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What Are Standing Feet? Standing Vs Non-Standing Feet Explained
Standing feet are one of those features that customers don't think about until they need them, and then they discover the difference is vast. Small detail on the spec sheet, sizable results: what the doll can do, how she stores, how she photographs and how she wears over time all change. Staying away from a frustrating purchase is simple enough if you comprehend the difference before you order.
 
Metal Bolts Embedded in the Soles
The difference comes down to something simple. Embedded in the soles of standing feet, metal bolts let the doll stand upright without support. Without these bolts, non-standing feet limit the doll to sitting or lying down, and trying to stand her will damage the feet. Everything else flows from the bolts, which are the key, and whether they're present or not.
 
Standing Unaided
You need standing feet for photography and display. A doll that can stand unaided can be photographed in full-length poses without noticeable supports, and can be displayed in a corner, a doorway, or anywhere else that needs 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
There's shower use as well, which makes standing feet critical. Showering with your doll requires her to stand; the alternative, lying her down in a shower, is both impractical and dangerous. A wet environment is no problem for stability with standing feet, and the metal bolts ensure the feet don't absorb water the way non-standing feet would. This is a real safety consideration; water absorption in non-standing feet can lead to rust and eventual structural failure.
 
Water Rusts the Metal Skeleton
The shower use point is worth expanding, because it's the source of a lot of damaged dolls. The ankle of a non-standing foot contains foam or filler material, which absorbs water when it gets wet. The water then rusts the metal skeleton inside the leg, which takes weeks or months to become apparent but is 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.
 
Upright in a Corner, Wardrobe or Cabinet
There's also easier storage with standing feet in some setups. 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 customers without room for a hanging setup, and a great one for customers who'd rather display the doll than keep her hidden. Storing the doll in a way that's evident and accessible is possible with standing feet, and some buyers prefer that.
 
Incredibly Tight Budgets and Standing Feet
A disadvantage of standing feet: they're slightly more costly and marginally heavier. Few percent higher is the typical price versus a doll with non-standing feet, with the metal bolts adding a small amount of weight and the manufacturing process being more involved. Buying on an incredibly tight budget? The difference is small and usually worth the additional cost, but it's worth knowing about.
 
High Heels and Open-Toed Footwear
A further downside is the bolts becoming noticeable if the feet are bare. With high-heeled shoes or open-toed footwear, the bolts might be noticeable in photos, something some purchasers find distracting. Preventing standing feet totally over this would be unnecessary; it's a slight aesthetic issue that closed shoes, or footwear that conceals the bolts, will solve.
 
Know What You Want
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 largely be on a bed or sofa, perfectly acceptable non-standing feet free up cash for other upgrades, such as articulated hands or a better wig. Where customers know what they want, this is an entirely valid choice.
 
Softer, More Flexible Feet
Some buyers find non-standing feet more comfortable to touch, being somewhat softer and more adaptable. On its own this subtle difference doesn't usually justify the choice, though it's worth knowing about if you're specifically looking for maximum softness. On non-standing dolls the feet feel more like the rest of the doll, not like they have a hard core inside them.
 
Remember They're Non-Standing
Forgetting what kind of feet they have, customers attempt to stand the doll regardless, and that's the big risk with non-standing feet. The foam inside the ankle will tear or collapse under the doll's weight, since it can't support it, so this common mistake causes real damage. Permanently damaged feet are the cause of a doll that can no longer stand even if you try to support her. Don't be tempted to test their limits if you're buying non-standing feet; remember that they're non-standing.
 
Can Standing Feet Be Retrofitted?
There's also the question of whether standing feet can be retrofitted to a doll that doesn't have them. To put it briefly, not easily, no. The bolts are embedded in the soles during manufacturing, and adding them later requires cutting into the feet and installing new hardware, which is expensive and often doesn't work as well as the original. When you think you might want standing feet later and you're considering a doll without them, it's better to purchase a doll with standing feet first than attempt to add them later.
 
Photography, Display or Shower: You Need Standing Feet
Customers selecting between standing and non-standing feet can follow some uncomplicated practical advice. Photographing the doll, displaying her standing, or utilising her in the shower? Then you need standing feet. For use only in bed or on a sofa, with no care about display, non-standing feet are perfectly sufficient. For the doubtful, standing feet are the safer choice; they leave you free to do whatever you like with the doll and are worth the small extra cost.
 
A 45kg Male Doll That Can't Stand
One more thing worth mentioning: a gender consideration. Because they're heavier and more tricky to store in any other way, male dolls typically upside from standing feet more than female dolls. Pressure on the body and more space are needed when a 45kg male doll that can't stand has to be stored lying down. Standing feet give male dolls the ability to store upright, which is a real advantage for buyers who don't have a lot of room.
 
Evident Hardness at the Bottom
Finally, the aesthetic difference between standing and non-standing feet is worth noting. Because of the bolts, standing feet are somewhat harder at the bottom, which can be noticeable when the doll is barefoot. Some buyers find this less aesthetically pleasing, especially on dolls with fragile features, because the hard soles look somewhat industrial. Non-standing feet are more natural-looking and softer, something some purchasers prefer. This is a trade-off that only matters if you're photographing the doll barefoot, and it's worth factoring into your decision if barefoot photos are a priority.
 
No Hardware to Come Loose
Worth considering, too, is a maintenance angle. Standing feet aren't a fit-and-forget feature; check the bolts periodically, as a loose bolt can damage the foot or the ankle and a bolt that drops out completely can cause the doll to collapse. By gently twisting the bolts every few months you can check them, and if they feel loose, use the appropriate tool to tighten them. There's no hardware to come loose with non-standing feet, so they don't have this issue and are a little lower-maintenance in the long run.
 
How the Bolts Behave on Different Surfaces
Standing on distinct surfaces is also impacted by the bolts. On carpet, the bolts grip well and the doll is stable. Hard flooring can make the bolts slip, especially if the floor is smooth, so the doll may need extra support to stay upright. Sliding on a hard surface? A small mat or grippy pad under the feet prevents it. A doll with non-standing feet isn't standing in the first place, so the issue doesn't arise; for standing feet on a hard floor, it's worth knowing about.
 
Bolts Add a Little Length to the Foot
There's a final consideration that's regularly overlooked, which is how standing feet affect the doll's overall proportions. Slightly changing the way the doll looks in barefoot photos is a possible effect of the small amount of length the bolts add to the foot. If you care about exact proportions and plan to photograph the doll barefoot, this subtle effect, typically invisible in shoes, is worth knowing about. A little shorter and more natural-looking, non-standing feet don't have this effect, since they don't have the bolts.
 
Posing, Display, Storage and Shower Options
The additional cost of standing feet is worth it for most buyers, because they open up posing, display, storage and shower choices that non-standing feet don't; that's the bottom line. Only customers certain that the doll will stay in bed, never displayed or photographed standing, should skip them. For the rest of purchasers, standing feet are the better choice, and rank among the simplest upgrades to justify. More info at this A Brutally Honest Overview of Sex Dolls- Before You Spend a Penny 43_403e  which is worth considering with A Quick Primer on Sex Dolls Right Now- What Nobody Tells You bearing in mind The Only Lowdown on Sex Dolls- What Actually Matters bearing in mind The No-Nonsense Breakdown of Modern Sex Dolls- No Hype Just Facts not forgetting sites such as An Honest Word on Modern Sex Dolls- Read Before You Buy on top of The Full Breakdown of Modern Sex Dolls- What Actually Matters together with The Essential Deep Dive Into Sex Dolls- Read Before You Buy on top of The Complete Rundown of Sex Dolls Right Now- What to Expect and don't forget The Real Look at Sex Dolls Today- What You Need to Know and The Real Overview of Sex Dolls Right Now- What to Expect. Also check out he has a good point bearing in mind why not try here and our site for more.