Material Composition | Residential homes, commercial spaces | Industry Standard: Basic steel/plastic composites Our Base: ASTM A313 stainless steel + solid wood (ASTM D543) Our Advanced: Tempered glass (ASTM C1048) + premium hardwood | ▲ Base: Corrosion-resistant, eco-friendly wood (ISO 14024) ▲ Advanced: Scratch-resistant glass (5x harder than plastic) | Base: Heavier than plastic; Advanced: Higher cost (+30%) vs. basic materials |
Structural Integrity | High-traffic areas, load-bearing needs | Industry Standard: 150 kg/step (EN 1993) Our Base: 250 kg/step (ASTM F2447) Our Advanced: 400 kg/step (ISO 14439) | ▲ Base: 67% stronger than standard; ▲ Advanced: 167% stronger than standard | Advanced: Requires reinforced foundations (adds 15% installation cost) |
Noise Level | Open-plan offices, apartments | Industry Standard: 55 dBA (ISO 10140) Our Base: 43 dBA (quieter than a refrigerator hum) Our Advanced: 32 dBA (whisper-level quiet) | ▲ Base: 22% quieter than standard; ▲ Advanced: 42% quieter than standard | Advanced: Requires acoustic padding (adds 10% weight) |
Aesthetic Design | Modern interiors, luxury spaces | Industry Standard: Flat finishes Our Base: Powder-coated matte (ASTM D3359 adhesion) Our Advanced: Custom wood grain + tempered glass panels | ▲ Base: 90% UV-resistant coating; ▲ Advanced: 3D laser-etched designs (ISO 105-J02) | Advanced: Custom designs require 2-week lead time |
Maintenance Requirements | High-humidity environments (e.g., basements) | Industry Standard: Quarterly oiling Our Base: Annual maintenance (water-repellent wood) Our Advanced: Self-cleaning coating (ISO 20340) | ▲ Base: 70% less maintenance than standard; ▲ Advanced: No routine maintenance needed | Advanced: Coating requires professional reapplication every 5 years |
Cost Efficiency | Budget-sensitive projects, mid-range renovations | Industry Standard: $50-$70/step Our Base: $85/step (includes 10-year warranty) Our Advanced: $140/step (includes 20-year warranty + insurance) | ▲ Base: 2x longer lifespan than standard; ▲ Advanced: 3x lifespan with 5% annual ROI in property value | Advanced: 60% pricier than base tier |