Worried why your faux wood blinds (or ‘fauxs’) are warping, fading, yellowing, and cracking? Natural elements, such as exposure to high levels of direct heat and humidity, are the main cause of warping of faux wood blinds.
By their design, modern faux wood blinds are secure and strong, but they are not the best against extreme heat and humidity? Even they are prone to scratches and dents.
Warped shades – blinds with twisted slats – do not provide the same level of light control, privacy, insulation, and energy efficiency as non-warped blinds. Secondly, damaged slats make your window treatments much more difficult to operate.
Don’t worry – there is a quick fix to your warped blinds! Just treat them to withstand heat and moisture or simply wrap a layer of a window film to protect against the sun’s UV damage.
If you are looking for a long-term yet affordable window treatment solution, we recommend exclusive weather-resistant Cordless 2” Faux Wood Blinds. Being cordless, they offer better child safety and security.
Here’s also another alternative to consider: go with solar roller shades, which are especially engineered to withstand extreme heat.
How to Prevent Warping of Blinds
The wisest way to fix warped window treatments is to avoid exposing them to high temperature and water vapors.
Here are some tips to follow:
Paint Them
If your faux wood blinds are hung on the windows of the kitchen, bathroom, or laundry room, paint them with a color that matches your room’s interior decor.
Treat Them for Heat- & Moisture Resistance
Another way to prevent your synthetic wood blinds from warping is to treat them to withstand high amounts of heat and humidity.
Wipe Excessive Moisture
If your ‘fauxs’ are installed in your shower room, they are likely to get wet when you have a shower. Ensure to wipe away excess moisture after every shower.
Shop Blinds in Lighter Colors
If your new faux wood blind are going to be used in very hot areas, such as conservatories and south-facing windows, choose lighter colors to reflect more light. Avoid choosing darky grey or brown faux blinds, as they will absorb more heat and get warped quicker.
Practical, Cost-Effective Ways to Fix Warped Faux Wood Blinds
Replace them with Heat- & Moisture-Resistant Blinds (Best Option)
The best, long-term solution to dealing with warped faux wood shades is to replace them with new faux wood window coverings that offer resistance to heat and humidity.
Straighten Twisted Slats
If the slats of your blinds have got out of shape, one way to fix them is to straighten them. Here are 3 easy steps to follow:
- Step 1: Remove them and wrap them in a damp paper towel.
- Step 2: Lay them on some smooth, flat surface.
- Step 3: Put a heavy object on them when they are drying.
The above process will help the warped slats return to their normal straight position. If the first try doesn’t work, we recommend taking several more tries.
Replace Warped Slats with New Ones
Want to make your ‘faux’ completely functional and looking great again? Here is a cheap way to go! Identify and replace the warped, faded, or cracked slats with new ones.
Here are 6 quick DIY steps for professional-like replacement:
- Step 1: Locate strings on the bottom by grabbing the bottom rail. Pull them through and undo the knots on each side.
- Step 2: Pull the strings through all the slats under the warped or cracked ones.
- Step 3: Once the damaged slats are free, remove them from the ladder string.
- Step 4: Slide the new slats onto the ladder strings.
- Step 5: Rethread the old and new slats and fasten them together.
- Step 6: Pull all the strings through the bottom rail and tie the knot to prevent slipping back.
Real-wood blinds vs faux-wood blinds – which is better?
Making a choice between real-wood and faux-wood Venetian blinds could be a very tough decision. It will depend on your unique, individual circumstances, such as the type of room you are going to install new window coverings in.
Thinner vs Thicker: Real wood shades are thinner than faux woods and they come in classic look and more natural wood tones, to add warmth and rustic touch to your room. On the other hand, faux blinds come with wider slats and a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and colors to fit versatile decors. So, they are better suited for spaces like a workplace.
Heavier vs Lighter: Faux wood is much lighter and brighter than real wood. Choose faux window covers if you are looking for easier operation.
Affordability: When it comes to budget-friendly window treatments, faux wood blinds are a better option than real wood window treatments. Cellulars offer another lower price option.
Do faux blinds keep heat out in summer?
Yes, they do! They are excellent insulators. During the hot summer months, faux wood blinds with reflective materials are a perfect option, as they can help you to keep your room cool.
Plus, in winter, they can prevent heat escaping through windows or cold drafts from entering your room. They will keep your room warm and heated during cold weather. This phenomenon will improve the energy efficiency of your home and help you save a big amount on energy bills all year round.
Why are my faux wood blinds warping?
If you faux wood blinds are made from a composite PVC (polyvinyl chloride) material, they won’t withstand extreme heat and start warping over time. So, always choose more durable, superior quality materials. Once you notice twisting of slats, you can paint them or treat for heat and moisture resistance to prevent further damage.
What faux wood blinds won’t warp?
Heat- & humidity-treated faux wood blinds in white and lighter colors are perfect in the sun. Being durable and completely UV stable, they won’t warp, crack, or yellow when exposed to high amounts of heat and water vapors. They’ll reflect most of the incoming UV rays, retaining less heat.
What are the disadvantages of faux wood blinds?
One major disadvantage of faux wood blinds is that they are not as durable and long lasting as their real wood counterparts. They potentially crack, twist, chip, and stain easier than natural wood window coverings. So, they are a less practical choice for homeowners planning to invest in long-term window treatment solutions.
Does faux wood warp in the sun?
Unlike real (natural) wood, faux wood products are more likely to warp, chip, or fade in harsh sunlight, making them a tough choice for conservatories or high traffic rooms with south-facing windows. An ambient heat build up may cause the PVC material to become pliable and lose shape over time.
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