A Classic, Balanced Shutter Size

The 63mm louvre is one of the most versatile and historically popular shutter sizes available. Offering a balanced look between privacy and light control, it suits both traditional and contemporary interiors.

For many years, the 63mm louvre was the most popular choice for plantation shutters, thanks to its ability to provide excellent privacy without significantly reducing natural light. It remains a superb option for homeowners looking for a classic, well-proportioned finish.

Why Choose 63mm Louvre Slats?

With a 63mm elliptical slat, you achieve approximately a 50mm (5cm) gap between each louvre when open. This spacing makes it visually complementary to 50mm Venetian blinds, helping to maintain a consistent look from the outside of your home.

Many customers choose 63mm louvres when installing shutters in just one or two rooms initially — particularly if Venetian blinds are fitted elsewhere — as the proportions blend beautifully across different window treatments.

• Creates a balanced, classic shutter appearance
• Offers strong privacy without excessive light reduction
• Maintains uniformity alongside 50mm Venetian blinds
• Suitable for both period and modern homes

Excellent Light & Privacy Control

The 63mm louvre is particularly effective at balancing privacy with daylight. Because the slats are narrower than 76mm or 89mm options, you only need to tilt them slightly to close off the view from outside.

This means you can maintain a higher level of natural light entering the room while still protecting your privacy — one of the reasons this size became so widely chosen for living rooms and street-facing windows.

Perfect for Bay Windows

The 63mm louvre is an excellent choice for bay windows. Due to the slightly narrower slat width, shutters do not need to project as far forward to allow for louvre movement.

This keeps the installation sitting tighter within the natural shape of the bay, preserving the proportions of the window and avoiding unnecessary bulk.

For Victorian and Edwardian homes in particular, this can make a noticeable difference to the overall aesthetic.

Available in All Shutter Ranges

One of the key advantages of the 63mm louvre is its availability across all of our shutter ranges.

Whether you are choosing:

• Waterproof shutters for bathrooms
• Solid wood shutters for living areas
• MDF shutters for bedrooms or children’s rooms

You can maintain the same 63mm louvre width throughout your home for complete visual consistency.

Centre Tilt Rod or Concealed Tilt

The 63mm louvre is available with either a traditional centre tilt rod or a concealed tilt mechanism.

• Centre Tilt Rod: A classic shutter feature positioned down the centre of the panel.
• Concealed Tilt: A cleaner, more contemporary appearance with no visible bar on the front.

This flexibility allows you to tailor the final look to suit the style of your property.

63mm Louvres at a Glance

• Approx. 50mm (5cm) spacing between slats when open
• Complements 50mm Venetian blinds
• Excellent balance of light and privacy
• Ideal for bay windows
• Available in waterproof, wood and MDF ranges
• Centre tilt or concealed tilt options available