The major differences between PVC wall panels and FRP

Once upon a time, businesses heavily relied upon FRP wall materials to keep the wet commercial interiors clean and dry. The problem starts as the FRP panels begin to rot, mold, and absorb moisture. Commercial applications like grow rooms, Laundromats, marinas, fisheries, dairy farms, riding stables, restaurants, eateries, and breweries soon realized that FRP panels aren’t a great choice. As a result, businesses chose PVC wall panels when looking for an FRP replacement. However, not all PVC materials are created equal. Some are stronger, thicker, and more durable than others. Duramax PVC Panel Suppliers offer ½ inch wall panels at factory costs that last 4x times longer than FRP. Here are a few other reasons why Duramax PVC Panels outperform FRP.

Waterproof and durable PVC panels

The high-grade PVC wall panels made from 100% virgin vinyl are water resistant, durable, and last for 50 years with no callbacks. The vinyl wall materials do not need repairing, repainting, or replacing. The white PVC wall panels require no repainting and retain the pristine look without much maintenance. The lifecycle of Duramax PVC Panels is around 140 years, and the material can get recycled 7x times. The durable PVC panels can last for a lifetime as they arrive in DIY packages with a limited lifetime warranty. On the other end, FRP wall panels are short-lived, lasting only for 25 years, after which they need to get replaced. The FRP panels require repeated repair as they mold, rot, and get damaged easily. In addition, the FRP material requires repainting as they start fading and staining very soon. Why should you spend a fortune on FRP callbacks when PVC panels are a more sustainable choice? Get vinyl wallboard from PVC Panel Suppliers at factory-direct rates, as they are more affordable in the long haul than FRP.

Strong, impact-resistant, and hygienic wall panels

Duramax PVC Panels have an internal webbed truss design. The trusscore-designed technology ensures that the panel board offers exceptional strength and resilience. The PVC panels are impact resistant and won't break, crack or warp. The vinyl wall panels are mold-free, antibacterial, and mildew resistant. The PVC panels ensure the topmost cleanliness under all circumstances. The PVC material is FDA-compliant, CFIA-certified, non-toxic and ASTM-certified. The vinyl wall panels are fireproof and have Class A one-hour fire-rated resistivity.


On the other hand, FRP wall panels are fragile and break easily. The FRP material is thinner than PVC and falls off at the slightest impact or blow. The FRP panels are susceptible to moisture damage and start rotting, molding, and developing mildew within a few hours of dampness. If you are looking for hygienic wall paneling, then consider PVC over FRP for sanitization and cleanliness.

Low maintenance and quick installation

PVC wall panels are low maintenance, and the installation takes 7 to 8 hours at the maximum. The vinyl wall materials arrive in DIY packages and require no extra materials or skilled laborers for the installation. On the other hand, FRP panels need heavy-duty cleaning and intensive maintenance. The FRP panel installation will require minimally two days and two skilled laborers. In addition, the FRP setup requires you to buy the wall material and additional resources like rivets, adhesives, and backers. Why spend a fortune to install FRP when PVC makes you save 40% on material costs and 50% on labor expenses?


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