Duramax is a leading PVC wall panel supplier that offers you the superior quality wall panel to get rid of the poor graded FRP (Fiber Reinforced Panels). Our panel reaches FDA requirements; hence you can use it in commercial kitchen walls to keep the area clean and free from humidity. The wall panels usually consist of FRP, PVC, and metal, among which PVC is the best solution in comparison to the FRP.
PVC is better than FRP because of several reasons. It has a longer life span. If you can provide it a little care, it will last for a lifetime. The 1-hour fire grade also ensures its durability. Unlike the FRP panel, it does not peel off. It does not need any adhesive. The installation is quicker and easier than that of FRP. It won’t absorb water, delaminate, vulnerable to water vapor. FRP panels are susceptible to callbacks. FRP cost is double, and the labor charge is 40% more in the case of FRP installation.
Since the FRP has a rough surface, cleaning is difficult. The thickness of PVC is 0.5,” and it does not require any backer, which causes the panel moist and thus dirty. PVC will never absorb moisture as in the case of FRP or get rot. This premium quality panel is manufactured in the USA. Therefore, FRP pricing is quite high despite poor performance.
On the contrary, a backer of OSB, drywall, or plywood is a must for the installation of FRP. The inclusion of backer along with the generous amount of glue and face-mounted rivets increases the overall price of material and installation charges. In addition to that, it is likely to rot and mold as the wood in the back has a tendency to absorb the environmental moisture. Due to the absorption of moisture, FRP peels off after a few years of installation, and you will need a replacement every 4-5 years, which incurs a hefty amount.
With the advent of PVC, the era of moisture-absorbing backer supported panel is past now. If you compare FRP vs. PVC, you will realize the benefits of installing PVC. The PVC is also suitable for Cannabis to grow rooms because the material is light-reflective, water, and chemical resistant, and it distributes the reflected light evenly.
Besides food, our PVC panel is a better alternative to the highly-priced FRP for the animals, dairy, and agriculture too. The smooth surface is easy to clean, and it does not absorb moisture at all. The material is not favorable for the bacteria to grow on it.
If you want to replace your existing FRP wall panels, send us an email with your job requirement. Our experts will contact you for a detailed discussion and will get you a quote within 24 hours. We offer a free consultation, so feel free to contact us. For more details, visit our website and fill in the query form.