Restoration and repair of existing wooden shutters and blinds

When restoring wooden shutters and blinds, the first step is always a careful assessment of the existing condition . Look for rotten parts, cracks, bulges, old peeling paint, and rusted or non-functioning hardware. In many cases, layers of paint and filler are discovered that have covered up problems over time without solving them.

Once the structure is sound, a conservative restoration can be carried out: removing damaged paintwork through sanding, chemical stripping, or, where necessary, more aggressive but controlled methods. The goal is to restore the wood as much as possible in the most critical areas, allowing for specific stains and products.

Deeply damaged areas—especially lower sashes, areas in direct contact with water or soil, and embedded elements—may require additions or replacement : inserting new, compatible wood, rebuilding profiles, or replacing broken slats or warped panels. Anti-woodworm treatments are often used at this stage if holes, dust, or typical signs of infestation are noted.

Once the structural part has been restored, we move on to the surface finish: localized filling , gluing of micro-cracks, light skimming where necessary, always trying not to create rigid layers that would peel off at the slightest movement of the wood. Then we proceed with a new protective coating , chosen based on the desired result: maintaining the grain, switching to a more opaque finish, or changing the color.

Restoration is also an opportunity to review all the hardware : hinges, hinges, latches, rods, and shutter stops. Oxidized or warped components can be replaced with similar models, possibly adjusting thicknesses and positions to restore alignment and stops. Where possible, functionality can be improved by integrating previously missing elements, such as more practical stops or windbreaks.

The result of a good restoration isn't a "fake new" shutter, but an element that has regained its solidity, protection, and legibility , while maintaining its character. This intervention makes sense especially when the original design integrates well with the façade or when a complete replacement would be too impactful, both aesthetically and economically.