Orange County's only plantation shutter factory · Since 1987
Plantation shutters made in Orange County
Golden West Shutters is the only company that makes plantation shutters in Orange County. We design, build and finish wood, Polylux and poly shutters in our Lake Forest factory, then our own finish carpenters install them across the county.
Get your factory price in one visit: see your shutters made, design them with the owner, and leave with a written price.
Prefer to talk? Call 949-951-0600. Dave takes calls weekday evenings until 7 and weekends 8–4.
- 5.0 from 231+ Google reviews
- 60,000+ homes
- Ready in 3 to 5 weeks
Meet the factory owner, not a dealer
We'll call you shortly to answer your questions and set up a time to meet with Dave or John at our factory or your home.
5.0 · 231+ Google reviews · Built in Lake Forest since 1987
Start with a visit to our factory and save 5% on your order.
See where your shutters are made before anyone comes to your home.
Manufactured the most plantation shutters in Orange County history
Golden West is Orange County's only plantation shutter factory, with 60,000+ homes since 1987. Every shutter is designed by the owners, then milled, finished and inspected in our Lake Forest factory and installed by our own finish carpenters. One company from design to install, with no middleman and factory pricing.
Golden West Polylux: only from our factory
No more choosing between wood and poly. Polylux pairs a real wood frame, for finish and strength, with moisture-resistant poly louvers.
3 to 5 weeks lead time
From order to install, against the 8 to 12 weeks typical in the industry.
Any shape, any door
Arches, sunbursts, French doors and sliding doors, milled in-house.
Meeting the owners
Dave and John work in our Lake Forest factory and design your shutters with you. Call and you reach them directly.
How much do plantation shutters cost in Orange County?
Most standard windows run $450 to $700 installed. Your exact price is a written quote from the owner, with no dealer markup. See our 2026 price guide.
Price per window
| Small window | from about $250 |
| Standard window | $450–$700 |
| Large window | up to about $1,200 |
| Sliding glass door | $1,600–$2,500 |
| Bay window, 3 panels | $1,800–$3,500 |
Guide prices. Your written quote from the owner is final.
Priced by the owner, not a salesperson
Dave or John prices every job at your free consultation. Your money goes into your shutters, not a sales commission.
Everything included in one written price
- Measuring
- Design with the owner
- Installation by our own finish carpenters
- Hardware
- Lifetime warranty
Already have a quote? , or text us a photo.
Our plantation shutter recipe, engineered in Orange County since 1987
Dave and John are both engineers, and they design every shutter with you, choosing the material window by window. Wood for most rooms. Poly for bathrooms and wet areas. And Polylux, a hybrid our owners engineered and only our factory makes: a real wood frame with moisture-resistant louvers, built for homes near the ocean and large windows.
Wood and Polylux get our ten-step finish in our own spray booths. Side by side, even our owners have trouble telling Polylux from wood. Every shutter is truly custom, built in Lake Forest and installed by our own finish carpenters. A recipe only a local manufacturer can follow.
“Polylux is the best of both worlds. It has the strength and finish of wood, with the water resistance of poly as an insurance policy.”Dave Harris, co-owner and engineer
See, design and price plantation shutters at our showroom and factory
Most visitors can't believe we build every shutter here. Bring your window sizes, a few photos or a quote you already have. Compare wood, poly and Polylux full-size, learn which materials, louver sizes and frames suit each room, and design your shutters with the owners who build them.
20561 Pascal Way, Lake Forest · Mon–Fri 9–5 · Sat 10–4 · Minutes from Irvine, Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel and Newport Beach
See the quality
Full-size shutters in every material and finish.
Inside or outside mount?
The most overlooked design choice. It decides how much light, view and louver you get. See both side by side.
Design them here
Plan each window with the owners.
Spot the Polylux
Our own wood and poly hybrid. Side by side with wood, most visitors can't tell which is which.
Plantation shutter installation by our own finish carpenters
Most installs take one day, 3 to 5 weeks after you order, scheduled around you. Need a firm date? Ask, and we can set your install date the day you order. Every shutter is installed by our own finish carpenters: licensed contractors on our staff, never subcontractors.
Fitted on site
Frames are scribed to your walls and every miter joint is touched up. No plastic shims, no heavy caulk.
One company, start to finish
We design, build and install every shutter, so one team controls your schedule, quality and warranty. No hand-offs between a seller, a factory and an installer.
Backed by our factory
Lifetime warranty. Adjustments and repairs, on install day or years later, come straight from our Lake Forest shop.
Recent plantation shutter installs near you
From Huntington Beach to San Clemente, about two out of three of our coastal customers choose Polylux. Here's what they picked.
What Orange County homeowners say
5.0 stars from 231+ Google reviews · Owned by Dave and John since 1987 · Lifetime warranty
“I visited the showroom and factory in Lake Forest, CA which made the process easy, comfortable and it gave me a piece of mind that my shutters are made in Orange County. I had custom plantation shutters and a blind installed in my Huntington Beach, CA home. The shutters gave my home a clean, modern, timeless look. The quality and installation was excellent.”
“I could not be more pleased with the quality and custom fit shutters for my living room. I selected Golden West Shutters since they were a local Orange County manufacturer. The owner, Dave personally designed my wood shutters with a contemporary design, matching my shaker cabinets with a custom color. The installation was timely and professional. Highly recommend visiting their factory.”
“We have been loyal customers at both of our homes. Golden West has been great in fast response and installation. They show great samples and recommendations for style. They handle any problems or issues quickly and efficiently. I highly recommend using Golden West Shutters.”
What makes plantation shutters truly custom?
In 39+ years and 60,000+ Orange County homes, we've learned most homeowners assume every shutter is custom. Most are made-to-measure: cut to size from a standard layout. A truly custom shutter covers all six principles:
- Capability: built to fit around trim, sills and obstacles
- Shape: shaped perfectly to any window, including arches and sunbursts
- Design: designed with the owners, down to the details, including inside or outside mount
- Material: chosen window by window: wood, poly or Polylux
- Finish: a finish fine enough to make it truly custom
- Installation: fitted on site by finish carpenters
We're experts in all six.
Plantation shutters in 34 Orange County cities
We install across the county, from the coast to the inland communities. Each city page has local details and common projects.
Questions before you book
Who makes the best plantation shutters in Orange County?
Golden West Shutters is the only company that makes plantation shutters in Orange County. Every shutter is designed by the owners, built and finished in our Lake Forest factory since 1987, and installed by our own finish carpenters. 60,000+ homes, rated 5.0 stars from 231+ Google reviews. See who builds your shutters · Read our reviews
How much do plantation shutters cost in Orange County?
Most standard windows run $450 to $700 installed. Small windows start around $250, large ones run up to about $1,200, and sliding glass doors run $1,600 to $2,500. With no dealer markup, your written quote comes from the owner. See our 2026 price guide
Are plantation shutters worth it?
For most homeowners, yes. Well-built shutters last for decades, are covered by our lifetime warranty, and are a feature buyers notice when you sell. Do shutters add resale value?
Are plantation shutters still in style in 2026?
Yes. In 39 years we have seen trends come and go, and shutters remain a classic. Today's look is wider louvers, hidden tilt rods and custom paint colors. Hidden tilt vs. front tilt rod · Designer shutters
Who designs my shutters, a person or a program?
An owner, Dave or John, designs every shutter with you. It starts with a computer layout, then they adjust stile widths, rails, frame and panel layout by hand for your window. Meet the owners
Inside or outside mount: which is better?
It depends on your window depth and trim. The mount changes how much glass, light and view you keep, which makes it one of the most overlooked design choices. See both side by side in our showroom. Inside vs. outside mount · Our showroom
What shutters are best near the ocean?
About two out of three of our coastal customers choose Golden West Polylux: a real wood frame with moisture-resistant louvers. Inland, wood is our pick for most rooms. Golden West Polylux · Huntington Beach · San Clemente
Do wood shutters work in bathrooms?
Usually, yes. Everyday shower humidity does not harm a well-finished wood shutter. Poly is for windows that take direct spray. Do wood shutters warp? · Bathroom shutters
Plantation shutters vs. blinds, shades or curtains?
Shutters are built in, last for decades and are easy to clean. Blinds and shades cost less up front but get replaced more often. Many homes use shutters in main rooms and shades elsewhere. Shutters vs. blinds vs. shades
Do plantation shutters block out light?
Closed, they block most light. A frame fitted on site keeps edge gaps small, and we can design for a darker room in bedrooms. Bedroom shutters · Inside vs. outside mount
Do plantation shutters keep heat out?
They help. Closed louvers block direct sun and add a layer between your window and the room, which matters most on west- and south-facing windows. Cut summer energy bills · South vs. north windows
Can you shutter sliding doors, French doors, bay or arched windows?
Yes. We mill each one in-house, including sunbursts and half-rounds, with panels up to 48 inches wide. Sliding doors · French doors · Bay windows · Arches and sunbursts
What colors do plantation shutters come in?
Any color. We match any Sherwin-Williams or Benjamin Moore paint code or a custom stain, and you approve a finish sample before we build. Stained shutters
Can I see shutters before I buy?
Yes. Visit our showroom inside the factory at 20561 Pascal Way, Lake Forest, and save 5%, or book a free in-home consultation with an owner. Our showroom · Contact us
When will my shutters be installed?
Most homes are installed 3 to 5 weeks after you order, in one day, scheduled around you. Need a firm date? Ask, and we can often set it the day you order. Real lead times
Does it matter who installs my shutters?
Yes. We design, build and install every shutter, so one team controls your schedule, fit and warranty. Our finish carpenters are licensed and on our staff. Installation · Who builds your shutters
Is it hard to install plantation shutters yourself?
It can be. Walls are rarely square, so frames often need scribing on site. That is why ours are fitted by finish carpenters. How to measure for shutters
Can you repair shutters, even ones you didn't build?
Yes. We repair broken and loose louvers, louvers that won't stay open, hinges, louver pins and touch-up paint, and most tilt rods, depending on their condition. Parts are made in our Lake Forest shop, so repairs are local and fast. Shutter repair
Get your free plantation shutter quote at factory price
Three ways to start: visit our Lake Forest factory, book a free in-home consultation with an owner, or text us a photo of your quote. Dave takes calls weekday evenings until 7 and weekends 8–4.
Made in Lake Forest. Installed across Orange County since 1987.