Wood vs. Faux Wood
Hey there, hope everyone had a great 4th of July. What the heck are they putting in the fireworks today? The kids on my street had some ridiculously loud blast! the show was outstnding, but I don't recall such a boom before. We are certainly fortunate to live in such a blessed nation with freedom.
Our topic today is wood blinds vs. faux wood blinds. If you are looking for a real wood look, then naturally a real wood blind is going to be the choice. Nothing will be as real as the real thing. Stains just pop out once applied the natural wood. Faux wood finishes have come a long way and can be a great 2nd choice especially if your looking at a white painted finish. One reference point is the weight difference. Wood is lighter than faux wood. This weight difference can mean the operation of the blind is smoother. Tilting and lifting will generally be with less effort due to less weight and this fact becomes more evident the larger the blind. Not to say a faux wood will not operate as designed, not all. The faux wood blind will tilt and lift as as any other only the pressure on the control mechanisms is greater and takes a little more effort on the operators part. Faux woods have it over the real thing (wood) when placed in areas of high humidity like bathrooms, over sinks, any area that might be subjected to extreme steam or moisture. If the blind is located many feet from the sorce of steam and you have good ventilation (exhaust fan etc.) this may not be an issue for you. Wood can warp. Please take into consideration when ordering, the application of the blind. Faux can take more abuse than a wood blind. Having small children who are always going to be active or if you have pets that might be inclined to claw a view outside, then faux wood (though it can be scratched) will hold up better than the wood product when subjected to abuse.
God Bless America, Enjoy your week.
Our topic today is wood blinds vs. faux wood blinds. If you are looking for a real wood look, then naturally a real wood blind is going to be the choice. Nothing will be as real as the real thing. Stains just pop out once applied the natural wood. Faux wood finishes have come a long way and can be a great 2nd choice especially if your looking at a white painted finish. One reference point is the weight difference. Wood is lighter than faux wood. This weight difference can mean the operation of the blind is smoother. Tilting and lifting will generally be with less effort due to less weight and this fact becomes more evident the larger the blind. Not to say a faux wood will not operate as designed, not all. The faux wood blind will tilt and lift as as any other only the pressure on the control mechanisms is greater and takes a little more effort on the operators part. Faux woods have it over the real thing (wood) when placed in areas of high humidity like bathrooms, over sinks, any area that might be subjected to extreme steam or moisture. If the blind is located many feet from the sorce of steam and you have good ventilation (exhaust fan etc.) this may not be an issue for you. Wood can warp. Please take into consideration when ordering, the application of the blind. Faux can take more abuse than a wood blind. Having small children who are always going to be active or if you have pets that might be inclined to claw a view outside, then faux wood (though it can be scratched) will hold up better than the wood product when subjected to abuse.
God Bless America, Enjoy your week.
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