs, and busy family areas need a practical material. Polycomposite is the safer choice where there is steam, splashing, or frequent wiping down.
Above the sink, cafe-style gives privacy and natural light. On garden doors and patio windows, full-height or tracked configurations work cleanly.
The room's brief
What kitchen shutters need to do
Kitchens can involve grease from cooking, condensation from the kettle and hob, and frequent surface contact, especially over the sink.
Polycomposite is easy to wipe clean and is the safest material choice where the window sees splashes, steam, or regular condensation.
Priorities for this room
What we focus on for kitchen shutters
Waterproof + grease-resistant
The painted Polycomposite surface wipes clean of cooking residue, splashes, and condensation without leaving marks or affecting the finish.
Privacy without losing the view
Most kitchen windows look onto the garden, an alleyway, or the street. Cafe-style configurations cover the lower half for privacy while keeping the top open for daylight and view.
Clean lines in a busy room
Kitchens have a lot going on visually. A clean shutter with hidden tilt looks calmer on the window than blinds with visible cords or curtains that gather grease.
Material recommendation
Polycomposite or Hardwood for kitchens?
Hardwood (basswood)
AvoidUsually not our recommendation near sinks, hobs, or regular steam. Hardwood can still suit dry dining areas away from moisture.
Common configurations
How kitchen shutters are typically laid out
- Cafe style over the sink
- Cafe rail set just above the kitchen worktop, shutter covers the lower window only. Daylight stays in the room, the sink and food prep area are private from outside.
- Full height on a side window
- For side windows that look onto an alley or neighbour, where you want privacy across the full height of the window.
- Bifold or tracked garden doors
- For wide openings onto the garden, where hinged shutters cannot reach. A top-track system slides the panels open along the wall when not needed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Polycomposite handles both. The painted surface does not absorb grease, and a wipe with a damp cloth removes any residue. Steam is no different from bathroom steam - the material is engineered for humid environments.
Usually slightly above the counter, so the shutter covers the sink and prep area without intruding on the visible work surface. We confirm the exact height at the survey based on the window position relative to the counter.
No, we configure the frame and panel depth so the window itself still opens behind the shutter. Sash, casement, and tilt-and-turn windows all work behind a properly fitted shutter. We check the operation at the survey before specifying.
Yes, using a tracked configuration. The panels slide along a top-mounted track instead of hinging from a side frame. Suits openings up to about 6 metres wide. Polycomposite is the standard material because the lighter weight handles better on a long track.
A weekly dust is plenty. A damp cloth wipe-down monthly handles any grease build-up. Avoid solvents and abrasive cleaners - warm water with a small amount of mild washing-up liquid is more than enough.
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