Have you ever come across a piece of furniture in a house that looked like it was made of wood only to find out that it wasn’t? Faux wood has that effect on people. Not only does it look like wood, but in most cases it feels exactly the same. But have you wondered what exactly is faux wood and where does it come from?
If you have, then keep on reading to find out the answers.
Faux Wood
Faux wood is created with a combination of products, veneers and adhesives. It is crafted to look like actual wood and that is why is called manufactured or even engineered wood. When it comes to price, faux wood is far less expensive than its real equivalent. Emerging technologies are revolutionizing the way faux wood is made. With the way things are going, pretty soon you won’t even be able to tell the difference.
One of the best things about faux wood is that most of the processes used for its creation are completely eco-friendly.
Types of Faux Wood
· Hardboard
You are most likely to find this type of faux wood in flooring and construction. Hardboard is preferred at most construction sites because of its strength, durability and reliability. Hardboard can be used for furniture and flooring. All you have to do is to glue wood like laminates on top of it.
· Particleboard
This type is mostly used in furnishings. Upon close inspection you will find that particleboard is a combination of sawdust and wooden chips that have to be bound with resin to make it look like real wood. It is coated with veneers. It is the only type that does not hold up to moisture, meaning that it is not recommended to use it for outdoor furnishings.
· Laminated Veneer Lumber
Known mostly for its strength, this type of faux wood is created by compressing multiple layers of wooden strips under heavy pressure and bind them with resin based adhesive. In the end, it is coated to look like real wood.
Benefits of Using Faux Wood
The biggest benefit of getting faux wood is that you get a quality product at affordable rates. Because of the variety it offers, you can furnish your home any way you want, and in any color you want. Apart from the obvious, faux wood is excellent for shutters as well. You can get Hinged, Sliding, Bi Folding and even Shaped Faux wood shutters, to use as you wish.
To buy these products, along with our other high quality and low priced offerings like uPVC Bifolding doors, uPVC sliding doors, etc. you can browse through our extensive catalogue.
