An excellent timber for shutters, it’s smooth, stable, and strong. As the wood is slightly harder than the Paulownia wood, we recommend it for high-traffic areas or in commercial settings where the shutters will be handled often. This range comes in all style options in a paint finish only.
Basswood is a universally acknowledged favourite in the world of bespoke window shutters, renowned globally for its versatility, quality, and smooth finish. At North West Shutters, we proudly offer and install custom Basswood Shutters, providing a beautiful, premium, and durable solution for customers across Bolton, Wigan, Manchester, Chorley, and Stockport. If you are looking for the classic, authentic look of real wood, Basswood is the benchmark.
Basswood is highly valued for its straight, uniform grain and fine texture. This lack of grain prominence and its inherent smoothness makes it the ideal substrate for painting, resulting in a flawless, furniture-grade finish that looks crisp and clean. It also holds stains beautifully, allowing you to showcase the natural wood tones while maintaining excellent durability. Whether you want a contemporary white finish or a warm, traditional stained finish, Basswood delivers perfection.
This timber is classified as a light, stable hardwood, which means it resists warping and is relatively easy to work with, allowing our craftspeople to achieve incredibly precise, tight tolerances for a perfect installation. Its lightweight nature is advantageous for Tier on Tier and Full Height shutters, ensuring ease of operation and longevity for all the moving parts.
Basswood’s naturally insulating properties also contribute to a warmer, quieter home environment, helping to reduce external noise and improve your energy rating—a valuable benefit in all North West seasons. From the detailed consultation to the expert installation by our trusted team, North West Shutters guarantees a high-quality Basswood product that adds timeless value and sophistication to any room. Choose Basswood for the true, classic shutter experience.