Plantation shutters in Sydney generally cost $250 to $500 per small window, $400 to $800 for a standard bedroom window, and $800 to $1,500 for a large living-room window, supplied and installed. A whole-home project typically lands between $4,550 and $9,900.
Those are planning ranges, not quotes. Every set is measured and made to order, so the number that matters is the total installed cost for your windows.
Before You Compare Quotes
- Price follows the window, not the room. Shutters are priced by measured size, then adjusted for material, panel count, frame and installation.
- Material is the second biggest lever. PVC is generally the most affordable; timber is more expensive, and aluminium is specified for exterior use rather than being automatically the most expensive.
- Panel configuration changes the price at the same size. A single hinged panel costs less than a four-panel bi-fold for the same opening.
- Compare like with like. A supply-only price and a supply-and-install price are not the same number. NSW Government guidance is to give at least three suppliers the same written brief.
- Check the service area. Supply and install is available across Sydney Metro and the Lower Blue Mountains. Outside that, Shutters Australia supplies only, with DIY guidance.
- Get it measured. Every published range, including the ones on this page, is a starting point rather than a figure you can order from.
Cost Per Window
Shutters are priced by the measured size of each opening, then adjusted for material, panel count, frame profile and installation requirements. A small bathroom window costs less than a wide living-room window, but two similarly sized windows can still differ once panel configuration, louvre width, and site access are accounted for.
Plantation shutter cost by window size
| Window size | Approximate dimensions | Installed range | Where materials sit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 600mm x 600mm to 900mm x 1200mm | $250 to $500 | PVC at the lower end, timber and premium finishes toward the top |
| Medium, standard bedroom | Around 1200mm x 1200mm | $400 to $800 | PVC is the most affordable; timber and specialty colours are higher |
| Large, living room | 1800mm x 1500mm or wider | $800 to $1,500 | Multi-panel timber or aluminium at the top of the range |
| Sliding door | Varies by opening width | $1,500 to $4,000 | Track or bi-fold systems, more panels and hardware |
Planning ranges, not quotes. Every set is measured and made to order.
Panel count and frame style move the total even at identical dimensions. A single hinged timber frame costs less than a four-panel bi-fold on the same opening, because bi-folds take more manufacturing time and more hardware. Custom shapes such as arches, angles, bays, and trapezoids add additional cost, since each requires an individual template rather than a standard rectangular cut.
Louvre width also affects both look and price. The available widths are 50.8mm, 63mm, 89mm and 114mm.
Building a whole-home budget. Taking a three-bedroom Sydney home with three medium bedroom windows, one small bathroom window, two large living-room windows and one sliding door:
Worked whole-home budget example
| Item | Range |
|---|---|
| Three bedroom windows | $1,200 to $2,400 |
| One bathroom window | $250 to $500 |
| Two living-room windows | $1,600 to $3,000 |
| One sliding door | $1,500 to $4,000 |
| Total | $4,550 to $9,900 |
The spread is wide because material choice, custom features and site access all move the figure. Independent published estimates for a whole home vary even more widely than this, from around $2,500 at the low end to well above $10,000 for a full timber specification, which is why a measured quote is the only number worth budgeting against.
How Material Affects Price
Material determines manufacturing cost, available finishes, and whether a shutter suits the room it is going into. The cheapest option is not always the right one.
PVC, sold as SMRT or vinyl shutters, is generally the most affordable and the practical choice for bathrooms, laundries and kitchens. SMRT shutters are made from high-tech polymers with an aluminium core for added strength, which is what allows them to hold their shape across wider panels in humid conditions. Available with clearview or plantation tilt louvres.
Timber costs more than PVC because of the raw material and the additional finishing work, and it is chosen for natural appearance and warmth in living areas and bedrooms. Basswood is lightweight and dimensionally stable, which suits wider windows. Kiri and poplar are fast-growing plantation timbers used in the Wood Plus+ range, which helps sustainability and can produce a lower-cost finished product. Western Red Cedar is also available. Custom colours, stains and wider louvres add to the price, and timber needs more careful maintenance where it is exposed to steam or direct sun.
Aluminium, including the Rialto range, is specified for exterior applications such as alfresco areas, patios and balconies. The external aluminium plantation shutters are made from marine-grade aluminium with powder-coated finishes, which is what lets them handle Sydney sun, wind and salt air.
Aluminium is not automatically the dearest material. Pricing varies by louvre width, powder-coat finish and any added security or weatherproofing features, so compare a specific aluminium quote against timber or PVC for the same opening rather than assuming.
Match the material to the location first, then compare pricing within that shortlist. A shutter that is cheapest to buy but unsuitable for a bathroom or an exposed balcony costs more over time through repairs or early replacement.
Additional Costs to Expect
The advertised price rarely represents the complete project cost. Measurement, installation, delivery and custom features are usually priced separately unless a supplier states otherwise.
- Professional measurement. Many suppliers include an obligation-free measure and quote. Confirm rather than assume.
- Delivery or freight. Additional charges may apply outside a supplier’s standard service area.
- Custom window shapes. Arches, bays and angled openings cost more to template and manufacture.
- Oversized windows and doors. Wide openings may need reinforced frames, extra panels or a track system.
- Motorisation. Adds hardware and installation cost where offered.
- Specialty finishes or colours. Custom stains, paints and colour matching usually sit outside the base price.
- Removal of existing coverings. Taking down old blinds, curtains or shutters may be a separate line.
- Site access. Apartments, multi-storey homes and restricted parking add labour or logistics cost.
Ask whether a quote covers supply, delivery and installation as a single figure, and whether measurement is included. Two quotes are only comparable if both price the same specification, panel count and finish.
What Installation Costs
Installation is rarely a separate flat fee. It depends on the number and size of windows, how difficult the site is to access, and whether the frame or existing coverings need work before fitting.
What moves installation cost:
- Number of windows, since fitting several in one visit changes total labour
- Ground-floor access versus upper-storey or balcony work
- Frame condition, where packers or minor repairs are needed to square an uneven reveal
- Removing old blinds, curtains or shutters
- Panel count, since track and bi-fold systems take longer than a hinged pair
- Window shape, since specialty shapes take longer to fit accurately
What a quote should include:
- Site measurement
- Manufacturing
- Delivery
- Installation labour
- Frames and hardware
- Finishing and touch-ups
- Removal of existing window furnishings, where requested
- GST
Only treat an item as included if the supplier confirms it in writing. A lower headline price sometimes excludes measurement, delivery or removal, which then appear as extras once the job starts.
Are Shutters Worth It?
Plantation shutters suit homeowners who want long-term light control, privacy and a structured appearance, particularly against coverings that need replacing more often. Whether they are worth it for a specific home depends on the number of windows, the material, and how long you plan to stay.
- Adjustable control. Louvre position gives graduated light and privacy rather than open or closed.
- Structured appearance. A clean, tailored look across a range of interior styles.
- Custom fit. Each shutter is made for its opening rather than cut down from a standard size.
- Material-specific durability. Moisture resistance in wet areas, weather resistance outdoors.
- Room flexibility. Bedrooms, living areas and, with the right material, alfresco spaces.
Purchase price is one part of the decision. Material, window count, installation and maintenance all affect lifetime cost, and a clearly worded warranty can offset a higher upfront price where it covers structural faults and workmanship. Households staying long-term generally get more from a higher-quality shutter than those renovating before a sale.
If shutters do not fit the budget for every room at once, mixing works. Shutters in the main living areas paired with panel screens, designer curtains or blockout curtains elsewhere spreads the cost while still improving light control throughout. For how interior shutters perform day to day, see our guide to shutters inside the house.
Factory Direct Versus Retail
Factory-direct pricing can remove some of the margin added when a product passes through a separate retailer. Whether it is genuinely cheaper depends on what is included, not on the label.
- Factory direct. Manufactured, and often installed, by the same business, which reduces handling and reseller margins.
- Retail supply. Purchased through a separate retailer, which may add its own margin.
- Supply and install packages. A single combined figure covering product and fitting.
- Custom manufacturing. Made to your exact measurements rather than adjusted from stock sizes.
- Professional measurement. Included by some suppliers, charged by others.
- Installation arrangements. Carried out by the manufacturer’s own team, or subcontracted.
Before comparing prices, check:
- Is the price supply-only or supply-and-install?
- Is measurement included?
- What material and specification are actually quoted?
- Are frames included or extra?
- Are delivery costs included?
- Is installation available in your area, and by whom?
- What warranty applies, and what does it exclude?
- Who handles after-sales support if a panel needs adjustment?
NSW Government guidance on getting quotes recommends providing at least three contractors with the same information so the quotes can be compared, and specifying materials rather than leaving substitutions open. That applies directly here, since basswood, Kiri, PVC and aluminium are exactly the kind of substitution that changes a price without changing the description.
A lower factory-direct price only means something when the specifications match. Comparing a supply-only figure against a fully installed quote will always look misleading regardless of which is actually cheaper.
What Moves the Price Most
- Window size. Total area being covered.
- Number of windows. More openings, more material and labour.
- Material. PVC, timber and aluminium sit at different price points.
- Panel and frame configuration. More panels and heavier frames add hardware and production time.
- Custom shapes. Arches, bays and angled tops need individual templates.
- Colour and finish. Custom stains and powder coats cost more than standard options.
- Installation complexity. Site access and frame condition affect labour time.
- Delivery distance. Location relative to the factory affects freight.
- Motorisation and optional features. Added to the base price.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do plantation shutters cost in Australia in 2026?
Cost varies by material, size, configuration and installation. Sydney planning ranges are $250 to $500 for small windows, $400 to $800 for standard bedroom windows, $800 to $1,500 for large living-room windows, and $1,500 to $4,000 for a sliding door, supplied and installed. Custom shapes cost more. A measured quote is the only accurate figure.
What is the average cost of plantation shutters per window?
There is no fixed average, because pricing follows window size, material and configuration. As a planning guide, small windows run $250 to $500, standard bedroom windows $400 to $800, and large openings $800 to $1,500 installed. Panel count, frames and custom shapes all move the final figure.
Are aluminium plantation shutters more expensive than other options?
Not necessarily. Cost depends on the product, specification and installation requirements. Aluminium is chosen for exterior areas such as patios and alfresco spaces because marine-grade aluminium with a powder-coated finish handles sun, wind and salt air. PVC is generally more affordable indoors and timber sits between the two. Compare quotes for the same window.
Does window size affect the cost?
Yes. Larger windows need more material, more panels and sometimes reinforced frames or a track system. Size is not the only factor though: custom shapes, limited frame depth and difficult installation conditions also move the price, which is why a measured quote is more reliable than a per-window average.
How much does professional installation cost?
Installation is usually included in a combined supply-and-install price rather than charged separately. What moves it is window size and quantity, site access, frame condition, and whether existing coverings need removing. When comparing quotes, check whether measurement, delivery, frames and removal are included.
Do you install outside Sydney?
Supply and install is available across Sydney Metro, including the Lower Blue Mountains. Outside that area, shutters are supplied only, with advice and guidance to make DIY installation easier.
Get a Measured Quote
Every home has different window sizes, materials and installation requirements, so a project-specific quote gives you the real total rather than a range.
Shutters Australia manufactures on site in Sydney and offers free, no-obligation quotes with professional measuring, manufacturing and installation.
