Material Composition | High-traffic areas, eco-conscious spaces | Industry Standard: Generic hardwood (no certification) Our Base: Oak (PEFC certified) Our Advanced: Oak + nano-coating (ASTM D3359) | ▲ Base: 20% more durable than Industry ▲▲ Advanced: Resists scratches 5x longer | Advanced: Slight weight increase (15%) for thicker coatings |
Thickness | Floor leveling, uneven subfloors | Industry: 12mm (ISO 611) Base: 14mm (ISO 611) Advanced: 18mm (ISO 611) | ▲ Base: 16% thicker for better stability ▲▲ Advanced: 50% thicker for heavy-use durability | Advanced: Requires 2cm subfloor clearance (vs 1cm for Base) |
Installation Method | DIY projects, quick renovations | Industry: Glue-down (EN 13329) Base: T&G (ASTM F2123) Advanced: T&G + magnetic alignment (patent-pending) | ▲ Base: 30% faster installation than Industry ▲▲ Advanced: 50% less labor time | Advanced: Higher cost for precision tools |
Durability | Commercial spaces, pet-friendly homes | Industry: 1,200 lbf Janka (ASTM D1037) Base: 1,360 lbf Janka Advanced: 1,500 lbf Janka + UV resistance (ASTM G154) | ▲ Base: 13% harder than Industry ▲▲ Advanced: Withstands 10,000+ foot traffic cycles | Advanced: 10% higher price point |
Aesthetic Design | Modern interiors, luxury spaces | Industry: Standard plank patterns Base: Chevron (customizable angles) Advanced: Chevron + 3D embossed grain (ISO 3310) | ▲ Base: 40% more design flexibility ▲▲ Advanced: Mimics natural wood texture (98% accuracy) | Advanced: Limited color options for embossed variants |
Sound Insulation | Open-plan offices, apartments | Industry: 28 dBA reduction (ISO 140-5) Base: 35 dBA reduction Advanced: 43 dBA reduction (quieter than a whisper) | ▲ Base: 25% quieter than Industry ▲▲ Advanced: 50% quieter (ideal for sound-sensitive areas) | Advanced: Adds 0.5cm to floor height |