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Benefits of Flexible Moulding

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As a home owner, there are many ways to upgrade finishes to increase the value of your home. One of the easiest ways to do this is to install interior moulding, which can make any space look more polished and appealing. While you may think that moulding can only be installed on straight walls and architectural features, flexible moulding products make applying trim around arched windows, doors, ceilings and curved walls a cinch. Here are three benefits to choosing a trim that molds to the shape of your home.

  1. Flexibility Although this is an obvious benefit, the advantages of flexibility are far reaching. If you have a curved window or doorway, a radius wall, a curved mantle, or any other non-straight surface in your home, a bendable trim product allows you to easily finish these areas.
  1. Wide Selection The options for this type of moulding are endless! There are so many size, shape, style, and color selections available, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the selection you have to choose from. This type of moulding is available in chair rail, casing and baseboard trim, and there are a wide variety of crown molding options, as well. You can achieve any one of an endless number of truly custom looks with this remarkable product.
  1. Durability Flexile trim is extremely durable. While it is stiff enough to maintain straight lines, it is also flexible enough to accommodate most curves. It can be painted or stained to achieve any look. It can be sanded, cut, and nailed into just as real wood can. It can be used indoors or outdoors, and unlike real wood moulding, it is impervious to moisture, heat and cold.

Choosing flexible moulding is a great way to give all areas of your home the polished and upgraded look of trim. Whether installed around a curved wall, window or doorway, this bendable product can enable you to carry your trim throughout your home. It can also suit any design concept or look as it comes in thousands of color and style options. Not only is flexible trim stunning, it is also durable and long lasting. Call 602.258.7373 now for more information about the benefits of flexible moulding from Volterra Architectural Products.

Create a Dramatic Effect With Exposed Ceiling Beams

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Have you been looking for an affordable way to transform the look of your home? One of the most dramatic style elements you can incorporate into your home is exposed ceiling beams. Not only do they draw the eye upward, giving the impression of extra space, they also add warmth and texture to any room. Here are a few design ideas to consider when shopping for ceiling beams.

Beams That Make Scale Sense

With so many size, texture, and finish options for wood ceiling beams, it may be difficult to decide which look to choose. One guiding principle to help in your selection is scale. A smaller room with lower ceilings may be better suited for lighter, smaller beams to help promote the feeling of space and openness. Beams with dark finishes may make a small room feel closed in. Larger rooms or rooms with vaulted ceilings may accommodate darker, more dramatic beams without closing in the space.

Styles Galore

When you think of exposed ceiling beams, you may envision straight, rectangular beams that run across a ceiling. While these standard beams are beautiful, there are so many more options to choose from to make the space unique. Some of these include corbel-cut end beams (which is a style of beam that includes a decorative structural support on either end of each beam), U-shaped beams, and arched beams.

Go Faux

There are some noteworthy reasons to choose faux wood beams for your home. Not only are they less expensive, they are also easier to transport and install. They weigh considerably less than real wood beams and, therefore, put less strain on the structure of a ceiling. Many types of faux wood are just as durable and have the same detail and look as real wood.

Beams for Any Room

Ceiling beams can be beautiful additions to any space in your home—the kitchen, family room, dining room, entry way, etc. They can make spaces appear bigger while lending a cozy, rustic feel to the room. There are many textures, finishes and materials to choose from to create a look that is uniquely yours. Call 602.258.7373 today for information about the many styles and sizes of faux ceiling beams available at Volterra.

Faux Wood Beams for Minimum Maintenance and Maximum Efficiency

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The modern house is a marvel of architectural advancement, able to sustain life, technology, age, and an incredible amount of weight. Ceilings and walls decorated with accessories like chandeliers and ceiling fans or with functional speakers or sprinkler heads look much more clean when wires can be hidden within hollow faux beams. As any professional contractor knows, wires, cables, even unsightly structural beams can be difficult to hide.  Using beams can add a decorative flair while providing a useful function. Smart homes with automated security and in-home sound and entertainment often have extensive equipment and wiring that needs to be hidden. U-shaped faux beams can hide internal wires, and fixtures can be installed directly onto the surface of the beam. Another advantage of the faux beam is that it is excellent for indoor or outdoor applications because it is resistant to many of the factors that wear down natural wood products, such as weather, moisture, heat, insects and rot which can cause warping and breakage. If you are considering implementing faux beams into the building of a house, you should only trust the experts with the finest materials, such as Volterra Architectural Products. Volterra manufactures faux wood beams that are made from high-density polyurethane foam, all of which are created to duplicate the beauty and fine details of natural wood beams. The material used to build these beams ensures that each and every one is of the highest possible quality.  Additionally, the installation process is easy, even for novice do-it-yourselfers. Their catalog includes standard beams, box beams, arched beams, and decorative beams, along with planks and corbels to match. All of these fixtures are reasonably priced and require little to no maintenance, allowing you to focus on more urgent matters. These faux wood goods are created for residential and commercial building, and the natural look they imitate guarantees universal application, regardless of the details. If you are interested in purchasing faux beams, call Volterra Architectural Products at 602.258.7373 today.

Are Faux Wood Trusses Right For Your Home?

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While vaulted ceilings can add an old-world charm and grand appeal that makes any room more striking, they can also come across as outdated and feel like a huge waste of space. If you have a room inside of your home with an open area ceiling, you may have already wondered if there is anything that you can do to add character to the otherwise unused space. Faux wood trusses are a great way to add rustic charm that is both timeless and eye-catching in an otherwise uninteresting ceiling space.

At Volterra Architectural Products, we are a leading manufacturer of faux wood trusses and other polyurethane architectural details. Our lightweight decorative truss kits are an easy way to transform the look of an open ceiling area without breaking the bank.

Volterra Faux Wood Beams

What are Faux Wood Trusses?

Faux wood trusses are a collection of faux wood beams that interconnect to replicate the appearance of natural timber structural frames. Unlike natural wood roof trusses that bridge the space above a room and provide additional roof support, faux wood trusses are decorative. Even though decorative trusses do not provide any additional structural support they can easily add character and beauty to your ceiling space. The natural color and gorgeous look of wood grain are sure to create a warm and welcoming feel to your home.

The faux wood trusses from Volterra are manufactured with a lightweight urethane material using molds from natural timber beams. Our decorative trusses give you the aesthetic benefits of natural wood trusses without the immense labor and material costs of installation.

Why are Faux Wood Trusses a Good Choice?

In addition to costing a lot and being incredibly heavy, there are other drawbacks of natural wood that faux wood trusses are not susceptible to. Faux wood trusses will not crack, split, rot, mold, or degrade with the proper care — and believe us, very minimal care is required. Because these are long-lasting, they are well worth the investment.

There are also a wide variety of styles, textures, and stains to choose from, making it easy to find the perfect option to match your taste as well as your home’s architectural style. Compared to truss systems manufactured from natural timber, which is costly no matter the size or type, faux wood makes it easy to get the ideal exposed trusses that your interior space requires.

What Decorative Truss Design Options Does Volterra Offer?

As mentioned, Volterra’s faux wood trusses come in different options that replicate the color and grain of natural timber. Whether you prefer a smooth or rough-cut look, there are plenty of texture types to choose from — the choice is yours! Our truss kits are available in Doug Fir, Hand-Hewn, Rough-Sawn, Tuscany, and Sand Blast textures. You can also select a stain to fit the style of your space.

When it comes to decorative truss designs, Volterra has a lot to choose from. Both the King Truss Kit and the Huntsman Truss Kit are popular among homeowners looking for something simple that adds the look of exposed beams to your open ceiling. Those who are looking for something a little more complex should check out the Aspen Truss Kit, the Oxford Truss Kit, or the Hawkeye Truss Kit. In total, we offer 12 decorative truss designs, each with the ability to be personalized with the above-mentioned texture and stain options.

How Do You Know What Size Truss Kit to Get?

When you find a decorative wood truss design that you like, you’ll be able to choose the beam size, pitch, and room width so that you can ensure you order the right faux wood truss system for your space. If you aren’t sure of the exact specifications that you need, our team is happy to help! Contact us today and an experienced member of our team can walk you through the process.

Faux wood trusses are a cost-effective and easy way to add depth, character, and charm to rooms with vaulted or cathedral ceilings. If you’re interested in shopping Volterra’s selection of decorative truss designs, shop our online store!

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Use Decorative Wood Corbels For Your Next Remodel

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A corbel is a wall beam used in construction to support a shelf, mantel or small projecting wall. Decorative wood corbels can add a touch of style to any home – both indoors and out. Fake wood corbels come in many different styles ranging from very simple to extremely ornate. They have the appearance of elaborately carved wood, but cost much less than the real thing. Aside from their affordability, there are many other benefits to using fake wood corbels, including their durability, versatility and ease of installation. The wood corbels available at Volterra Architectural Products are made of high-density polyurethane foam which is cast from real-wood molds. The result is a durable and elegant finished product that looks just like real wood. We also offer four different textures of fake wood corbels: mill cut, Doug Fir, saw cut, and smooth. Which texture you choose will depend on the architectural style of your home and your personal preferences. These corbels can then be painted or stained to match the décor of your home. Decorative wood corbels are not load-bearing structures, so they can be easily installed using a power drill and a couple of wood screws or nails. Simply drill holes in the back of the corbel, and hang on screws or nails affixed to a wood stud in the wall. It’s that easy. Fake wood corbels can also be easily uninstalled, moved and reinstalled if you ever choose to redecorate your home. Installing wood corbels beneath fireplace mantels, shelves and other projections in your home can add architectural interest that can serve as a focal point in a room. If you’re considering fake corbels for your upcoming home remodel, call 602.258.7373 today. Volterra offers a wide selection of faux wood corbels at very affordable prices in Phoenix and throughout the Southwest.