Obvious at a glance of two decorative molding types-Wood molding & PU molding

Wood molding and PU molding which one is the best? Depends on where do you use and how do you use them.

Most common decorative molding types that we know are Wood molding, PU molding, PVC molding, and PS molding. Most used moldings are Wood molding and PU molding. Why can PU molding instead Wood molding? The reasons have to do with interior design and architectural form.

Let’s compare Wood molding with PU molding. You will know which one is an absolute bargain.

The features of two decorative molding types-Wood molding & PU molding

1. Wood molding

It is divided into two types- hard wood and soft wood. The density of the wood depends on tree’s species, and the strength of the wood is related to its density. The high-density wood also has high-strength. It is stronger but heavy and isn’t good for constructing.
The Wood molding is a good choice for decorating the wood home style.
The surface of Wood molding has to be processed, such as carved, it depends on the master’s craft and wood quality. The most worrying issue is the termite problem. It takes more processing time to achieve the function of mothproof.

2. PU molding

It can instead of Wood molding. It is made from chemical It is lightweight, good for carrying, less construction time, mothproof, and moisture proof. These are the reasons that why PU molding can instead Wood molding. The PU molding is the main material for interior design.
The construction techniques of PU molding and Wood molding are the same. The master who is commonly using Wood molding can easy to get starting with PU molding.
But PU molding has some weaknesses. The bad quality PU molding is bad adhesion and also easily get deformed because of thermal expansion and contraction.