Category | Usage Scenarios | Characteristics | Advantages | Disadvantages |
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Material Composition | Outdoor construction, landscaping | Industry Standard: Granite (45-55% silica) | Our Base: Basalt (65-80% silica) ▲ | Our Advanced: Reinforced Basalt (70% silica) ▲▲ (ASTM C139 silica content certification) |
| | | Higher silica enhances durability and weather resistance. | Base: Less common in regions favoring granite. Advanced: Premium cost. |
| Surface Finishing | Walkways, patios, garden borders | Industry Standard: Honed (ASTM C779) | Our Base: Polished (600 grit) | Our Advanced: Flamed (ASTM C779) ▲
(ASTM C779 texture compliance) |
| | | | Sleek appearance for modern designs. | Advanced: Textured flamed finish improves slip resistance in wet conditions. |
| Certifications | International projects, commercial builds | Industry Standard: ASTM C139 | Our Base: CE | Our Advanced: CE + ASTM ▲
(ISO 9001 quality management) |
| | | | Meets EU safety standards. | Advanced: Dual certification for global compliance and export flexibility. |
| Application Suitability | Parks, high-traffic areas | Industry Standard: Parks (500 freeze-thaw cycles) | Our Base: 500 freeze-thaw cycles ▲ | Our Advanced: 600 freeze-thaw cycles ▲▲
(ASTM C666 freeze-thaw testing) |
| | | | Withstands harsh weather for outdoor durability. | Base: Sufficient for moderate climates; Advanced for extreme conditions. |
| Durability | Structural elements, load-bearing walls | Industry Standard: Sandstone (120 MPa compressive strength) | Our Base: 150 MPa ▲ | Our Advanced: 180 MPa ▲▲
(ISO 9516 compressive strength test) |
| | | | Outperforms sandstone for heavy-use scenarios. | Base: Cost-effective for standard projects; Advanced: High-cost premium. |
| Maintenance | Low-maintenance outdoor spaces | Industry Standard: Requires annual sealing | Our Base: Requires sealing every 2 years | Our Advanced: Self-cleaning (no seal) ▲
(ASTM C1028 moisture resistance) |
| | | | Base: Moderate upkeep. | Advanced: Flamed finish reduces algae/moss growth, lowering long-term costs. |