In 1940 Roy O'Hair was a farmer with a penchant for woodworking. With a $500 investment he went into the venetian blind business, setting up shop on College Avenue in Buddy Holly's hometown of Lubbock, Texas. His dedication to quality and customer satisfaction resulted in a booming business. Within 12 years he had over 400 dealers and the business was the largest of its kind between Dallas and the west coast. His son R.J. helped out after school and took over after returning from the pacific in 1945. In 1964 R.J. added top quality shutters, transforming the company into O'Hair Shutters, Ltd.

By the 1990's O'Hair shutters built a massive 40 acre facility. O'Hair revolutionized the industry by introducing high-tech manufacturing and then, under the direction of the third generation of the family, O'Hair introduced an advanced design and online ordering process and computer-driven precision milling. The fourth generation of the family is now fully engaged in integrating state-of the-art design and manufacturing with the indispensable element of human craftsmanship.

There have been many imitators over the years, basing their businesses on cheap imports and inexpensive synthetic materials, but O'Hair's commitment to genuine American hardwoods, rock-solid construction, advanced design, respect for the environment and the basic principles of honesty, trustworthiness, and reliability continue to make our products the very best in the business. This is not just a matter of principle — it is a point of family pride, as it has been for three quarters of a century.

the highest standard in quality and reliability for three quarters of a century

– Roy O'Hair
Lubbock Evening Journal
June 16, 1952

a family business for four generations