Wood vs. Faux Wood Blinds | Blinds & Shutters of All Kinds
Wood vs. Faux Wood Blinds: Which Is Right for You?
When choosing between wood blinds and faux wood blinds, consider factors like climate, your aesthetic preferences, and the room's humidity. At Blinds & Shutters of All Kinds in Newhall, California, we carry all types of Hunter Douglas window treatments, including wood and faux wood blinds.
In this guide, we compare wood blinds versus faux wood blinds across different rooms and scenarios to help you choose the best option for your home.
Wood vs. Faux Wood Blinds for the SoCal Climate
In SoCal, the low-humidity climate means that you can use either EverWood® Faux Wood Blinds or Parkland® Wood Blinds. However, you need to consider the conditions in each room of your home to determine which option is better.
EverWood® Faux Wood Blinds stand up to direct sun and include Performance Plus™ Protection against fading and discoloration for the life of the blinds. Real wood isn't the best option for harsh sunlight, so EverWood® blinds suit south-facing windows and any others that receive sun most of the day. Windows with softer, indirect light are a good match for Parkland® Wood Blinds.
Wood or Faux Wood Blinds: Humid Rooms
If you're installing blinds in a humid room, such as a bathroom, kitchen, or laundry room, Hunter Douglas faux wood blinds are the best choice. Natural wood expands and shrinks with changing heat and humidity, which can eventually cause it to warp or bow. Faux wood is designed to withstand that moisture. A common mistake is choosing real wood for a bathroom just to match the rest of the house.
In rooms like a living room or bedroom, where high humidity isn't an issue, you can opt for natural wood. You can also mix materials, with faux wood in humid rooms and real wood in living areas.
Wood or Faux Wood Blinds: Finishes and Color
While the warmth of natural wood is hard to beat for pure visual appeal, modern technology allows faux wood to closely resemble it with realistic woodgrain finishes like TruGrain®. Whether you choose the durable, sustainably sourced Hunter Douglas Parkland® Wood Blinds or the outstanding durability of Hunter Douglas EverWood® Faux Wood Blinds, both options are available in over 50 color choices.
Wood or Faux Wood Blinds: Cost, Weight, and Care
Weight, upkeep, and budget are important factors when choosing between the two. Real wood blinds cost more and require gentler care, so you must avoid harsh cleaning chemicals. Faux wood blinds cost less and easily wipe clean with a damp cloth.
However, because faux wood is heavier than real wood, it requires closer ladder spacing. This means faux wood blinds will have more vertical cords to hold the slats in place. Ultimately, your budget, window size, and cleaning routine will tip the decision one way.
Booking a professional consultation lets us show you how each option looks in your home, along with the colors and the differences between the materials, so you can make an informed decision.
Contact Us for Wood or Faux Wood Blinds in Newhall, California
Selecting the right window treatments is easy with Blinds & Shutters of All Kinds. We'll help you decide if wood or faux wood blinds are the best match for your needs, and introduce you to our full line of Hunter Douglas products, including shutters and shades.
Request a consultation by calling (661) 298-1230 or filling out our online contact form to shop for window treatments. We proudly serve Santa Clarita, Saugus, Valencia, Newhall, Stevenson Ranch, Castaic, Canyon Country, Granada Hills, Sylmar, Agua Dulce, Acton, San Fernando, Burbank, Fillmore, and Simi Valley, California.