| Characteristic |
WPC |
WOOD |
| Using Property |
Resistance to moisture |
Waterproof |
Not waterproof |
| Resistance to rot |
Antisepsis |
Is easy to rot, need special treating |
| Resistance to split |
Never split |
split due to weathering |
| Resistance to distortion |
Infrequent to distort |
Is easy to distort, especially outdoor |
| Outdoor Application |
|
Is very adaptive |
Few types of treated-wood are adaptive |
| Maintenance |
Painting |
No need to paint |
Need paint periodically to maintain |
| Lifespan |
|
Lasting (not less than 25-30 years) |
Requires maintenance |
| Form |
|
Extruded to manufacture many forms on demand |
Form is simple |
| Environment effects |
|
Can be 100% recycled |
Consume wood |
| Cost |
|
Less |
More |
| Durability \ Cost ratio |
|
High |
Low |
| Efficiency |
|
More efficient |
Less efficient |
