Bespoke Hardwood Shutters Installation In Just 2-3 Weeks

Blackout Blinds for Your Existing Plantation Shutters

You've already invested in beautiful plantation shutters, one of the most elegant and long-lasting window dressings in modern UK homes. They look stunning during the day, provide excellent privacy, and add that premium feel. But at night…? Many homeowners across South West London, Surrey, Kingston, Richmond, Wimbledon, and beyond face the same issue: shutters alone don't deliver true blackout. Even with the slats fully closed, thin strips of street light, car headlights, or early morning sun still sneak through. The result? Disrupted sleep, especially frustrating in children's rooms or the master bedroom.

3/20/20262 min read

The Retrofit Solution Most London Companies Can't Offer

That's where our specialised service comes in: retrofit blackout blinds fitted after your plantation shutters are already installed.

Why Is This Service So Rare in London & Surrounding Areas?

Most shutter or blind companies will tell you: "You have to choose one or the other" or "We can only integrate blackout if we make everything from scratch." Very few are willing (or able) to tackle the real challenge of adding a perfect blackout system to already-mounted frames — especially on bay windows, angled openings, unusual shapes, or non-standard plantation shutter profiles.

At Shutter Installation, we do exactly that — and we do it exceptionally well.

Over 90% Success Rate — Even on Tricky Shapes

We've developed a proprietary measuring and fitting method that allows us to integrate a true blackout blind inside or behind your existing shutters, with a professional success rate exceeding 90%. Cases that other providers call "impossible" are routine for us.

The outcome? Near-total darkness — no light leaks, no aesthetic compromises.

Real Benefits You'll Notice Immediately

Perfect blackout — ideal for shift workers, young children, or anyone light-sensitive
Superior thermal insulation — keeps heat in during winter and cool air in during summer (real savings on energy bills)
Improved acoustic insulation — significantly reduces London street noise for better rest
UV protection + dust resistance — your furniture, carpets, and artwork stay protected from fading and dust buildup
Clean, premium finish — high-quality fabric, discreet channels, expert installation

Our Unique UK Guarantee (and a Direct Challenge to Competitors)

We're currently the only company in London and the surrounding areas that reliably fits blackout blinds to already-installed plantation shutters, with production and installation completed in approximately 2 weeks.

We go even further: If you find another company that genuinely offers this service (not just promises), we'll supply our product to you at half price.

Yes, you read that correctly. It's not a marketing gimmick — it's a real guarantee, because we know how few (if any) can match our standard.

How the Process Works — Simple & Straightforward

Get in touch (phone or form) and describe your shutters (photos/video help a lot)
Free survey — we visit you or assess in detail from images/video
Custom production in ~2 weeks (made in the UK)
Professional fitting — our specialist team ensures a flawless result

Most clients receive a personalised quote within 2 hours of enquiry.

Is It Really Worth It?

If your shutters look fantastic but the room is still too bright at night… the answer is a resounding yes.

You don't have to undo your existing investment in shutters. You can keep the timeless beauty of plantation shutters and get the blackout performance you need for proper sleep.

Living in Kingston, Richmond, Wimbledon, Putney, Surbiton, Molesey, Esher, or elsewhere in South West London / Surrey? Call us today on 07776 123 386 or fill in the form on the website for a free, no-obligation quote.

Turn your room into a peaceful, pitch-black sanctuary — without removing a single shutter.

True blackout. On existing shutters. In just ~2/3 weeks. That's what we promise. And that's what we deliver.