Waterproof Polycomposite Shutters
Made-to-measure waterproof Polycomposite shutters, also known as faux wood shutters, for bathrooms, kitchens and humid rooms.
Metal insertions inside the louvres and frame provide much better thermal and noise insulation than Hardwood, with a 10-year manufacturer guarantee.
Product Overview
Polycomposite
Polycomposite is our waterproof wood-plastic polymer shutter material. It has a smooth protective coating and metal insertions for added thermal and noise insulation.
Waterproof
Bathrooms, kitchens and humid rooms
Price
From £260/sqm, including VAT and fitting
Insulation
Metal insertions for added insulation
Guarantee
10 years manufacturer
Product Overview
When are Polycomposite shutters the right choice?
Polycomposite uses a waterproof wood-plastic polymer beneath a smooth protective coating. Choose it for rooms with regular moisture or when the metal insertions inside the louvres and frame make stronger thermal and noise insulation the priority.
Waterproof wood-plastic polymer
Polycomposite shutters use a wood-plastic polymer beneath a smooth protective coating. Unlike Hardwood, Polycomposite is waterproof and suited to regular steam, splashes and condensation.
Metal insertions for added insulation
Metal insertions inside the Polycomposite louvres and frame provide much better thermal and noise insulation than Hardwood. The survey confirms the panel and frame arrangement for the opening.
Smooth painted finish
The protective coating gives Polycomposite the same clean, painted appearance as Hardwood. Custom colour matching is available only on Hardwood, while Polycomposite finishes are confirmed from the available range.
Louvred styles only
Polycomposite is available in full height, tier on tier, cafe, bifold and tracked louvred styles. Solid panel shutters are Hardwood only. Shaped work is confirmed from the measured opening.
For wet and humid rooms
Use Polycomposite in bathrooms, kitchens, utility rooms and humid conservatories. Its waterproof construction suits rooms with regular steam, splashes or condensation.
Price, lead time and guarantee
Polycomposite has a 10-year manufacturer guarantee. British-made Express costs £315/sqm with a 2-3 week lead time. Plan & Save costs £260/sqm with an 8-9 week lead time. Both include VAT, the home survey, supply and fitting.
Specifications
Full Specifications
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- Material
- Waterproof wood-plastic polymer, also known as faux wood in our range
- Construction
- Metal insertions inside the louvres and frame
- Waterproof rating
- Suitable for wet rooms
- Insulation
- Better thermal and noise insulation through metal insertions inside the louvres and frame
- Finish
- Smooth protective painted coating; custom colour matching is available only on Hardwood
- Louvre sizes
- 63mm, 76mm, 89mm
- Tilt system
- Hidden tilt and bar tilt available
- Styles
- Full height, tier on tier, cafe, bifold and tracked; solid panels are Hardwood only, while shaped work is confirmed at survey
- Warranty
- 10 years manufacturer
- Express range
- £315/sqm including VAT, home survey, supply and fitting; British-made with a 2-3 week lead time
- Plan & Save range
- £260/sqm including VAT, home survey, supply and fitting; made overseas to the same specification with an 8-9 week lead time
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Faux wood window shutters use a wood-plastic polymer rather than real timber. In our range, faux wood shutters are called Polycomposite shutters. They have a smooth protective coating and metal insertions inside the louvres and frame.
Yes. Polycomposite and Hardwood shutters both have a smooth protective painted coating, so neither material shows natural wood grain. Hardwood is real timber beneath the coating, while Polycomposite uses a waterproof wood-plastic polymer.
Yes. Metal insertions inside the Polycomposite louvres and frame provide much better thermal and noise insulation than Hardwood. The thermal shutters guide explains how shutters and retrofitted blackout honeycomb blinds can work together.
Polycomposite is available in full height, tier on tier, cafe, bifold and tracked louvred styles. Solid panel shutters are Hardwood only. Shaped Polycomposite work is confirmed from the measured opening.
Plan & Save Polycomposite shutters cost £260 per square metre with an 8-9 week lead time. British-made Express Polycomposite costs £315 per square metre with a 2-3 week lead time. Both prices include VAT, the home survey, supply and fitting. The pricing guide explains how the measured area and shutter style affect the estimate.
Polycomposite shutters have a 10-year manufacturer guarantee against defects. The written warranty and aftercare terms supplied with the order confirm the detailed cover and conditions.
Choose Polycomposite when waterproofing or the best thermal and noise insulation in our range matters. Choose Hardwood when you want real timber, lighter panels, a custom colour or solid panel shutters. The material comparison sets out the prices and room-by-room differences.
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