Industry Standard Cement Board | Commercial exteriors, interior walls | - Material: Standard cement (non-asbestos) - Water Resistance: 24hr absorption <0.5% (ASTM C67) - Fire Resistance: Flame Spread Index 25 (ASTM E84) | Cost-effective, widely compatible with standard construction practices | Limited water resistance (▲0.35% less than Our Advanced), basic aesthetic options |
Our Base Fiber Cement Board | Residential exteriors, light commercial | - Material: Non-asbestos fiber cement - Water Resistance: 48hr absorption <0.3% (▲0.2% over Industry) - Surface: Smooth, waterproof (ISO 9330) | Enhanced durability vs. wood, 20% lighter than concrete (easier installation) | Moderate customization (▲limited color options vs. Our Advanced) |
Our Advanced Fiber Cement Board | Coastal buildings, high-moisture areas | - Material: Reinforced fiber cement - Water Resistance: 72hr absorption <0.15% (▲0.15% over Base) - Fire Resistance: Flame Spread Index 5 (▲20% safer) | 50-year warranty (▲2x Industry), UV-resistant surface (ASTM G154) | Higher upfront cost (▲15% more than Base) |
Wood Panel (Competitor) | Traditional architecture, indoor decor | - Material: Treated wood - Water Resistance: 12hr absorption <1.2% (ASTM D1990) - Surface: Natural grain texture (non-waterproof) | Authentic wood aesthetic, lower initial cost | Prone to warping (▲3x higher than fiber cement), requires frequent maintenance |
Metal Cladding (Competitor) | Industrial buildings, high-traffic areas | - Material: Galvanized steel - Water Resistance: Impermeable (ASTM A153) - Fire Resistance: Non-combustible (ASTM E119) | Zero water absorption (▲0.15% better than Our Advanced), high load-bearing | Heavy (▲30% harder to install), conducts heat/cold, limited color flexibility |
PVC Panel (Competitor) | Low-budget exteriors, temporary structures | - Material: Rigid PVC - Water Resistance: 48hr absorption <0.8% (ASTM D570) - Surface: Molded textures (limited durability) | Lightweight (▲50% lighter than metal), easy to cut | UV degradation (▲10% discoloration in 5 years), flammable (▲higher fire risk) |