When looking for indoor shutters, there can be lots of jargon and terminology that you might not know. Many customers find searching for shutter options difficult due to this, and so we’ve put together a handy guide of terms to help you understand shutters and have conversations with us about what you want for your home or business.
Below are the most commonly explained shutter-related words.
Shutter Louvres
A louvre is the part of a shutter that can move (turn) to allow in varying amounts of light and air. They are generally horizontal and stay attached to each side of the shutter frame.
Can be known as louver/slat/blade
Panels
A panel refers to one shutter ‘door’, either with louvres or made from solid material. One window could have a shutter with many panels depending on the length. and they are generally hinged together. For example, the window below features 6 panels. You can see some great examples of different options on our bay window shutters page, which has lots of photos.
Recess
Recess measurement is how deep your window is set back from the edge of brickwork. We use this to plan your shutter design and fitting.
Tracks
Tracks are used to support and allow movement of shutters through large areas, such as a patio door. They allow shutters to open and close easily and ensure the weight of the shutter isn’t an issue.
You can view our page patio door shutters for more information on how we design for large open areas.
Tilt Rods
Tilt rods control several louvres at once. They are attached to the louvres and can be used to open or close them simultaneously. Most indoor shutters feature tilt rods to allow for easy use.
