Fire Resistance | Commercial buildings, hotels | Industry Standard: ASTM E84 Class B (26-75 Flame Spread) Our Base: ASTM E84 Class B (▲) Our Advanced: ASTM E84 Class A (0-25 Flame Spread) (meets FAA/OSHA standards) | Base: Cost-effective for standard compliance Advanced: Exceeds codes for high-risk zones | Advanced: Higher cost due to fire-retardant additives |
Water Resistance | Kitchens, bathrooms, humid climates | Industry Standard: IPX3 (splash-proof) Our Base: IPX4 (IPX4-rated, withstands 10° spray) Our Advanced: IPX5 (IPX5-rated, withstands 60° jets) | Base: Protects against accidental spills Advanced: Ideal for wet areas like saunas | Industry Standard: Limited to light moisture exposure |
Moisture & Mold Proof | Coastal regions, high-humidity zones | Industry Standard: ASTM C739 (mold resistance after 14 days) Our Base/Advanced: ASTM C739 (0% mold growth after 28 days) (tested per ISO 11929) | Both tiers: Eliminates mold risk in humid environments | Industry Standard: Shorter mold resistance timeframe |
Sound Absorption | Offices, theaters, schools | Industry Standard: NRC 0.3-0.4 Our Base: NRC 0.5 (reduces noise by 30%) Our Advanced: NRC 0.7 (reduces noise by 45%) (measured via ASTM C423) | Advanced: Superior acoustics for noise-sensitive spaces | Base: Adequate but less effective for high-noise areas |
Installation Ease | DIY projects, retrofitting | Industry Standard: Requires professional tools Our Base: Hollow-core design (easy snap-fit) Our Advanced: Pre-drilled holes + hollow-core (▲) | Both tiers: 50% faster installation vs. traditional tiles | Industry Standard: Labor-intensive and costly |
Aesthetic Design | Hotels, restaurants, offices | Industry Standard: Flat, uniform surfaces Our Base: Brushed finish (reduces glare) Our Advanced: Laminated + embossed textures (wood grain realism ▲) | Advanced: Customizable designs for premium aesthetics | Base: Limited to standard brushed textures |