Wood blinds can be a great look for any home, but it’s not always easy to decide between faux wood and real wood. A variety of factors can effect this decision; décor, which room the blinds are going in, durability, fade resistance and more. Both materials have great qualities, it comes down to what will work right for you. We, at Austin Blind Faith, have put together an easy to read list of qualities of each to help you decide whether Faux Wood Blinds or Natural Wood Blinds will work better in your space.
Natural Wood Blinds are:
Warm and Organic in Appearance – This is good if you:
• Prefer a more sophisticated and refined style
• Like a fine wood grain appearance with natural variances
Excellent Insulators – This is good if you:
• Like having additional protection from the heat of the sun for yourself and furniture
Lightweight – This is good if you:
• Dislike struggling with blinds when pulling them up or letting them down
• Are having them installed in the home of someone elderly
• Want to avoid the tic-tac-toe effect that multiple support ladders can give and prefer the cleaner line wood blinds can provide
Highly Customizable – This is good if you:
• Want to match existing wood trim, flooring or furniture
• Like having a large selection for decorating options
• Have precise style preferences
Faux Wood Blinds are:
Moisture Resistant – This is good if you:
• Live in a humid area
• Are installing blinds in a bathroom or kitchen
• Use a humidifier or mister in any rooms in which you are thinking of installing blinds
Durable – This is good if you:
• Are installing blinds in a high-traffic area
• Have small children with busy hands
Easy to Clean – This is good if you:
• Aren’t choosy about the cleaning products you use on your surfaces
• Don’t like spending an inordinate amount of time cleaning
Less Expensive – This is good if you:
• Know you will want to change window treatments again within the next few years
• Are concerned about pets or children who might take a toll on the blinds
• Want the look, but not the cost or upkeep of real wood blinds
As you can see here, both Faux Wood Blinds and Natural Wood Blinds have unique features that make either option an excellent choice. Once you have reviewed the attributes of these beautiful window treatments, give us a call or contact us here to tell us which blinds you prefer and take advantage of our FREE in-home consultation and the best service you can find in the Austin area!