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Standing Feet Vs Non-Standing Feet Explained: Pros, Cons And Picks
It's only when purchasers need standing feet that they notice them, and the difference is gigantic. Don't let the spec sheet fool you; this small detail changes what you can do with the doll, how she stores, how she photographs, and how she wears over time. If you grasp the difference before you order, you've steered clear of an irritating purchase in one of the simplest ways there is.
 
The Basic Difference Between Standing and Non-Standing Feet
It's a simple difference at heart. Standing feet have metal bolts embedded in the soles, which allow the doll to stand upright without support. No bolts in non-standing feet means the doll can only sit or lie down, and attempting to stand her will damage the feet. Everything else follows from whether the bolts are present or not, because the bolts are the key.
 
Display Possibilities With Standing Feet
Standing feet are a must for photography and display. Standing unaided, she can be photographed in full-length poses without visible supports, and displayed in a corner, a doorway, or any other spot that requires her to be upright. With standing feet, a wide range of poses and settings opens up that non-standing feet can't match; it's the main reason most photographers specify them when ordering.
 
Why Showers Demand Standing Feet
Standing feet are necessary for the shower as well. A shower with your doll only works if she can stand, as lying her down in one is both impractical and risky. The metal bolts ensure that the feet don't absorb water the way non-standing feet would, and the standing feet give her stability in a wet environment. Rust and eventual structural failure can follow from water absorption in non-standing feet, which makes this a genuine safety consideration.
 
Water Will Find Its Way In
The shower use point needs expanding, since so many damaged dolls are down to it. There's foam or filler material inside the ankle with non-standing feet, and it absorbs water when it gets wet. Rust follows as the water attacks the metal skeleton inside the leg; it takes weeks or months to become apparent, but it's essentially unfixable once it starts. Showers and non-standing feet don't mix, no matter how diligent you are, as the water will find its way in anyway of your precautions.
 
Space-Efficient Storage
Easier storage is another thing standing feet offer in some setups. Without needing a hanging hook or a storage case, a doll with standing feet can be stored upright in a corner, a wardrobe or a storage cabinet. It's a space-efficient option for customers without room for a hanging setup, and a solid one for buyers who'd rather display the doll than keep her hidden. The doll can be stored in a way that's evident and accessible thanks to the standing feet, and some purchasers prefer this.
 
Is the Premium Worth Paying?
On the disadvantage, standing feet are a little more expensive and a little heavier. You'll generally pay a few percent more than for non-standing feet, because the metal bolts add a small amount of weight and manufacturing is more involved. If you're buying on an extremely tight budget, know that the difference is small and it's typically worth the additional cost.
 
Opting for Footwear That Conceals Them
If the feet are bare, the bolts can become visible; that's the other disadvantage. The bolts might be apparent in photos on a doll with high-heeled shoes or open-toed footwear, and some customers find that distracting. Cover the feet with closed shoes or opt for footwear that conceals the bolts and this small aesthetic issue is solved, so it's not a reason to steer clear of standing feet totally.
 
Savings for Articulated Hands or a Better Wig
Fine for purchasers who only want to use the doll in bed and don't plan to display her standing or shower with her, non-standing feet are also cheaper and lighter. Spending most of her life in a bed or on a sofa? Non-standing feet are perfectly adequate, and the savings can go on upgrades such as articulated hands or a better wig. Customers who know what they want can make this choice totally validly.
 
No Hard Core Inside
Also, non-standing feet are somewhat softer and more adaptable, something some buyers find more comfortable to touch. Not usually enough to justify the choice on its own, this subtle difference is worth knowing about if maximum softness is what you're specifically after. Non-standing dolls have feet that feel more like the rest of the doll and less like they have a hard core inside them.
 
Trying to Stand the Doll Anyway
Customers forgetting what kind of feet they have and attempting to stand the doll anyway is the big risk with non-standing feet. Real damage comes of this typical oversight, as the foam inside the ankle can't take the doll's weight and will tear or collapse. What results is a doll that can't stand any more even with support, as the feet have been permanently damaged. Keep in mind that non-standing feet are non-standing, if that's what you're acquiring, and don't be tempted to test their limits.
 
Why Retrofitting Doesn't Work Well
Another question is whether standing feet can be retrofitted to a doll that doesn't have them. The answer, in short, is no, not readily. During manufacturing the bolts are embedded in the soles; doing it after that means cutting into the feet and installing new hardware, which is pricey and often doesn't work as well as the original. It's better to buy a doll with standing feet in the first place than to attempt to add them later if you're considering acquiring a doll without standing feet and think you might want them later.
 
Standing Feet Don't Limit What You Can Do
The practical advice for buyers picking between standing and non-standing feet is simple. If any of photographing the doll, displaying her standing, or utilising her in the shower is on the cards, you need standing feet. Perfectly enough are non-standing feet when you only want to use her in bed or on a sofa and you don't care about display. When in doubt, standing feet win, since they leave every option open and cost only a little more.
 
A 45kg Male Doll That Can't Stand
One more thing worth mentioning: a gender consideration. Because male dolls are heavier and more hard to store in any other way, they ordinarily get more from standing feet than female dolls do. There's no choice but to store a 45kg male doll that can't stand lying down, which puts pressure on the body and requires more space. Buyers who don't have a lot of room get a genuine benefit from standing feet, which give male dolls the ability to store upright.
 
Barefoot Photography Priorities
There's a final note to make on the aesthetic difference between standing and non-standing feet. Because of the bolts, standing feet are slightly harder at the bottom, which can be visible when the doll is barefoot. Some purchasers consider it less aesthetically satisfying, notably with fragile features, because of the slightly industrial look of the hard soles. Preferred by some buyers, non-standing feet are softer and more natural-looking. Photographing the doll barefoot is the only time this trade-off matters, and it's worth factoring into your decision if barefoot photos are a priority.
 
The Maintenance Angle
A maintenance angle is also worth considering. Keep an eye on the bolts in standing feet, since a loose bolt can damage the foot or the ankle while a bolt that falls out entirely can make the doll collapse. A mild twist of the bolts every few months checks them; if they feel loose, tighten them with the fitting tool. In the long run non-standing feet are slightly lower-maintenance, since there's no hardware to come loose and so no such issue.
 
Silky Floors Need Extra Support
Distinct surfaces change how the doll stands, thanks to the bolts. Carpet suits the bolts, which grip well, leaving the doll stable. On silky hard flooring in particular, the bolts can slip, and the doll may need extra support to stay upright. On a hard surface, consider employing a small mat or a grippy pad under the feet to prevent sliding. The doll isn't standing in the first place with non-standing feet, so there's no issue there; with standing feet on a hard floor, it's worth knowing about.
 
A Subtle Effect on Appearance
There's one more consideration that's often overlooked: standing feet influence the doll's overall proportions. Because the bolts add a small amount of length to the foot, the doll can look slightly distinct in barefoot photos. It's a subtle effect that's ordinarily invisible in shoes, yet worth knowing about for barefoot photography when you care about exact proportions. Because they don't have the bolts, non-standing feet don't have this effect, and so are slightly shorter and more natural-looking.
 
The Better Choice for Everyone Else
The bottom line is that most purchasers get their money's worth from standing feet, because they open up posing, display, storage and shower alternatives that non-standing feet don't. Skipping them is for purchasers certain that bed use is all the doll will get, with no standing display or photography. Anyone else should go for standing feet, the better choice and one of the simplest upgrades to justify. More info at this rosslink. Also check out  her explanation (https://catrachosporelmundo.com/index.php?topic=10169.new) for more.