Incorporating wood into your project design or building is always a great choice. It looks aesthetically pleasing and creates a natural ambiance for any space. The problem comes into deciding whether or not you should use real wood or faux wood. Traditional wood looks great, however, it does come with a slew of problems down the road. That is why we are here to show you why faux is better than real wood when using it in projects.
The Problems with Traditional Wood
With traditional real wood, the biggest concern when using it for building and remodeling projects is its longevity. Over time real wood is susceptible to many different factors that could cause the wood to deform. One such issue is wood warping due to humidity issues. Another is wood rot due to water damage. Sure there are oils and varnishes, however, this can change the color of your wood and can be difficult to reapply and maintain over the years.
The Biggest Concern for Faux Wood
A big concern with faux is the worry that it does not look like the real thing. There is an assumption that because it is faux, it may look fake or fail to convey a real wood design. While there is some faux wood that doesn’t look like the real thing, you can be reassured that Urestone Faux Reclaimed Wood is the most realistic on the market. From the wood grooves to the coloring, the wooden design stays true to its real counterpart.
Why Faux Wood is the Better Choice
What makes Urestone’s faux wood so great in comparison to traditional choices are these 5 attributes:
Water & Weather Resistance
Urestone’s panels are based on an innovative Dual Layer Composite system which makes them water and weather resistant. This means it works both for interior or exterior projects and will last longer than traditional wood.
Durable & Custom Appearance
With its dual layer composite system, it is made to be impact resistant and built to last. Plus it is also naturally warp free and maintains its color for a longer time. Since it is also custom made, we can always tailor your faux wood to match the color or texture of any kind! This gives you more options and versatility when it comes to designing your project.
Pest Resistance
Since there is no real wood involved, it is naturally pest resistant so you don’t have to worry about any insect or animal damage when it comes to faux.
Cost-Effective
Since our faux wood series are made to be large interlocking panels, not only do you save on labor costs, you also save money on the long run in material costs.
Ease of Installation
Simply glue the back of the panel and attach onto any surface. Then screw in place and you are all good to go! No need to create different layers or have a woodworker create the designs that you want!
If you are interested in going faux, we highly recommend checking out URESTONE Faux Wood Series. There is a wide selection of colors and styles that tailor fit to your personal project needs. Any questions? Don’t hesitate to give us a call at 314-524-2040 or contact us via our website! You can even order a wood sample if you want to see it in person here.
