Water Resistance | Outdoor installations, bathrooms | Industry Standard: Passes basic water exposure tests (ASTM D570) Our Base: AS/NZS 2588 (≥95% moisture blockage) Our Advanced: ▲ 99% moisture blockage (ISO 2528) | Base: Suitable for most wet areas Advanced: Ideal for coastal or high-humidity zones | Base: Requires sealed joints in extreme conditions Advanced: Higher cost due to enhanced formulation |
Sound Absorption | Hotels, recording studios | Industry Standard: NRC 0.3–0.5 Our Base: NRC 0.5 (ISO 354) Our Advanced: ▲ NRC 0.7 (ASTM C423) | Base: Reduces echo in offices Advanced: Professional-grade noise control | Base: Limited for high-noise environments Advanced: Thicker profile may reduce ceiling height |
UV Stability | Outdoor cladding, sun-exposed ceilings | Industry Standard: 500 hours UV exposure (ASTM G154) Our Base: 2000 hours (▲ 4× standard) Our Advanced: ▲ 5000 hours (10× standard) | Base: Prevents fading in moderate sunlight Advanced: Maintains color in direct sunlight | Base: Not recommended for equatorial regions Advanced: Heavier material increases installation effort |
Fire Resistance | Commercial buildings, hospitals | Industry Standard: Fire class E (slow-burning) Our Base: Fire class E (CE-certified) Our Advanced: ▲ Fire class B (self-extinguishing) | Base: Meets basic fire safety codes Advanced: Complies with strict commercial fire regulations | Base: Requires additional fire barriers in high-risk zones Advanced: Slightly higher thermal conductivity |
Installation Ease | DIY home projects, commercial renovations | Industry Standard: Screws/nails required Our Base: Tongue-and-groove snap-fit (▲ 50% faster) Our Advanced: ▲ Magnetic interlocking (no tools) | Base: Reduces labor costs Advanced: Enables rapid assembly/disassembly | Base: Requires precise cuts for irregular spaces Advanced: Magnets add weight and cost |
Customization | Retail spaces, luxury hotels | Industry Standard: Limited color options Our Base: 10+ standard colors (▲ ISO 105-X10 colorfastness) Our Advanced: ▲ Custom printing (3D textures, RAL matching) | Base: Matches most design schemes Advanced: Unique branding or artistic designs | Base: Bulk orders required for non-standard colors Advanced: Longer lead times for bespoke finishes |