Material Quality | Outdoor patios, high-traffic walkways | Industry Standard: Generic stone (5-6mm, ungraded) Our Base: Slate (7-8mm, ASTM C131 certified) Our Advanced: Premium slate + UV protection (▲▲) | ▲▲ Enhanced durability (ASTM C131: 5000 abrasion cycles) EPR compliance (France/Germany) | Base: Moderate cost Advanced: Higher price due to UV treatment |
Shape Versatility | Custom garden layouts, modern designs | Industry Standard: Limited to rectangular/square Our Base: Round + square (standard patterns) Our Advanced: Custom geometric patterns (▲) | ▲ Supports artistic mosaics (e.g., circular medallions) Easy integration with fencing/landscaping | Advanced: Requires design consultation for customization |
Thickness | Heavy-use areas (e.g., driveways) | Industry Standard: 5-6mm Our Base: 7-8mm (▲) Our Advanced: 9-10mm (▲▲) | ▲▲ 20% thicker than industry standard (7-10mm) Resists cracking in freeze-thaw cycles (ISO 1920) | Base: Slightly heavier than standard Advanced: Bulky for small projects |
Certifications | EU-regulated projects | Industry Standard: CE only Our Base: CE + EPR France/Germany (▲) Our Advanced: CE + EPR + ASTM D543 chemical resistance (▲▲) | ▲▲ Complies with EU packaging laws and chemical exposure standards (ASTM D543: 50+ chemical exposures) | Certifications may increase upfront costs |
Durability | Coastal or industrial zones | Industry Standard: 10-year warranty Our Base: 15-year warranty (▲) Our Advanced: 25-year warranty (▲▲) | ▲▲ Outperforms industry in saltwater/chemical resistance (ASTM C1585) | Advanced: Requires professional installation for warranty |
Surface Finishing | Wet areas (e.g., pool decks) | Industry Standard: Smooth finish Our Base: Natural/split texture (▲) Our Advanced: Anti-slip textured finish (▲▲) | ▲▲ Reduces slipping risk (ASTM C1028: COF ≥ 0.6) Natural aesthetic appeal | Base: Requires sealing for stain resistance Advanced: Higher maintenance |