WPC (Wood-Plastic Composite) wall panel is a composite decorative material that combines wood fiber and plastic materials through advanced technology. This material not only inherits the natural and environmentally friendly characteristics of wood, but also combines the high durability and low maintenance of plastic materials, thereby achieving excellent overall performance. The following is a detailed description of its main components and production process:
The wood fiber in WPC wall panels mainly comes from renewable resources, such as sawdust, wood chips, bamboo fiber, etc. These fibers are carefully processed to enhance the rigidity of the material while providing natural texture and texture to the product. The use of recycled wood fiber is not only environmentally friendly, but also significantly reduces production costs, which is in line with the concept of sustainable development.
The plastic used in WPC wall panels is generally polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP) or polyvinyl chloride (PVC). These plastics are combined with wood fibers through hot-melt technology, giving the material excellent waterproof, moisture-proof and corrosion-resistant properties, making it stable for a long time in humid environments.
In order to improve the performance and appearance of materials, a variety of additives are added during the production process, such as antioxidants, stabilizers, lubricants, flame retardants and colorants. These additives can not only enhance the anti-aging properties of the material, but also make its color more durable, meeting the decoration needs of different scenes.
WPC wall panels are typically manufactured through mixing, extrusion and molding processes. First, the wood fibers, plastics and additives are mixed evenly, and then extruded under high temperature and high pressure. Finally, they are cut into different sizes and shapes according to needs, and surface treated to achieve the ideal decorative effect.
As a new type of decorative material, WPC wall panel’s functionality and decoration are far superior to traditional wood or plastic materials. The following are some significant advantages of WPC wall panels, each of which can bring more convenience and value to your decoration:
The manufacturing process of WPC wall panels takes environmental protection as the core concept, and the raw materials used are mostly recycled resources or renewable materials. Compared with traditional decorative materials, WPC wall panels do not release harmful substances such as formaldehyde during the production process, so there is no threat to human health. In addition, its recyclability allows it to be recycled at the end of its life, further reducing environmental impact.
WPC wall panels combine the advantages of wood and plastic, have excellent waterproof, moisture-proof, and anti-corrosion properties, and can maintain stability even in wet or extreme weather conditions. Compared with traditional wood, WPC wall panels are not easy to crack, warp or deform, their durability is significantly improved and they can remain as new for a long time.
WPC wall panels adopt a modular design, and the installation process is simple and fast, without the need for complicated construction tools or processes. This feature not only significantly shortens the construction period, but also saves labor and installation costs. In addition, WPC wall panels are lighter in weight, more convenient during transportation and installation, and reduce the difficulty of construction.
The surface of WPC wall panels has been carefully processed and can present a variety of textures and colors, such as imitation wood grain, stone grain, solid color, etc., to meet the decoration needs of various styles. Compared with natural wood, WPC wall panels have a more uniform color, a finer texture, and are not easy to fade, making them an ideal choice for those who pursue high-quality decorative effects.
The surface of WPC wall panels has good anti-fouling properties and is not easily contaminated by dust or dirt. Even if it needs to be cleaned, it only needs to be wiped simply. In addition, unlike wood that requires regular painting or protection, WPC wall panels do not require complex maintenance, thus reducing maintenance costs over the long term.
Faced with the wide variety of WPC wall panels on the market, it is not easy to choose a product that suits your needs. The following are several factors that need to be considered when purchasing WPC wall panels:
Before purchasing WPC wall panels from Hosung WPC, you first need to clarify your needs based on the actual application scenario. If it is used for indoor decoration, you should give priority to products with smooth surfaces and fine textures; if it is used for outdoor decoration, you need to pay attention to the weather resistance, UV protection performance and durability of the product.
The proportion of wood fiber and plastic in WPC wall panels directly affects its performance and appearance. Generally speaking, the higher the proportion of wood fiber, the closer the texture of the product is to natural wood, but too low a proportion of plastic may result in reduced durability. Therefore, it is recommended to choose products with the right proportion of wood fiber and plastic for optimal performance.
The surface of high-quality WPC wall panels should be flat and smooth, without obvious bubbles, cracks or color differences. In addition, the edges of the product should be cut neatly without burrs or obvious defects to ensure the overall effect after installation.
It is crucial to choose a reputable brand or supplier, because it is not only related to product quality, but also involves subsequent installation guidance and after-sales service.
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Although the price of WPC wall panels may be slightly higher than traditional wood or plastic materials, its comprehensive performance and service life can significantly improve the overall cost-effectiveness of the decoration. When choosing, you might as well compare the quotes from several suppliers and make a reasonable decision based on comprehensive performance and budget.
Due to the excellent performance and wide applicability of WPC wall panels, it can almost meet the decoration needs of various scenes. The following are its main application areas:
WPC wall panels are widely used in wall decorations such as living rooms, bedrooms, and study rooms. Its natural texture and diverse colors can significantly enhance the aesthetics of the interior. In addition, it is also suitable for humid environments such as kitchens and bathrooms because its waterproof performance is better than traditional materials.
In commercial places such as hotels, shopping malls, and office buildings, WPC wall panels are popular for their high-end appearance and low maintenance costs. These places usually have high requirements on the durability and beauty of decorative materials, and WPC wall panels can perfectly meet these needs.
In public facilities such as hospitals and schools, WPC wall panels can effectively improve the hygiene standards and comfort of the space due to their environmental protection and anti-fouling properties, and are ideal decorative materials for modern public spaces.
Due to the excellent weather resistance of WPC wall panels, it is also suitable for outdoor scenes such as balconies, terraces, and garden fences.
Wood-plastic composites are new materials which is the best alternative to natural lumber as a building material. WPC is made from wood fiber and plastic, because there is plastic in it, therefore it has a better elasticity modulus. Moreover, due to it contains wood fiber and mixed well with plastic, thus it has the same physical and mechanical properties as hardwood, such as compression resistance and bending resistance, and its durability is obviously better than natural wood materials. The surface hardness is 2-5 times higher than natural lumber.
The most widely use of WPCs are outdoor deck floors, but it is also used for railings, fences, landscaping timbers, cladding and siding and so on. In recent years, people in the flooring industry starts referring to WPC as a type of floor that has a basic structure of top polyethylene plus a rigid extruded core.
Our products comprise 30% plastic, 60% wood fiber, and 10% additives including UV stabilizers, coupling agents, lubricants etc. Compared with other WPC manufacturers in China, who use mixed wood fiber, we use hardwood fiber. While other WPC products are made with 25% to 28% plastic, our WPC products are made with 30% plastic, making our products feature exceptional strength.
WPC is mainly divided into two categories: PE WPC and PVC WPC:
PE wood-plastic products are mainly used in outdoor garden construction, such as guardrails, floors, trash cans, flower ponds, pallets and so on. It features excellent water resistance, corrosion resistance and high hardness, and is easily deformed and buckled by heat.
Even though PVC WPC products are low cost than PE WPC, it’s not suggested to install in outdoor environments. Due to its characteristics, PVC is easy to fade and the shore hardness is worse than PE. The most important thing is that the water absorption of PVC products is up to 5% which is way higher than PE composite decking.
WPC products are environmentally friendly and 100% recyclable. WPC products are anti-UV, waterproof, moisture-proof, mothproof and anti-mildew, and fire resistant. WPC products have no maintenance cost, they are no need for painting and other special maintenance.
Wood plastic composite still performs well even in low-temperature weather. However, because plastic accounts for more than 50% of the composition of wood plastic, it will become harder to drill in extremely cold conditions. In this case, pre-drilling is required.
All the WPC product will fade a little after it is exposed to the sun and undergoes the weather. The anti-UV additives are added to reduce the fading and it will be much more suitable for outdoor application. During the first 3 months, the color may fade a little with an approximated percentage of 5% to 10%, this will not affect the overall effect. After that, the color will stay at a stable level through the lifetime of the product.
WPC products are much heavier than wood with the same volume. It should be placed on the flat floor for long time storage to prevent warping. We usual suggest customer to use galvanized steel pallet for WPC packing.
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