They may be synthetic, but our Faux Wood products are superior to the real thing in many ways. They look and feel just like real wood, but they will never crack or warp. The materials are all 100% Ultra Violet controlled which means that even in direct sun light, the color will never fade or turn yellow. Faux wood blinds are also anti-static controlled - so they collect less dust than other materials. And as if that wasn't enough, they are less expensive than real wood blinds. This high-value product is great for areas of high moisture, like your laundry room, garage, storage areas or bathroom. You won't find a better value anywhere.