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Wooden Blinds vs Faux Wood Blinds

RobSampson | Feb 2, 2010 |

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Installing new blinds is a task that can completely change the appearance of a room. It can be challenging however, since there are so many styles, materials, and colors of blinds from which to choose. Wooden blinds are a unique and attractive option that can create a warm light within the room, while contributing interesting texture, but they are not the most convenient option for rooms such as the kitchen, or kids' room.

For rooms that receive heavy use, or which may require extra cleaning due to grease build-up or sanitizing reasons, you may wish to consider faux wood blinds. Made from multiple types of resins, combined with wood pulp, faux wood window blinds still contribute the warmth and texture of wood, but are heavier and more durable than regular wooden blinds, and are also a lot easier to clean.

Faux wood blinds can generally be purchased at the same location as real wood blinds. Bear in mind however, that the faux wood blind is not available in vertical blind styles, but only horizontal styles, such as venetians or mini blinds. Providing that the latter is what you are looking for however, the faux wood variety can be considerably less expensive than real wood.

Here is a list of pros and cons when considering the style and material of blind with which to outfit your home:

Faux Wood Blinds are an excellent choice if you are looking for a blind that is easy to clean with standard house cleaning products. They do not mark up easily, and are less expensive than real wooden blinds to purchase and install. They are also sturdier than real wood, which is a pro in terms of durability, but a con in terms of their overall weight, which can be considerably heavier, and which prevents them from being available in vertical styles. Finally, they are made from recycled materials, and are therefore a more sustainable choice.

Real wooden blinds will naturally have a much more authentic feel to them. Along with this authenticism however, comes the fact that they are much harder to clean, and reveal wear and tear, such as marks and scratches, and even water damage and mildew stains, much easier than their synthetic equivalents. Their lighter mass makes them much easier to install, and puts less of a strain on the supporting wall or beam.