Vinyl blinds or faux wood blinds as they are known have become an alternative to wooden blinds. Wooden blinds are the most popular choice for classical and traditional window treatments. However, they are also among the most expensive. Faux wood blinds are considerably cheaper and so they have become a popular alternative to wood blinds. These blinds are either made from vinyl or a mixture of real hardwood and vinyl. They give the appearance of wood blinds, but without attracting the cost. They also have the durability of man-made substances. They complement practically any window to give it the same look as wood blinds and have exactly the same efficiency and operation for blocking out light and providing privacy.
As mentioned above one of the primary reasons for the increase in popularity of faux wood blinds is the cost. These makes of blinds can cost up to thirty percent less the wooden blinds. They are also more durable than real wood and so have the advantage when it comes to longevity. Faux woods are also resistant to moisture and therefore are not prone to warping and this is a distinct advantage over real wood. This makes these blinds particularly popular in the bathroom and kitchen where wood blinds are not so practical. Faux wood blinds are also easier to clean and maintain and the occasional dusting or clean with a damp cloth is sufficient and even stains also be cleaned with soap and water. Since faux wood blinds are resistant to the damaging effects of high atmospheric moisture and sunlight, they can be conveniently used in bathrooms and kitchens too..
Faux wood blinds look like real wood blinds and have several advantages over the real thing. The price and durability make them the more preferred option over real wood blinds. They are easily adaptable and can be made to fit the size of just about any window. Tailor made blinds are an option as well to provide any room with a classical look of wooden blinds.
As with all things there are downsides where there is a cost saving. The most obvious one is that they are not, and never will be, the real wood. The faux wood blinds lack the aesthetic appeal that real wood owns and it is difficult to escape the fact that they are not wood. They are more fragile and therefore require more supports to maintain the overall balance of the blinds to a satisfactory level. They require greater effort to operate as they can weigh twice as much as real wood blinds.
Faux wood blinds have several advantages and disadvantages and it is important that you prioritise which attributes are important. At the right time and place faux wood blinds are an excellent option and are stocked by most reputable retailers.