Dogberry Collections Horizontal Slat Exterior Shutters are solid Western Red Cedar shutters with a contemporary horizontal slat design, sold in pairs, available in heights from 36″ to 84″, and available in a range of finishes. Cedar's natural oils resist rot, insects, and moisture without chemical treatment.
The clean horizontal lines of the Horizontal Slat Exterior Shutters suit modern farmhouses, contemporary craftsman homes, coastal builds, and any exterior that leans toward the current rather than the traditional. Each shutter is milled from solid Western Red Cedar - the preferred exterior wood species for shutters and siding precisely because it contains natural tannins and oils that repel rot, insects, and moisture without requiring chemical pressure-treatment. The horizontal slat pattern adds visual texture to flat exterior walls and pairs naturally with board-and-batten, lap siding, and fiber cement panels.
Key Features
- Solid Western Red Cedar - naturally rot-resistant, lightweight, dimensionally stable in exterior conditions
- Contemporary horizontal slat design - clean, modern exterior profile
- Sold in pairs - one left, one right shutter per order
- Available in a range of finishes
- 8 height options - 36″, 42″, 48″, 54″, 60″, 72″, 84″
- 14″ wide per panel — each shutter is 14 inches wide
- Pre-finished and ready to mount
- Mounting hardware included
Size Options (per pair)
| Height | Width | Sold As |
|---|---|---|
| 36″ | 14″ | Pair (left + right) |
| 42″ | 14″ | Pair (left + right) |
| 48″ | 14″ | Pair (left + right) |
| 54″ | 14″ | Pair (left + right) |
| 60″ | 14″ | Pair (left + right) |
| 66″ | 14″ | Pair (left + right) |
| 72″ | 14″ | Pair (left + right) |
| 84″ | 14″ | Pair (left + right) |
Finish Options
Available in a range of finishes. See the color selector above for current options.
Why Western Red Cedar for Exterior Shutters?
- Natural tannins repel rot and insects - no pressure treatment required
- Lightweight relative to hardwoods - easier mounting, less hardware stress
- Accepts paint and stain evenly - our finishes penetrate deeply for lasting color
- Dimensionally stable - resists warping and splitting through seasonal temperature and humidity cycles
Common Questions
Are horizontal slat shutters as weather-resistant as vertical styles?
Yes - the cedar material and mounting hardware are identical across all four of our shutter styles. The horizontal orientation only changes the visual profile, not the durability.
What home styles suit horizontal slat shutters?
Modern farmhouse, contemporary craftsman, and coastal exteriors, since the clean horizontal lines read as more current than traditional board and batten or brace-style shutters.
Can horizontal slat shutters be painted after purchase?
Yes. Order Unfinished and paint or stain to your exact color match. Cedar accepts paint and stain evenly across the slat surface.
What's Included
- 2 solid Western Red Cedar horizontal slat shutters (left & right, your selected height)
- Exterior mounting hardware
- Installation instructions
Installation
Exterior shutters mount directly to the siding on either side of the window frame with the included hardware. See our guide on exterior shutter installation for tips on alignment, fastener selection, and painting cedar for maximum longevity.
Browse all four shutter styles in the Wood Shutters collection, including the Board & Batten, X Exterior, and Z Exterior designs.
Ordering for a build or multiple units? We offer contractor & bulk pricing on this product. Learn more about our Contractor & Trade Program.
