Tier on Tier Shutters
Tier-on-tier shutters are the ultimate in flexibility, with independent top and bottom panels you can style to suit the moment. Morning light flooding in up top, total privacy below, or throw everything open for the full view. A favorite for elegant street-facing rooms. Custom-made for your windows, with free shipping and a 5-year warranty.
Tier-on-tier shutters are the ultimate in flexibility, with independent top and bottom panels you can style to suit the moment. Morning light flooding...
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FAQs About Tier on Tier Shutters
Tier-on-tier plantation shutters have two separate sets of panels, one for the top half of the window and one for the bottom, that open and close independently. Open the top for light while keeping the bottom closed for privacy, or open both fully for an unobstructed view.
Yes, tier on tier shutters cost a little more than full-height shutters on the same window, because each section has its own independent set of panels and hardware. Whether the added flexibility is worth it depends on the room and how you use the window. Get an accurate cost by inputting your measurements on the desired product page.
Tier-on-tier shutters are ideal for windows that face a street or a neighbor's property, where you want light from the top while keeping privacy at eye level. They're also a very popular choice for tall sash windows in Victorian, Colonial, or Federal-style homes, where the look adds real architectural character.
It depends on the range. American Vinyl and American Wood Core ship in 1–2 weeks, American Wood in 2–3 weeks, and Luxe Wood and Luxe Polyvinyl in 10–12 weeks.
See our full lead time guide for a complete breakdown by range.
Yes, tier on tier shutters can be fitted to bay windows. Each section of the bay is measured and ordered individually, and the independent upper and lower panels work particularly well on larger bays where precise control over light and privacy matters. See our bay window measuring guides for full details on how to get it right.
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Everything you need to know about Tier on Tier Shutters
Tier on tier shutters, also known as double-hung shutters, provide the coverage of full height shutters and the flexibility of café style shutters. The top and bottom panels operate completely independently, giving you the most versatile light control and privacy of any shutter style. Available in a range of materials and finishes to suit any décor, they're the perfect window treatment for medium and large windows.
What Tier on Tier Shutter Ranges Are Available?
Tier on tier shutters are available in five materials, offering style, durability and practicality in equal measure.
Luxe Wood Shutters
Our most customizable shutters, made from sustainable Paulownia wood with a fine, knot-free grain. Paulownia is roughly 30% lighter than other hardwoods, making it a great choice for larger windows and straightforward DIY installation. Available in 5 stain options and 8 paint colors, with a range of slat sizes, tilt rod styles and hinge finishes to choose from.
Luxe Polyvinyl Shutters
With an aluminum core and solid PVC construction, these are our most durable vinyl shutters. They have the look of painted wood without the grain and are 100% waterproof, a versatile and hardwearing option for any room in the home.
American Wood Shutters
Made from the finest durable Poplar hardwood and manufactured in North America, American Wood shutters are a high-quality option at an accessible price point. Because they're made domestically, savings on shipping are passed directly to you.
American Wood Core Shutters
North American-made with a wood core running through the vinyl stiles and rails for added stability and energy efficiency. Easy to clean, waterproof, and excellent value, with a lead time of just a couple of weeks.
American Vinyl Shutters
Made in North America from hollow polyvinyl using our proprietary WoodTex finish, these shutters have the look and feel of smooth finished hardwood with no visible grain. Water-resistant, easy to clean, and great insulators, with short delivery times thanks to domestic manufacturing.
Why Choose Tier on Tier Shutters?
The Most Flexible Light and Privacy Control
Because the top and bottom panels open and close independently, you can let light in through the top while keeping the bottom closed for privacy ,or vice versa. No other shutter style gives you this level of control.
Full Window Coverage
Unlike café style shutters, tier on tier covers the entire window from top to bottom, so you get complete coverage alongside that flexible operation. .
Perfect for Larger Windows
The independent panel design works particularly well on taller, larger windows where you want to manage light and privacy across different parts of the window at different times of day.
Available in Wood and Vinyl
Whether you prefer the warmth of natural wood or the practicality of waterproof vinyl, tier on tier shutters are available in both to suit your room and lifestyle.
Why Buy Tier on Tier Shutters from The Shutter Store?
Free Shipping – Enjoy free shipping on any order, saving you more money on DIY shutters
Free Design Review – Add it at checkout and one of our shutter experts will look over your order before it goes to production. A second pair of expert eyes, on us
5-Year Guarantee – Built from the finest materials for long-lasting shutters you can rely on
Free Samples – Test the quality for yourself with up to four free samples