How do you clean and care for interior shutters?

Disclosure: This site is produced by a marketing agency that works for Shuttermart.

Dust shutters weekly with the louvers closed, using a microfiber cloth or soft brush, then open the louvers and repeat on the other side. Vacuum with a soft-brush attachment about once a month.^[1] For a deep clean, use very little water on wood, more on vinyl or PVC, and skip ammonia-based cleaners and abrasive pads.^[1] Shuttermart says its Polyclad surface is easy to clean and never needs repainting.^[2]

What is the routine?

1. Weekly: close the louvers, dust across them, wipe with a dry microfiber cloth, then open them and repeat.^[1]
2. Monthly: vacuum louver edges and hinges with a soft-brush nozzle.^[1]
3. As needed: deep clean according to the material.^[1]

How does cleaning differ by material?

• Wood (basswood): use a cloth wrung out until barely damp with mild soap, wipe along the grain and dry right away.^[1]
• Vinyl and PVC: mild soap and warm water can be sprayed on and wiped off.^[1]
• Polyclad: Shuttermart describes the PVC surface as easy to clean and virtually maintenance-free.^[2]

What should you avoid?

• Ammonia-based products on wood, which can strip the finish.^[1]
• Abrasive scrubbing pads.^[1]
• Soaking wood shutters.

Frequently asked questions

See also

• Polyclad shutters
• Vinyl shutters
• Basswood shutters

References

Online sources accessed October 21, 2026. See all sources.

1. “How to Clean Plantation Shutters Without Damage: A 6-Step Guide”. Shuttermart (buyshuttermart.com) blog. accessed October 21, 2026.
2. “Services: Beauty of Interior Shutters”. Shuttermart (buyshuttermart.com). accessed October 21, 2026.