Material Composition | Commercial buildings | Gypsum (ASTM C1322) vs Gypsum + fiberglass mesh (ASTM C1322 + ASTM D790) ▲ vs Fiberglass-reinforced composite (ASTM C1322 + ASTM D638) ▲▲ | Base tier adds durability; Advanced offers fire resistance (ASTM E84) | Advanced may require specialized handling due to weight; Industry standard lacks reinforcement |
Waterproofing | Bathrooms, kitchens | Non-waterproof ▲0 vs Basic water resistance (IPX2) ▲ vs Full submersion (IPX7) ▲▲ | Advanced prevents mold in humid areas; Base meets basic moisture requirements | Industry standard unsuitable for high-moisture zones; Advanced increases cost by ~20% |
Length | Large spaces | 2m (ISO 12944) vs 2.5m (custom length) ▲ vs 3m (ISO 12944 extended) ▲▲ | Longer lengths reduce joints by 30%, lowering labor costs | Advanced may require special transport for oversized pieces; Industry standard limits design flexibility |
Surface Finish | High-end interiors | Matte (no coating) vs Film coated (ASTM D4141) ▲ vs UV-resistant + polished (ASTM D4141 + ASTM D523) ▲▲ | Advanced resists fading (500+ hours UV exposure); Base simplifies painting | Base may show scratches over time; Advanced finish adds ~10% to production time |
Application Suitability | Hotels vs. residential | General indoor use vs Hotels/commercial spaces ▲ vs Fire-sensitive/high-moisture areas ▲▲ | Advanced meets hotel fire codes (ASTM E84); Base suits mid-range commercial projects | Industry standard limited to low-risk environments; Advanced may over-specify for residential use |
Installation Ease | DIY vs. professional install | Requires tools ▲0 vs Pre-grooved edges (ISO 14414) ▲ vs Snap-fit joints (ISO 14414 + ASTM F2270) ▲▲ | Advanced cuts installation time by 40%; Base reduces skill dependency | Advanced joints may require alignment tools; Industry standard demands expert labor |