Timber louvres and shutters bring shade, privacy and period character to windows, and Classic Woodturning has been making them for Melbourne homes since 1984. From our Bayswater workshop in the eastern suburbs we manufacture window shutters, louvre panels and screening to suit Victorian, Federation and period properties across Victoria, as well as cleaner profiles for contemporary renovations. Every shutter is made to order, so blade spacing, frame sizes and openings are matched to your windows rather than trimmed from a stock unit.
To quote accurately we need the width and height of each window or opening, whether the shutters hang inside the reveal or over the face, and the blade angle and spacing you prefer. We build in weather-ready hardwoods and stable softwoods and can supply the work raw, primed or finished. Fixed or operable blades, full-height or cafe-style panels, and matching hinges and hardware can all be specified to suit the room and the era of the house.
Whether you need external shutters that stand up to the weather, internal louvres for light control, or timber screening for a verandah or courtyard, we build in the species and finish that suit your home. Our matching service means we can replicate an existing louvre or shutter profile from a photo or sample, which is ideal when you are restoring a Victorian terrace in Fitzroy or an Edwardian home in the heritage suburbs.
As part of the Karem Woodcraft group we handle both one-off restorations and full sets of timber louvres and shutters, coordinating with other joinery on the project where needed.
Shutters are usually hung on hinges to the reveal or a fixed frame, and we can advise on clearances and hardware for a clean swing. We deliver Australia-wide from our Bayswater workshop. Call 03 9720 7266 to discuss sizes, timber and finish.
Frequently asked questions
Do you make shutters to custom window sizes?
Yes. All our timber louvres and shutters are made to order, so blade spacing, frame dimensions and openings are matched precisely to your windows.
Can you match existing heritage shutters?
Our matching service reproduces louvre and shutter profiles from a photo or sample, so repairs and additions blend into original period joinery.
Are your shutters suitable for outdoor use?
We build external shutters and screening in weather-ready timbers and can prime or finish them before Australia-wide delivery from our Bayswater workshop.
Need a custom size or a match?
We manufacture to your measurements and can match an existing profile from a photo or sample. Australia-wide delivery.