In recent times, the debate over two types of wall and ceiling solutions are going on. The two types are PVC Panels or Polyvinyl chloride Panels and FRP or Fiber Reinforced Panels. Over the years people used to choose the FRPs as it was believed to be a cheaper option than the PVC Panels. But people used to forget to add the labor cost, the cost of supporting materials such as glue and FRP wallboard, needed time to fix the FRPs into the walls or ceiling and most importantly the longevity of the FRPs. If you are more careful about money-matters than others, you would’ve chosen the PVC Panels for wall and ceiling solutions over the FRPs.

Now, let us discuss a few important points on why and how the PVC Panels are a better choice than the FRPs.

1 Cost Calculation:

On average, for a 4’×8’ area the cost of Duramax PVC Paneling can go up to $72 whereas the FRP cost will be more than $84. For a 4’×8’ Duramax PVC Panel it costs $68 while an FRP cost only $38 at the beginning, but the associated cost of FRPs is more than $40. So mathematically FRP can sound good at first, but financially it is a bad deal for you as it will go more expensive than the PVC paneling.

2 Durability:

To enhance the Durability of FRP wall or ceiling solutions you will be needing extra support such as adhesive and FRP wallboard to hold it in its proper placing. This will cost you more than the cost of FRP boards. Moreover, the FRP board absorbs moisture from the air until it becomes saturated. Later, the absorbed water cause molds and fungus in the panels or can simply go rotten, which will force you to change the whole paneling from time to time.

The durability of Duramax PVC Panels is unquestionable. Once you fix the Duramax panels into your walls or ceiling, it will stay there forever. Duramax Panels do not absorb moisture from the air so it doesn’t get affected by molds or fungus or any other biological or chemical interference.

3 Scope of Use:

The makers of the FRP panels claim that you can use their panels anywhere and everywhere, but that is incorrect. If you are living in some place which is too humid or sunny or frosty, the weather will affect the panels very badly. So, if you are planning to use FRP panels for Grow rooms, pig or chicken farming, heed our warning, don’t use it. The FRP panels will absorb moisture from the air and go rotten or moldy and you will be forced to change the paneling within regular intervals. Apart from chemically active, the FRPs are also prone to fire and can burn vigorously.

But wait! The PVC Panels will be your best choice for your farming, grow rooms, factory or kitchen walling and ceiling solutions. As Duramax panels are not only water-proof, chemical-inactive and class A certified Fire-retardant.