We’re not anti-real plants. Quite the opposite. We have loads of plants, herbs, hanging baskets, flower beds and gardens in and outside our house. However, when it comes to our covered deck, which we use year-around, hanging flowers aren’t an option. All Spring and Summer we had hanging flowers. They looked great but were a …
If you think granite is the only option for kitchen countertops out there, think again. This article shows you how faux granite is made and how it can be implemented in a kitchen. Faux granite is made from manufactured materials that look and feel like natural granite. This factory-made composite is made from crushed stone, …
Everyone loves the beauty of natural stone. Did you know you can achieve the feel and look of natural stone more efficiently and cost-effectively with manufactured stone? Manufactured stone, also known as faux stone, is an artificial material made to resemble the look of natural stone for architectural applications like exterior façades and unique statement …
Faux brick was first manufactured to provide homeowners with a faster and more cost-effective way to achieve the look of brick for the decorative aspects on both the interior and exterior of houses and buildings. Faux brick cannot be used as a support system and can only be used for decorative Although nothing comes close …
Are fake plants a thing of the past, or have millennials revamped them to fit the latest trends in home decor? If you’re hopeless at taking care of real ones, fear not, there are plenty of great options out there, and good reasons to go faux. With the limited time and the huge number of …
I can’t help but view fake books for décor as totally ridiculous and entirely lacking of any taste whatsoever. I don’t do it. I wouldn’t do it. I have no plans to do it. We have a few bookshelves loaded with books; real books. Most of which one of us in the house has read. …
Faux wood can be made from several different materials, with its outside layer having the appearance of natural wood. All faux wood types, including particle wood, hardboard, and laminated veneer lumber, are less expensive than real wood, which makes it both popular and modern in the world we live in today. Large warehouse stores sell …
Faux leather is one of the several names that could be given to artificial leather. It is designed to look like real leather, but the surface is synthetic. Faux leather feels cold and unnatural. Because of its production, faux leather usually smells like plastic. Vinyl, scientifically known as polyvinyl chloride (PVC), is a tough and …
Faux wood blinds are simply made to imitate wood blinds, hence the word “faux,” which means artificial. Faux wood blinds are made of either a composite wood material or a PVC/vinyl material, and both of these materials are highly durable. They will not fade, warp, or crack, making them beneficial for humid places such as …
Real stone is made from natural stone quarried from our beautiful Earth. The large pieces of stone are then sliced into thin profiles to create smaller stones, usually to decorate. All-natural stone features imperfections, textures, and tonal variation that has formed over thousands of years. On the other hand, manufactured faux stone is an artificial …
Also known as cultured marble, faux marble is an artificial material. Faux marbling is the preparation and finishing of the surface to imitate the appearance of polished marble. Thousands of new homebuyers now prefer to have artificial marble in their homes as it is cost-effective and perfect for flooring, walls, countertops, and even furniture. The …
Artificial leather, also known as synthetic leather and faux leather, is a material that is a great alternative to genuine leather. Faux leather is made from several artificial materials treated with chemicals to give real leather’s feel, color, and texture. The manufacturing of faux leather mainly falls into three categories: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC-Vinyl), Polyurethane (PU), …
Fake leather is very popular as it is environmentally friendly, cheaper, and free from animal cruelty. This man-made material looks the same as the real thing; there are many different names and types of fake leather. Knowing the different names and what they are used for can be helpful. Let’s find out if leatherette and …
Leather is a timeless, versatile, and long-lasting material used for furniture and several other everyday items. But various types of leather have very different qualities. So, we take a look at the similarities and differences between faux and synthetic leather. Faux leather and synthetic leather are two terms used interchangeably in the furniture industry. They …
When looking for genuine leather substitutes, there are so many options that can make the decision difficult. On your search, you may have found Bonded Leather and Faux leather options. These leathers are really similar to each other, so what exactly is the difference between these two? Bonded leather is made from shredding up scraps …
Investing in furniture is always a decision that requires a lot of consideration, and the materials used to make the latest addition to your home are an important factor. So, let’s look at the differences between faux leather and microfiber and which is a better choice for your home. Microfibers are synthetic materials made up …
Both faux and genuine leather comes in a variety of quality standards They age differently and react better or worse to certain conditions Each has pros and cons that should be considered before deciding on which to buy They can often look the same and easily be confused with one another, so what distinguishes faux …
A stone or brick home has a timeless elegance that many love but redoing your siding to be made of stone or brick is expensive, time-consuming, and you need to hire a contractor. However, faux stone and brick veneer gives you that timeless elegance for a significantly lower price and you can install it yourself. …
Welcome to our gallery featuring the gorgeous faux wood beams from Barron Designs! Faux wood is a unique option that’s budget friendly and in some cases, can look incredibly real, especially when the planks are make from high-density polyurethane. Barron Design’s products are made from this polyurethane, which means they are able to create near …
Welcome to our gallery featuring some incredible brick and rock paneling ideas from Fauxpanels.com of Barron Designs! Barron Designs, Inc. was established in 1972 and leads the industry in realistic faux building products, including many of the faux stone panels shown in this gallery. All products are made in the United States and most are …