Material Durability | High-traffic areas (e.g., offices) | Industry Standard: Cardboard (ASTM D642) Our Base: Polystyrene (1000+ flex cycles, ASTM D5035) Our Advanced: MDF (10-year durability, ASTM D4396) | ▲ Base: Lightweight yet sturdy for casual use ▲ Advanced: Industrial-grade durability for long-term use | Base: Less resistant to extreme temperatures Advanced: Heavier than plastic alternatives |
Weight | Travel displays, temporary setups | Industry Standard: 500g (steel frames) Our Base: 250g (polystyrene, ISO 3801) Our Advanced: 320g (acrylic, ASTM D638) | ▲ Base: 50% lighter than steel (easily portable) ▲ Advanced: 30% stronger than polystyrene | Advanced: Slightly heavier than Base for added rigidity |
Design Versatility | Modern/bohemian decor | Industry Standard: 2 styles (plain/matte) Our Base: 3 styles (American/Eclectic, ASTM D523) Our Advanced: 5 styles + customizable mat borders (ASTM D638) | ▲ Base: Matches 80% of home decor themes ▲ Advanced: Full customization for niche aesthetics | Base: Limited color options Advanced: Requires design input from user |
Customization Options | Art galleries, personalized gifts | Industry Standard: No customization Our Base: Pre-set mat colors (ASTM D540) Our Advanced: Full-layer customization (frame thickness, mat size, ASTM D638) | ▲ Base: 5 color choices included ▲ Advanced: 10+ color/material combos + 3D depth adjustments | Base: No shape customization Advanced: Higher cost for bespoke features |
Size Variety | Large wall installations | Industry Standard: 2 sizes (4x6", 8x10") Our Base: 4 sizes (5x7", 6x6", 8x8", 12x12") Our Advanced: 6 sizes + custom sizing (ISO 3801) | ▲ Base: Covers 90% of common photo sizes ▲ Advanced: Fits oversized art (up to 16x20") | Base: No non-standard sizes Advanced: Requires manual cutting for bespoke dimensions |
Aesthetic Appeal | Luxury spaces, weddings | Industry Standard: Matte finish (ISO 2813) Our Base: Semi-gloss (ASTM D523) Our Advanced: High-gloss acrylic (92% clarity, ASTM D4060) | ▲ Base: Reduces glare by 30% ▲ Advanced: Mirror-like finish (ideal for art displays) | Base: Less reflective than Advanced Advanced: Prone to fingerprints |