The rich, warm look of real wood — without the warping, cracking or moisture damage real wood suffers in Vancouver's climate. Custom 2″ and 2.5″ slats, cordless operation, white and wood grain finishes. Free in-home measurement and professional installation across Vancouver, West Vancouver and North Vancouver.
Made to Measure
Moisture Resistant · Cordless · Wood Grain
Our Faux Wood Blinds
Faux wood blinds are horizontal slat blinds made from a durable PVC/vinyl composite finished to look and feel like real hardwood — the same warm, classic Venetian-blind look, without the moisture sensitivity that makes real wood a risky choice in a coastal climate. They're the go-to pick when a home wants that natural, wood-look aesthetic in a room where real wood simply wouldn't hold up.
No two homes are the same, so we don't sell off-the-shelf sizes. One of our specialists visits your home, measures every window, and brings real slat and finish samples — white, wood grain, 2″ and 2.5″ slats, cordless and standard operation — so you can see and feel the options in your own light before you decide, free of charge and with zero obligation.
We'll bring real slat samples to your home · Free consultation
Slat & Finish Options
Three ways to shape the look and feel of your faux wood blinds — from a crisp classic Venetian look to a softer, warmer wood grain.

2-inch slats are the classic, versatile size for most windows; 2.5-inch slats show fewer lines across a window and suit larger openings and a bolder look.

No dangling cords means a cleaner look and a safer window for young children and pets — our most-recommended operating style for family homes.

Crisp white for a bright, modern look, or a textured wood grain finish for warmth that reads as real hardwood from across the room.

Built for BC's Climate
The synthetic slat is the whole reason to choose faux wood over real wood — here's what that actually gets you.
Moisture & Humidity Resistance
The PVC/vinyl composite shrugs off steam and condensation, which is why faux wood is the recommended choice for kitchens, bathrooms and Vancouver's damp winters.
Won't Warp, Crack or Fade
Real wood blinds can warp or crack in humid rooms and fade in direct sun over time. Faux wood holds its shape and colour through both.
Real Wood Look, Lower Cost
The wood grain finish reads as real hardwood at a glance, at a fraction of the cost and with none of the maintenance real wood demands.
Easy to Clean
A dry duster or barely damp cloth is all it takes — and unlike real wood, faux wood slats can handle a damp cloth with zero risk of water damage.
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How It Compares
All popular window coverings — here's what actually separates them.
Faux Wood vs. Real Wood Blinds
Real wood looks beautiful but warps, cracks and fades in humid rooms and direct sun. Faux wood gives the same look at a lower cost with none of that risk — the reason most Metro Vancouver kitchens and bathrooms use faux wood over real wood.
Faux Wood vs. Vinyl & Aluminum Blinds
Plain vinyl and aluminum blinds are budget-friendly but look thin and utilitarian. Faux wood's textured wood grain finish gives a noticeably higher-end look for a modest step up in price.
Faux Wood vs. Roller Shades & Cellular Shades
Roller and cellular shades are a single flat panel with no slat-tilt light control. Faux wood's horizontal slats let you fine-tune light and privacy tilt-by-tilt while keeping full coverage top to bottom.
Room by Room
The moisture resistance that makes faux wood special is most valuable in a few specific rooms.
Kitchens & Bathrooms
The room type faux wood was made for — steam and splashes are no match for a moisture-resistant vinyl slat, unlike real wood or fabric shades.
Living Rooms & Bedrooms
A warm, classic wood-grain look with tilt-controlled privacy and light — a favourite where homeowners want a hardwood feel without the hardwood price.
Patio & French Doors
Custom-fit faux wood blinds handle wide door glass cleanly, with slat control that works well against direct afternoon sun.
Condos & Apartments
A higher-end look than standard vinyl blinds, with no-drill inside-mount options that suit rental-friendly installs.
Free in-home consultation · No pressure, no obligation
How It Works
From first call to finished window, here's what to expect.
Book a Free Consultation
Call or request a quote online and we'll schedule an in-home visit at a time that works for you.
Measure & Choose Slats
We measure every window precisely and bring real 2″ and 2.5″ samples in white and wood grain so you can compare finishes in your own light.
Custom Fabrication
Your faux wood blinds are made to measure for your exact windows — no visible cut edges, no standard sizing, no compromises.
Professional Installation
Our team installs cleanly and efficiently, often completing an entire home in a single visit, fully guaranteed.
Service Areas
We focus our faux wood blinds installs on Vancouver, West Vancouver and North Vancouver homes — with availability across the rest of Metro Vancouver on request.
Also serving Burnaby, New Westminster, White Rock, Surrey, Richmond, Coquitlam, Langley & Delta.
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Client Reviews
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Common Questions
Yes — faux wood blinds are one of the best window coverings for bathrooms. Unlike real wood, the PVC/vinyl slats are moisture and humidity resistant, so they won't warp, swell or crack from steam and condensation, which matters in Vancouver's damp climate.
No, not under normal conditions. That's the main reason people choose faux wood over real wood in the first place — the synthetic slats hold their shape in humid rooms and fluctuating temperatures, which is why they're the recommended choice for kitchens, bathrooms and coastal BC homes generally.
Yes. A dry duster, a vacuum brush attachment, or a barely damp cloth wiped along each slat is usually enough. Because the slats are a moisture-resistant PVC/vinyl composite rather than real wood, they can also handle a damp cloth without the risk of water damage.
We custom-fit every set of faux wood blinds to your exact window measurements rather than trimming an off-the-shelf size, so there's no visible cut edge, no gaps and no compromise on how the slats sit against your frame.
Yes — faux wood blinds are a popular choice for Metro Vancouver condos and apartments. They give a warm, higher-end look than plain vinyl or aluminum blinds, come in no-drill inside-mount options that suit rental-friendly installs, and hold up well in smaller, sometimes more humid spaces.
2-inch slats are the standard, classic choice and work well on most residential windows. 2.5-inch slats show fewer slat lines and can suit larger windows or a slightly bolder look — either size is a matter of preference rather than one being objectively better.
For most homes, yes. Cordless operation removes dangling cords entirely, which is safer around young children and pets and gives a cleaner look at the window. It's the option we recommend most often unless there's a specific reason to keep a traditional wand or cord.
In many cases yes — no-drill inside-mount brackets are available for suitable window frames, which is especially useful for rental units and condos where drilling isn't allowed. Whether it's the right fit depends on your frame depth and condition, which we check during the free in-home measurement.
Free in-home consultation · No pressure · No obligation
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