There are a few different types of materials that homeowners can choose from when they are looking to get new window shutters for the inside of their home. Most people are aware of polyurethane shutters because they are very popular, and they have always been shown on advertisements and in commercials on the television.
Another popular choice is natural hardwood materials that are made into window shutters, as hardwood furniture will always look great in many types of homes and match different decors. It also will probably never go out of style!
There is also an option that brings the best aspects of composite window shutters and natural hardwood window shutters. This option is known as faux wood plantation shutters. Lady Lake residents might not be aware how easy these shutters are to clean and make last for many years to come and to be enjoyed, because they know how difficult it can be to keep wooden furniture looking good.
Why Faux Wood is Not the Same as Natural Hardwood
Although real natural hardwood window shutters look a lot like faux wood plantation shutters, Lady Lake residents should know that they are not the same, and for that reason they have different qualities associated with them.
This is one of the reasons why faux wooden window shutters are easier to keep clean and look great when compared to natural hardwood window shutters. There are many more cleaners and tools that homeowners can use on faux wood than on the real thing, and this goes a long way to ensuring that these shutters will last a long time.
Faux wood is often made from composite materials or from polyurethane, and it is much more durable than natural hardwood, as hardwood materials are susceptible to environmental conditions, as well as strong cleaners.
Problems With Natural Hardwood But Not for Faux Wood Materials
Natural hardwood window shutters and furniture are harder to keep in good condition overtime when compared to faux wood window shutters because they can get affected by what conditioners are like inside the home.
Unlike faux wood plantation shutters, Lady Lake residents should know that natural hardwood furniture, including window shutters, can be drastically affected by the temperature and humidity that is inside the home. Not enough moisture can cause the wooden materials to splinter and crack, but too much moisture can cause them to get warped.
These issues are only made worse when temperatures in a home are not regular or consistent, and fluctuate a lot.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Shutter Professionals*
