Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do you pronounce “faux” in faux wood?

It is pronounced “foh” not “fox.”

What are the differences between wood and faux wood blinds?

 

Wood

Lighter in weight

It’s real wood!


Recommended for large windows
(due to lighter weight)

Less resistant to moisture

Large varieties of colors/stains


Recommended for frequent need to lift situations

Less resistant to damage

Usually cost higher

Good insulator


Aesthetic qualities of rich beauty, warmth,
and sense of strength

Faux Wood

Heavier in weight

Polymer material (e.g., PVC)
made to look like wood


Not recommended for over-sized windows


Excellent for windows with moisture issues

Limited varieties of colors or grain-like veneers

Not recommended for frequent need to lift  situations

More resistant to damage

Usually cost less

Better insulator than wood
(up to 3 times better insulator than wood)

Functional qualities: easy to clean; will not warp or bow

Woodlands Shutters n’ Shades
5231 Spring Stuebner Road

Spring, Texas 77389

Phone: (832) 299-2888
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