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Standing Feet Vs Non-Standing Feet Explained: Pros, Cons And Picks
Think of standing feet as a feature nobody considers until they need it, when the difference proves massive. Everything from what you can do with the doll to how she stores, photographs and wears over time shifts because of this small detail on the spec sheet. Understand the difference before ordering and you'll have evaded an annoying purchase in one of the simplest ways possible.
 
The Difference Explained Simply
Simple is the basic difference. Standing upright without support is possible because standing feet have metal bolts embedded in the soles. These bolts are absent from non-standing feet, so the doll can only sit or lie down, and attempting to stand her will damage the feet. Having the bolts or not is the key, and everything else follows from that.
 
Essential for Photography and Display
For photography and display, standing feet are vital. A doll that can stand unaided can be photographed in full-length poses without apparent supports, and can be displayed in a corner, a doorway, or anywhere else that requires her to be upright. Poses and settings in a wide range become possible, which non-standing feet rule out, and most photographers specify standing feet when ordering for precisely that reason.
 
If You Want to Shower With Your Doll
In the shower, too, standing feet are essential. Lying her down in a shower is impractical and dangerous, so showering with your doll means she needs to stand. Metal bolts ensure that the feet don't absorb water the way non-standing feet would; the standing feet also give her stability in a wet environment. Because water absorption in non-standing feet can lead to rust and eventual structural failure, this is a real safety consideration.
 
Water Rusts the Metal Skeleton
Let's expand on shower use, because a lot of damaged dolls start there. Inside the ankle of non-standing feet there's foam or filler material that absorbs water when it gets wet. Weeks or months pass before the rust the water causes in the metal skeleton inside the leg becomes evident, and it's essentially unfixable once it starts. Showers and non-standing feet don't mix, no matter how attentive you are, as the water will find its way in irrespective of your precautions.
 
Standing Feet Make Storage Easier
In some setups, standing feet also make storage easier. With standing feet she can be stored upright in a corner, a wardrobe or a storage cabinet, without the need for a hanging hook or a storage case. It's a space-efficient option for buyers without room for a hanging setup, and a solid one for customers who'd rather display the doll than keep her hidden. Standing feet permit storage that's visible and accessible, something some customers prefer.
 
A More Involved Manufacturing Process
It's a drawback that standing feet are marginally more expensive and slightly heavier. You'll typically 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. Though the difference is small and it's normally worth the extra cost, knowing about it matters if you're buying on an incredibly tight budget.
 
Closed Shoes Hide the Bolts
The bolts can become visible if the feet are bare, and that's the other drawback. High-heeled shoes or open-toed footwear on a doll can leave the bolts visible in photos, which some buyers find distracting. Preventing standing feet entirely over this would be unnecessary; it's a trivial aesthetic issue that closed shoes, or footwear that hides the bolts, will solve.
 
Non-Standing Feet: Cheaper and Lighter
If you only want to use the doll in bed and don't plan to display her standing or shower with her, non-standing feet are fine, and cheaper and lighter too. For a doll who'll chiefly be on a bed or sofa, perfectly sufficient non-standing feet free up cash for other upgrades, such as articulated hands or a better wig. It's an entirely valid choice if you know what you want.
 
Maximum Softness
The softer, more flexible feel of non-standing feet, small as it is, is more comfortable to touch for some buyers. A subtle difference, not ordinarily enough to justify the choice on its own, this is still worth knowing about if you're specifically looking for maximum softness. The feet of non-standing dolls feel more like the rest of her and less as if there's a hard core inside.
 
The Big Risk With Non-Standing Feet
Attempting to stand the doll regardless, after forgetting what kind of feet they have, is the large risk purchasers run with non-standing feet. It's a usual slip-up with real outcomes, since the foam inside the ankle can't support 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. Don't be tempted to test their limits if you're buying non-standing feet; remember that they're non-standing.
 
Decide Before You Order
Can standing feet be retrofitted to a doll that doesn't have them? That's a question too. Not easily; that's the short answer. Embedded in the soles during manufacturing, the bolts can only be added after that by cutting into the feet and installing new hardware, which is costly and regularly doesn't work as well as the original. Better than attempting to add them later is purchasing a doll with standing feet in the first place, if you're considering a doll without them and think you might want them later.
 
Standing Feet Don't Limit What You Can Do
Customers opting for between standing and non-standing feet can follow some direct useful advice. If you plan to photograph the doll, display her standing, or use her in the shower, you need standing feet. If it's only bed or sofa use you're after, and display is of no concern, non-standing feet are perfectly enough. Not sure? Select standing feet: nothing is off the table with them, and the small extra cost is worth paying.
 
Weight and Storage Together
Another consideration worth mentioning concerns gender. Male dolls tend to benefit more than female dolls from standing feet, as they're heavier and more hard to store in any other way. Pressure on the body and more space are needed when a 45kg male doll that can't stand has to be stored lying down. Male dolls can store upright with standing feet, which is a genuine benefit for purchasers who don't have a lot of room.
 
A Final Note on Appearance
To finish, the aesthetic difference between standing and non-standing feet is worth noting. Standing feet are slightly harder at the bottom, because of the bolts, and this can be evident when the doll is barefoot. The look of the hard soles is somewhat industrial, and some customers find that less aesthetically satisfying, particularly on dolls with fragile features. Non-standing feet look softer and more natural, and some purchasers prefer that. 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.
 
Check Every Few Months by Gently Twisting
Another angle worth considering is maintenance. Look over the bolts on standing feet now and again to make sure they're secure; a loose bolt can damage the foot or ankle, and a lost bolt can cause the doll to collapse. Tighten the bolts with the fitting tool if they feel loose when you check them every few months by gently twisting. There's no hardware to come loose with non-standing feet, so they don't have this issue and are slightly lower-maintenance in the long run.
 
Standing Feet and Flooring
Standing on different surfaces is also influenced by the bolts. The doll is steady on carpet, where the bolts grip well. Extra support to stay upright may be needed on hard flooring, as the bolts can slip, especially on a silky floor. On hard surfaces, a small mat or a grippy pad under the feet is worth considering to avoid sliding. This is worth knowing about if you plan to display a doll with standing feet on a hard floor. Non-standing feet don't have the issue, because the doll isn't standing in the first place.
 
More Natural-Looking Without the Bolts
Last of all, and often overlooked, is how standing feet impact the doll's overall proportions. A small amount of length is added to the foot by the bolts, which can slightly change the way the doll looks in barefoot photos. Subtle as the effect is, and usually invisible in shoes, it's worth knowing about if you plan to photograph the doll barefoot and care about specific proportions. Without the bolts, non-standing feet don't have this effect, and the feet are somewhat shorter and more natural-looking.
 
Choose Standing Unless You're Certain
Standing feet are worth the extra cost for most customers, which is the bottom line, because they open up posing, display, storage and shower options that non-standing feet don't. Nobody should skip them unless they're certain the doll will only be used in bed and won't be displayed or photographed standing. The better choice for everyone else is standing feet, one of the simplest upgrades to justify. More info at this The Definitive Guide to Modern Sex Dolls- The Stuff That Matters (https://sgs-game.com/forum/thread-461438.html) c739881  not to mention The Ultimate Deep Dive Into Modern Sex Dolls- Start Here (https://www.futurforum.itisavogadro.org/bb/showthread.php?tid=6665) bearing in mind Your Ultimate Guide to Sex Dolls Today- What You Need to Know (https://rosenfeld-tech.com/index.php?topic=693.new#new) not forgetting sites such as The Ultimate Primer on Sex Dolls Today- What Actually Matters (https://rosenfeld-tech.com/index.php?topic=957.new#new) bearing in mind A Brutally Honest Breakdown of Modern Sex Dolls- Read Before You Buy (http://ahtop.top/showthread.php?tid=1385) not to mention The Real Lowdown on Sex Dolls Today- The Honest Breakdown (http://ahtop.top/showthread.php?tid=1004) bearing in mind A No-BS Breakdown of Sex Dolls Right Now- Before You Spend a Penny (https://www.community.theheadculture.com/showthread.php?tid=14241) which is worth considering with The Real Word on Sex Dolls Today- Read Before You Buy (http://crewride.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=933293#933293) together with The No-Nonsense Overview of Sex Dolls Right Now- Before You Spend a Penny (http://delebutik.dk/index.php?topic=63825.new#new) and The Complete Look at Sex Dolls Today- The Stuff That Matters (https://codeplugs.com/forums/showthread.php?tid=2794). Also check out  find (https://cbfunk.ch/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1302) which is worth considering with  our website (http://forum.dcm-works.net/viewtopic.php?t=12705) on top of  our site (https://punbb.skynettechnologies.us/viewtopic.php?pid=1028681) together with  a fantastic read (https://speotopo.ro/forum/viewtopic.php?t=15187) bearing in mind  go to this site (https://speotopo.ro/forum/viewtopic.php?t=15156) bearing in mind  use this link (https://www.fiorinofunclub.com/showthread.php?tid=7394) as well as  discover this (https://www.blitzschmiede-mv.de/viewtopic.php?t=47631) alongside all  click this (https://app.pagetelegram.com/viewtopic.php?t=101901) bearing in mind  right here (https://pari-ot-internet.com/viewtopic.php?t=5991) and  look what i found (https://www.blitzschmiede-mv.de/viewtopic.php?t=48086) for more.