Material | Home Kitchen, Party Decor | Industry Standard: Plastic (non-renewable) ▲ Our Base: Bamboo (renewable, 1-year growth cycle) ▲ Our Advanced: Bamboo + Eco-Resin (durable finish) | Base: 100% biodegradable (ISO 14021) ▲ Advanced: 5x water resistance (ASTM D570) | Industry: High carbon footprint ▲ Advanced: 20% heavier (0.3 lbs/coaster) |
Durability | Daily Use, High-Traffic Settings | Industry: 1,500 PSI (pine) ▲ Base: 13,000 PSI (bamboo) ▲ Advanced: 18,000 PSI (treated bamboo) | Base: 5x stronger than oak ▲ Advanced: Resists warping (EN 338) | Industry: Prone to splintering ▲ Advanced: Slight cost increase (+$2/unit) |
Customization | Personal Gifts, Branding | Industry: None ▲ Base: Laser engraving (0.5mm depth) ▲ Advanced: Full-color sublimation (1000 DPI) | Base: Personalizable names/logos ▲ Advanced: Photo-realistic designs (ISO 12647-7) | Industry: No personalization ▲ Advanced: Requires professional setup (+$5/unit) |
Spill Resistance | Wet Surfaces, Beverage Use | Industry: 10% absorption ▲ Base: 3% absorption (ISO 9052) ▲ Advanced: 0.5% absorption + non-slip base | Base: Prevents water stains ▲ Advanced: 10x grip strength (ASTM D4157) | Industry: Leaves residue ▲ Advanced: Slightly thicker (0.5" vs 0.3") |
Weight | Portable Use, Travel | Industry: 0.5 lbs/coaster ▲ Base: 0.2 lbs (lightweight bamboo) ▲ Advanced: 0.15 lbs (hollow core) | Base: 60% lighter than ceramic ▲ Advanced: 70% lighter, easy to carry | Industry: Bulky storage ▲ Advanced: Less sturdy for heavy mugs |
Eco-Friendly | Sustainable Living, Eco-Conscious | Industry: 450+ years to decompose ▲ Base: 100% compostable ▲ Advanced: Carbon-neutral production (ISO 14064) | Base: Zero plastic use ▲ Advanced: 100% recycled packaging | Industry: Microplastic shedding ▲ Advanced: Limited color options (eco-dyes) |