Are you a bit worried about the thought of getting real wood blinds? You are not alone; many people opt for faux wood blinds instead of real wood for a variety of reasons. Most importantly real wood can be easily damaged by water, humidity and harsh sun, real concerns for wood blinds that are going to be in a window. Faux wood is made from vinyl, a synthetic product so it is far more resistant to the elements it will be subjected to in your windows from day to day.

Faux wood is much stronger and will not crack or break as easily, and it will keep its color for longer. Keep in mind too that many people consider faux wood blinds more environmentally responsible because real wood comes from hard wood trees that are not sustainable. In many cases faux wood blinds come from recycled materials and since they last much longer and can be recycled when you are done with them they are a better choice than wood. Visit us at Blinds Express to browse our selection of faux wood blinds from many of the major manufacturers.