Café Style Shutters for Bay Windows and Street-Facing Rooms in North London
Café shutters cover the lower part of a window and leave the upper glass uncovered. They are useful when you want privacy at street level while keeping an open view and daylight above. Choose the coverage height to suit your room and window rails.
Café style shutters for bay windows
Café style shutters are a favourite for bay windows in Victorian and Edwardian homes across North London. They give privacy from the pavement while the top of the bay stays open to the light, and they sit neatly behind a window seat or radiator. Pair them with a roman blind above if you want full cover at night.
Our made-to-measure wooden shutters come with a 10-year guarantee and a typical 3–4-week lead time. Your written quote confirms the design, price and expected fitting date.
Some Of Our Designs
Choosing café shutters
- Check the privacy line from outside the property.
- Consider how the uncovered upper window will work after dark.
- Compare the finished height against the sash or glazing bars.
Colour Options
Paulownia Wood Shutters
Can colour match to any Little Greene, Farrow & Ball and Dulux
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What Makes Us Different
Made in England, Made in Britain
Ask us about the materials, finish and care requirements for your chosen product. We confirm its specification before you order.
Measured for your home in North London
At your free home visit we bring samples, measure the opening and discuss light, privacy, colour and how you use the room. We confirm the specification in a written quote before you order.
Our made-to-measure wooden shutters come with a 10-year guarantee and a typical 3–4-week lead time. Your written quote confirms the design, price and expected fitting date.
10-year shutter guarantee
Our wooden shutters come with a 10-year guarantee. Your written quote confirms the product specification and guarantee terms.
Questions to help you choose
How high should café shutters be?
There is no fixed half-window rule. The right height depends on the view from the street and the position of existing window rails. We check both during the survey.
Are café shutters suitable for a bedroom?
They leave the upper window uncovered, so they do not provide full-window privacy or darkness. Consider full height shutters if those are priorities.
What are your café shutters made from?
Our café shutters are made-to-measure wooden shutters. We will confirm the finish and its suitability for the room in your quote.
How much do wooden shutters cost?
The size, style, shape and finish determine your price, which we confirm in a free written quote.
What lead time and guarantee apply?
Our wooden shutters have a 10-year guarantee and a typical 3–4-week lead time. We confirm your expected fitting date with your order.
Types of Shutters We Offer and Their Best Uses
At North London Shutters and Blinds, we offer a wide range of custom shutters designed to fit your home’s unique needs. Each shutter type offers its own set of benefits, making them perfect for different rooms and window styles. Here’s a breakdown of the shutters we provide and the best applications for each:
Full Height Shutters
Best for: Living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, offices
Full height shutters cover the entire window from top to bottom, offering a sleek, continuous look. They provide excellent light control and privacy, making them ideal for rooms where you need a versatile solution. You can tilt the louvers to allow in natural light or close them fully for complete privacy. Their timeless design suits both modern and traditional interiors, adding elegance to any space.
- Perfect for: Any room where you need full light control and privacy, such as living rooms and bedrooms.
Tier on Tier Shutters
Best for: Living rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, street-facing windows
Tier on Tier shutters feature two sets of panels that can operate independently. This allows you to open the top section to let in natural light while keeping the bottom section closed for privacy. They are ideal for rooms where you want flexibility in managing light and privacy. This style is particularly useful in street-level rooms where you want privacy on the lower half of the window but still want daylight to enter.
- Perfect for: Rooms facing the street or areas where flexible light control and privacy are needed.
Café Style Shutters
Dining rooms, kitchens, street-facing windows
Café style shutters cover only the lower half of the window, allowing light to flood in through the top. These shutters offer privacy while maintaining an open, airy feel, making them perfect for ground-floor rooms or street-facing windows. Their stylish, continental design adds a chic touch to any room and works particularly well in kitchens or dining areas where you want privacy without blocking sunlight.
- Perfect for: Spaces where privacy is needed at eye level but natural light is still desired.
Solid Shutters
Bedrooms, living rooms, period homes, home theatres
Solid shutters are made from full wood panels that reduce incoming light when closed, offering the highest level of privacy and insulation. They are particularly popular in bedrooms, period properties, and rooms where you want to block out noise and light, such as home theatres. These shutters add a traditional and elegant look, making them ideal for homes with classic architecture or those looking to maintain a period aesthetic.
- Perfect for: Bedrooms and spaces where reduced light, privacy, and insulation are important.
Track Shutters
Best for: Large windows, sliding doors, patio doors, room dividers
Track shutters are designed to cover wide expanses such as large windows, sliding glass doors, or patio doors. They glide effortlessly along a track system, providing easy access and smooth operation. These shutters are perfect for large spaces where traditional shutters may not be practical. They can also be used as room dividers in open-plan living areas, offering flexibility in how you use your space.
- Perfect for: Large windows and sliding doors that require full coverage and easy access.
Special Shape Shutters
Best for: Arched, circular, triangular, or angled windows
Special shape shutters are custom-made to fit uniquely shaped windows. Whether your windows are arched, circular, triangular, or angled, these shutters are tailored to provide a perfect fit. Not only do they enhance the beauty of unusual window shapes, but they also offer practical benefits like light control and privacy. These bespoke shutters are ideal for homes with distinctive architectural features.
- Perfect for: Arched, circular and angled windows, dormers and other unusual shapes.