Material Quality | Outdoor/Indoor Decor, High-Traffic Areas | Industry: PVC (brittle, 20% UV resistance) ▲ Base: PE (durable, 40% UV) ▲ Advanced: PE+UV Blend (80% UV) (ASTM D790) | Base: Lightweight, cost-effective. Advanced: Enhanced durability for prolonged outdoor use. | Base: Limited UV resistance for extreme sun exposure. Advanced: Slightly heavier than Base. |
UV Resistance | Outdoor Landscaping, Long-Term Installations | Industry: 500h UV Exposure (ASTM G154) ▲ Base: 800h ▲ Advanced: 1,200h+ | Base: Suitable for moderate sun. Advanced: Maintains color integrity in direct sunlight. | Industry: Fades quickly. Base/Advanced: Requires repositioning if moved indoors/outdoors. |
Leaf Simulation | Wedding/Event Decor, Realistic Aesthetics | Industry: 60% Realism (ISO 179:2010) ▲ Base: 75% ▲ Advanced: 95% (Micro-textured leaves) | Base: Affordable realism. Advanced: Mimics natural foliage texture and movement. | Base: Less detailed up close. Advanced: Higher cost. |
Maintenance Requirements | Low-Maintenance Spaces (Offices, Homes) | Industry: Daily Watering (Real Plants) ▲ Base: Monthly Cleaning ▲ Advanced: Zero Maintenance | Base/Advanced: Eliminates pest control and pruning. Advanced: No fading/decay. | Industry: Labor-intensive. Base/Advanced: Initial cost vs real plants. |
Application Versatility | Multi-Use (Gardens, Events, Gifts) | Industry: Climate-Specific (Real Plants) ▲ Base: Indoor/Outdoor ▲ Advanced: All Environments (Temp: -20°C to 60°C) | Base: Balcony/decor. Advanced: Extreme climates (e.g., deserts, snow). | Base: Limited to moderate temps. Advanced: Bulky packaging for gifting. |
Aesthetic Customization | Commercial/Personalized Projects | Industry: Fixed Shapes (Real Plants) ▲ Base: Pre-Set Designs ▲ Advanced: Custom Shapes/Sizes (e.g., 3-Ball, 5-Ball) | Base: Standard designs for quick setup. Advanced: Tailored to client specs. | Industry: No customization. Base: Limited creativity. Advanced: Longer lead times. |