Material property comparison charts:
The following tables summarise the properties of various materials compared to one another.
Negative properties:
Material Property |
Competing plastic products |
Wood |
Metal |
Concrete |
APR |
Susceptible to cracking |
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Susceptible to rotting |
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Susceptible to rusting |
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Susceptible to splintering |
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Susceptible to termites |
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Susceptible to water |
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Susceptible to salt |
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Susceptible to weathering |
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Becomes brittle |
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Sharp edges |
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Can leach chemicals |
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Requires natural resources |
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Contributes to landfill |
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Positive properties:
Material Property |
Competing plastic products |
Wood |
Metal |
Concrete |
APR |
Strong |
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Flexible |
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UV resistant |
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Lightweight |
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Uniform in thickness and length |
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Low thermal conductivity |
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No electrical conductivity |
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Can be easily cut, drilled, screwed, bolted & stapled into |
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Low energy use in production |
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Low water use in production |
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Saves raw natural materials |
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Environmentally friendly |
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Made from 100% recycled waste material |
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It’s simple. When considering products that are better for the environment, are more robust and more cost-effective, APR products tick all of the boxes you want and none of the boxes you don’t.
