Our plantation shutters are crafted from high-quality materials to ensure durability and style. Paulownia hardwood, a native Chinese wood, offers the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any wood in the world. Lightweight yet strong, this fine-grained, sustainable plantation wood is known for its durability and low thermal conductivity. Basswood, sourced from Northeast China or Eastern Europe, is one of the straightest hardwoods, with a uniform texture and grain. Its resistance to warping makes it ideal for wider shutter panels.