The Benefits Of Timber Over PVC

When it comes to designing or making changes to a house there are various elements to take into consideration. Numerous materials can be used for various parts of the house, and one of the most popular choices is timber. Of course builders and contractors who put up the house will be given the materials they need, but once you have moved in you can make changes if you wanted to.

Manmade and synthetic materials have crept into building more today. Before PVC came along to be used when putting in windows, timber was always the number one choice. Today it is less popular however still remains a desired option when it comes to internal doors. It is a reliable material and well looked after timber can last up to 60 years, meaning very little up keep, and a much higher increase on PVC which lasts just over half as long.

Many may not think it, but wood is a very flexible material in the sense that in can be used for so many things. You probably do not realise sometimes that certain things are in fact made using wood. Timber is also a much greener product and friendly to the environment as it is completely biodegradable, and it can also be re-used and turned into things such as fuel.

For those who are skilled craftsmen and have experience using saws and sanding down wood, very small details can be made to use as, for example a trim around something to make it look better. If you look at some door frames or dado rails in some people's homes, these can be shaped and styled to look a certain way. Another positive in the design of it, is that the colour can be easily changed, and with the various types of wood they naturally differ from lights to darks compared to PVC that only comes in white. You can also coat timber in varnish if you wanted to, to give it a shiny finish to offer a more modern look.

When comparing natural timber to manufactured PVC, timber is the stronger of the two and will last the longest. It is natural and gives a more homely look to windows, doors and more. Choosing which type of wood, the colour and more will give you a much more unique finish to a room than standard PVC. If you like your home to have fine details and have long lasting materials timber is the choice for you.