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Standing Feet Vs Non-Standing Feet Explained: A Buyer's Guide
Standing feet are the sort of feature people ignore until they need them; after that, they find the difference enormous. It's a small detail on the spec sheet that changes how she stores, how she photographs, how she wears over time, and what you can do with the doll. Preventing a frustrating purchase is straightforward enough if you grasp the difference before you order.
 
Why Non-Standing Dolls Can Only Sit or Lie Down
The basic difference couldn't be simpler. Metal bolts embedded in the soles of standing feet permit the doll to stand upright without support. Because non-standing feet don't have these bolts, the doll can only sit or lie down; trying to stand her damages the feet. Are the bolts there or not? That's the key, and everything else follows from it.
 
Full-Length Poses Without Visible Supports
For photography and display, standing feet are essential. A doll who can stand unaided can be photographed in full-length poses without visible supports and displayed in a corner, a doorway, or wherever else she needs 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.
 
Metal Bolts Keep Water Out of the Feet
Shower use makes standing feet necessary too. For showering with your doll, standing ability is a requirement; lying her down in a shower is both impractical and hazardous. 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. A real safety consideration is at play here: water absorption in non-standing feet can lead to rust and eventual structural failure.
 
Water Rusts the Metal Skeleton
Shower use is the source of a lot of damaged dolls, which makes the point worth expanding. Non-standing feet include foam or filler material inside the ankle, and wet conditions make that material absorb water. From there the water rusts the metal skeleton inside the leg, taking weeks or months to become apparent and being basically unfixable once it starts. Nevertheless diligent you are, keep a doll with non-standing feet out of the shower, because the water will find its way in anyway of your precautions.
 
Display Rather Than Hide
In some setups, a doll with standing feet is also easier to store. Upright storage in a corner, a wardrobe, or a storage cabinet is possible for a doll with standing feet, and no hanging hook or storage case is needed. This is a space-efficient choice for purchasers who don't have room for a hanging setup, and it's a great option for buyers who want to display the doll rather than keep her hidden. Some purchasers prefer that the standing feet make it possible to store the doll in a way that's noticeable and accessible.
 
The Disadvantage: Marginally Pricier and Heavier
It's a drawback that standing feet are a little more costly and a little heavier. The metal bolts add a small amount of weight to the doll, and the manufacturing process is more involved, so the price is ordinarily a few percent higher than a doll with non-standing feet. Acquiring on an extremely tight budget? The difference is small and ordinarily worth the extra cost, but it's worth knowing about.
 
Choosing Footwear That Conceals Them
Another downside is that the bolts can become apparent if the feet are bare. High-heeled shoes or open-toed footwear on a doll can leave the bolts visible in photos, which some customers find distracting. The slight aesthetic issue goes away with closed shoes or footwear that conceals the bolts, which means it's not a reason to stay away from standing feet entirely.
 
The Case for Non-Standing Feet
They're cheaper and lighter, and non-standing feet are fine for purchasers who only want to use the doll in bed and don't plan to display her standing or shower with her. Save on the feet, spend on articulated hands or a better wig; non-standing feet are perfectly sufficient when the doll will mostly be in a bed or on a sofa. A totally valid choice, this, for purchasers who know what they want.
 
Not Enough to Decide on Its Own
Non-standing feet are marginally softer and more pliable too, and some customers find that more comfortable to touch. You won't generally opt for on this alone, as it's a subtle difference, but it's worth knowing about if you're specifically looking for maximum softness. The feet on non-standing dolls feel less like they have a hard core inside them, and more like the rest of the doll.
 
Permanent Damage to the Feet
Non-standing feet carry a large risk, which is purchasers forgetting what kind of feet they have and attempting to stand the doll anyway. Why is this widespread oversight so damaging? The foam inside the ankle can't support the doll's weight, and it'll tear or collapse. Because the feet have been permanently damaged, the result is a doll that can no longer stand even if you attempt to support her. Don't be tempted to test their limits if you're buying non-standing feet; remember that they're non-standing.
 
Why Retrofitting Doesn't Work Well
And what about retrofitting standing feet to a doll that doesn't have them? The short answer is no, not easily. New hardware has to be installed by cutting into the feet if you add the bolts later, and it's pricey and frequently doesn't work as well as the original, since the bolts are embedded in the soles during manufacturing. When you think you might want standing feet later and you're considering a doll without them, it's better to acquire a doll with standing feet first than try to add them later.
 
Which Feet Should You Order?
The useful advice for customers opting for between standing and non-standing feet is straightforward. You'll need standing feet for photographing the doll, displaying her standing, or employing her in the shower. Don't care about display and only want to use her in bed or on a sofa? Non-standing feet are perfectly enough. If you're on the fence, go with standing feet, the safer option, because nothing is ruled out and the small additional cost is worth paying.
 
A 45kg Male Doll That Can't Stand
Another consideration worth mentioning concerns gender. Because they're heavier and more tough to store in any other way, male dolls typically upside from standing feet more than female dolls. There's no option but to store a 45kg male doll that can't stand lying down, which puts pressure on the body and needs more space. Standing feet give male dolls the ability to store upright, which is a genuine advantage for purchasers who don't have a lot of room.
 
Barefoot Photography Priorities
Worth a final note is the aesthetic difference between standing and non-standing feet. On standing feet the bottom is slightly harder thanks to the bolts, and that can show when the doll is barefoot. Hard soles look slightly industrial, which some customers find less aesthetically satisfying, especially on dolls with fragile features. Softness and a natural look are what non-standing feet offer, and some purchasers prefer them. Barefoot photos being a priority makes this trade-off worth factoring into your decision, since it only matters if you're photographing the doll barefoot.
 
The Maintenance Angle
A maintenance angle is also worth considering. Secure bolts matter: loose ones can damage the foot or the ankle, a bolt that falls out can cause a collapse, and so standing feet need periodic checking. Every few months, give the bolts a mild twist to check them, and tighten them with the appropriate tool if they feel loose. Over the long run, non-standing feet need a little less maintenance, because they don't have hardware that can come loose.
 
Stability Depends on the Surface
The bolts also impact how the doll stands on distinct surfaces. The doll is steady on carpet because the bolts grip well there. Extra support to stay upright may be needed on hard flooring, as the bolts can slip, particularly on a smooth floor. On hard surfaces, a small mat or a grippy pad under the feet is worth considering to avoid sliding. Non-standing feet escape this issue, since the doll isn't standing in the first place; plan to display a doll with standing feet on a hard floor, though, and it's worth knowing about.
 
Non-Standing Feet Are Slightly Shorter
How standing feet impact the doll's overall proportions is a final consideration that's often overlooked. In barefoot photos, the way the doll looks can be slightly changed by the small quantity of length the bolts add to the foot. Generally invisible in shoes, this subtle effect is worth knowing about if you're planning to photograph the doll barefoot and you care about specific proportions. 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
Standing feet are worth the extra cost for most purchasers, which is the bottom line, because they open up posing, display, storage and shower alternatives that non-standing feet don't. You're safe to skip them only when you're certain the doll will only be used in bed and won't be displayed or photographed standing. Everyone else should select standing feet, which are the better choice and one of the simplest upgrades to justify. More info at this A Straight-Up Look at Sex Dolls Right Now- What Actually Matters (https://mybb.xucce.com/showthread.php?tid=918) 87145a5  together with A Straight-Up Lowdown on Modern Sex Dolls- No Hype Just Facts (https://punbb.skynettechnologies.us/viewtopic.php?pid=1352923#p1352923) on top of A No-BS Overview of Sex Dolls- Start Here (https://forums.librenetwork.org/showthread.php?tid=1683) not forgetting sites such as A No-BS Overview of Sex Dolls- What to Expect (https://kollaboratsia.com.ua/index.php?topic=697.new#new) which is worth considering with The Ultimate Rundown of Sex Dolls- What Actually Matters (http://forum.ruchkontroliwyborow.pl/index.php?topic=124746.new#new) bearing in mind A Quick Rundown of Sex Dolls Right Now- What Actually Matters (http://forum.ruchkontroliwyborow.pl/index.php?topic=124811.new#new) which is worth considering with A Straight-Up Breakdown of Sex Dolls Today- What You Need to Know (https://bloodhunterviktor.com/bhforums/showthread.php?tid=1443) on top of The Ultimate Word on Sex Dolls Right Now- Start Here (https://mybb.nord.net/showthread.php?tid=1437) on top of A Brutally Honest Primer on Sex Dolls- Before You Spend a Penny (https://catrachosporelmundo.com/index.php?topic=54381.new#new) and An Honest Overview of Sex Dolls Right Now- No Hype Just Facts (https://avtechforums.com/showthread.php?tid=152841). Also check out  try this website (https://gelsenkirchen1904.de/thread-1580.html) on top of  website here (https://gelsenkirchen1904.de/thread-1516.html) and  visit (http://forum.exalto-emirates.com/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=244937) for more.