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Standing Feet Vs Non-Standing Feet Explained For Sex Doll Buyers
Standing feet go unconsidered until they're needed, at which point purchasers discover the difference is immense. A small detail on the spec sheet, sure, but it changes how the doll stores, photographs and wears over time, as well as what you can do with her. Understanding the difference before you order is one of the simplest ways to stay away from an irritating purchase.
 
What Makes a Foot a Standing Foot
The basic difference is uncomplicated. Embedded in the soles of standing feet, metal bolts let the doll stand upright without support. Non-standing feet lack these bolts, meaning the doll can only sit or lie down, with damage to the feet if you try to stand her. It all hinges on the bolts, with everything else following from whether they're present or not.
 
A Wider Range of Poses and Settings
Standing feet are a must for photography and display. A doll that stands unaided can be photographed full-length with no apparent supports, and displayed in a corner, a doorway, or anywhere else she needs to be upright. Non-standing feet can't match the wide range of poses and settings this opens up, and it's the chief reason most photographers specify standing feet when ordering.
 
If You Want to Shower With Your Doll
If you want shower use, standing feet are crucial as well. Showering with your doll requires her to stand; the alternative, lying her down in a shower, is both impractical and dangerous. The standing feet give her stability in a wet environment, and the metal bolts ensure that the feet don't absorb water the way non-standing feet would. This is a genuine safety consideration; water absorption in non-standing feet can lead to rust and eventual structural failure.
 
Hidden Rust Inside the Leg
Because it's the source of a lot of damaged dolls, the shower use point is worth expanding. Foam or filler material sits inside the ankle of non-standing feet, and it absorbs water when it gets wet. The metal skeleton inside the leg is then rusted by the water, which takes weeks or months to become apparent but is basically unfixable once it starts. A doll with non-standing feet should never be in the shower, no matter how diligent you are, because the water will find its way in irrespective of your precautions.
 
Standing Storage Explained
Easier storage is another thing standing feet offer in some setups. A doll with standing feet can be stored upright in a corner, a wardrobe, or a storage cabinet without needing a hanging hook or a storage case. A decent option for purchasers who want to display the doll rather than keep her hidden, this is also space-efficient for those who don't have room for a hanging setup. Some buyers prefer that the standing feet make it possible to store the doll in a way that's apparent and accessible.
 
The Disadvantage: Somewhat Pricier and Heavier
The downside of standing feet is that they're somewhat more pricey and slightly heavier. Few percent higher is the normal 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. The difference is small, and it's usually worth the extra cost, but it's worth knowing about if you're acquiring on an extremely tight budget.
 
High Heels and Open-Toed Footwear
Another drawback is that the bolts can become evident if the feet are bare. On a doll with high-heeled shoes or open-toed footwear, the bolts might be visible in photos, which some purchasers find distracting. Closed shoes or footwear that hides the bolts solve this trivial aesthetic issue, so it's not a reason to avoid standing feet entirely.
 
Perfectly Adequate for Many Buyers
Fine for customers 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. Non-standing feet are perfectly sufficient if she'll spend most of her life in a bed or on a sofa, and the money saved can be redirected to articulated hands, a better wig or other upgrades. Completely valid is this choice for buyers who know what they want.
 
What Non-Standing Feet Feel Like
Some purchasers find non-standing feet more comfortable to touch, being a little softer and more elastic. It's worth knowing about if you're specifically looking for maximum softness, though this is a subtle difference and not normally enough to justify the choice on its own. Less like they have a hard core inside them and more like the rest of the doll is how the feet on non-standing dolls feel.
 
Forgetting What Kind of Feet She Has
Purchasers now and then forget what kind of feet they have and attempt to stand the doll regardless, which is the big risk with non-standing feet. Why is this common slip-up so damaging? The foam inside the ankle can't support the doll's weight, and it'll tear or collapse. A doll that can no longer stand, even if you attempt to support her, is the result, because the feet have been permanently damaged. If non-standing feet are what you're acquiring, remember that they're non-standing and don't 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. Short answer: no, not readily. Embedded in the soles during manufacturing, the bolts can only be added afterwards by cutting into the feet and installing new hardware, which is expensive and often doesn't work as well as the original. If you're considering purchasing a doll without standing feet, and you think you might want them later, it's better to acquire a doll with standing feet in the first place than to try to add them later.
 
Selecting Between Standing and Non-Standing Feet
Deciding between standing and non-standing feet comes with simple functional advice. Should you plan to photograph the doll, display her standing, or use her in the shower, standing feet are what you need. Non-standing feet are perfectly sufficient if 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 alternative open and cost only a little more.
 
Pressure on the Body When Lying Down
Gender plays a part too, and it's worth mentioning. Because male dolls are heavier and more tricky to store in any other way, they generally get more from standing feet than female dolls do. A 45kg male doll who can't stand must be stored lying down, putting pressure on the body and requiring more space. With standing feet, male dolls can be stored upright, a genuine benefit for purchasers who don't have a lot of room.
 
Industrial-Looking Soles on Delicate Dolls
A final note is worth making on the aesthetic difference between standing and non-standing feet. When the doll is barefoot, the slight hardness at the bottom of standing feet, caused by the bolts, can be visible. Less aesthetically gratifying, to some customers, is this, particularly on dolls with fragile features, as the hard soles look a little industrial. Softness and a natural look are what non-standing feet offer, and some buyers prefer them. The trade-off only matters if you're photographing the doll barefoot; if barefoot photos are a priority, it's worth factoring into your decision.
 
A Loose Bolt Can Damage the Foot or Ankle
Worth considering, too, is a maintenance angle. The bolts in standing feet need a periodic check to confirm they're secure, because the worst case is a bolt falling out totally and the doll collapsing, with a loose one damaging the foot or ankle on the way there. A soft twist of the bolts every few months checks them; if they feel loose, tighten them with the fitting tool. A little lower-maintenance in the long run, non-standing feet don't have this issue as there's no hardware to come loose.
 
Displaying a Standing Doll on a Hard Floor
On distinct surfaces, the bolts affect how the doll stands. The doll is constant on carpet, where the bolts grip well. The doll may need extra support to stay upright when the bolts slip on hard flooring, particularly a smooth floor. Putting a small mat or a grippy pad under the feet is worth considering on a hard surface, as it prevents 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.
 
If You Care About Exact Proportions
A final, often overlooked, consideration is the effect of standing feet on the doll's overall proportions. Adding a small quantity of length to the foot, the bolts can a little change the way the doll looks in barefoot photos. If you care about specific proportions and plan to photograph the doll barefoot, this subtle effect, usually invisible in shoes, is worth knowing about. Lacking the bolts, non-standing feet steer clear of this effect and are somewhat shorter and more natural-looking.
 
Additional Cost for Extra Options
What it comes down to is that most purchasers will find standing feet worth the extra cost, since they open up posing, display, storage, and shower options 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. For everyone else, standing feet are the better choice, and they're one of the simplest upgrades to justify. More info at this A Quick Deep Dive Into Modern Sex Dolls- What to Expect (https://forum.makethemmove.com/showthread.php?tid=91068) 6746b1b  as well as A No-BS Breakdown of Sex Dolls Today- The Stuff That Matters (https://bloodhunterviktor.com/bhforums/showthread.php?tid=1345) as well as The Complete Breakdown of Sex Dolls Today- Before You Spend a Penny (https://prepperforum.se/showthread.php?tid=109288) as well as The Complete Breakdown of Sex Dolls Right Now- Start Here (http://rc.zeitup.hera-software.de/thread-22240.html) on top of The Essential Breakdown of Sex Dolls Right Now- The Stuff That Matters (https://ulundi.online/mybb/showthread.php?tid=1159) which is worth considering with The Ultimate Look at Sex Dolls Right Now- The Honest Breakdown (https://buckazoidtalk.org/index.php?topic=2760.new#new) together with The No-Nonsense Lowdown on Sex Dolls- Start Here (https://codeplugs.com/forums/showthread.php?tid=2558) and don't forget Your Ultimate Breakdown of Sex Dolls Today- No Hype Just Facts (https://test.virtualworldsitalia.com/index.php?topic=1147.new#new) which is worth considering with A Candid Deep Dive Into Sex Dolls Right Now- Read Before You Buy (http://team-uber.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=2493) and An Honest Guide to Sex Dolls- What You Need to Know (https://catrachosporelmundo.com/index.php?topic=54681.new#new). Also check out  moved here (https://prepperforum.se/showthread.php?tid=107453) bearing in mind  look what i found (https://rosenfeld-tech.com/index.php?topic=214.new) alongside all  check out this site (https://www.blitzschmiede-mv.de/viewtopic.php?t=48239) on top of  you could try this out (https://www.antiradary-forum.cz/viewtopic.php?p=30642) as well as  get the facts (https://www.fiorinofunclub.com/showthread.php?tid=7674) alongside all  click here for info (http://ahtop.top/showthread.php?tid=590) and don't forget  home page (http://enterprise-nt.ca/forum/viewtopic.php?t=68835) which is worth considering with  more tips here (http://talknaija.com/viewtopic.php?t=299982) not forgetting sites such as  click here now (https://ulundi.online/mybb/showthread.php?tid=83) and  check my blog (https://www.fiorinofunclub.com/showthread.php?tid=7541) for more.