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Outdoor plastic wood panels: Structure, advantages/disadvantages, price, applications
Outdoor plastic wood panels (Composite plastic wood panels, WPC plastic wood panels, plastic wood panels) are exterior decoration materials with a long bar shape with main ingredients including wood powder, plastic granules and additives. The product has many outstanding advantages such as high durability, waterproofing, effective water resistance, fire resistance, safe to use, long maintenance cycle, reasonable price, scratch resistance, good impact resistance and good durability. environmentally friendly.
However, this material also has 3 disadvantages that users need to pay attention to: it needs to be installed by a professional worker, the 2D printed pattern on plastic wood fades after a long time of use, and there is a condition of color deviation between 2 different batches.
There are currently two main types of outdoor plastic wood paneling: wave surface and flat surface with a price of about 2 VND/m860.000.2 to 1.025.000 VND/m2 Depending on each specific line, meeting the diverse needs of users in different categories from wall cladding, ceiling cladding, porch cladding, gate cladding, flower trellis decoration, wood-plastic flower pots, outdoor tables and chairs, making signs, etc. Let's see the details of the following article to have a clearer view of this type of material.
What is the structure of plastic wood panels?
Composite wood-plastic panels are made up of many components, including: wood powder, plastic powder, colorants and adhesives. Depending on the different brand of plastic wood, there will be different ingredient ratios.
Kosmos plastic wood paneling has 60% wood powder, 30% plastic powder, 10% colorants and adhesives.
Galawood plastic wood paneling has 55% wood powder, 35% plastic powder, 10% colorants and adhesives.
What are the advantages of outdoor plastic wood panels?
Outdoor plastic wood panels have the following 7 outstanding advantages:
- Durable
- Waterproof and waterproof effectively
- Fire brake, safe to use
- Long maintenance cycle
- Good price
- Good scratch and impact resistance
- Environmental friendliness
What are the disadvantages of Composite plastic wood panels?
Outdoor composite plastic wood panels have 3 limitations:
- Needs to be installed by highly qualified workers
- 2D printed patterns on plastic wood fade after long periods of use
- There is a color difference between 2 different batches
How many types of outdoor plastic wood panels are there?
Currently, there are two main types of outdoor plastic wood panels: wave surface and flat surface.
Wave front
Corrugated plastic panel (fluted plastic wood panel, fluted outdoor panel) is a line of plastic wood panels with a wavy surface, creating a unique spatial effect that brings a luxurious feeling to the project. In addition, the panel also has locking joints to help make construction quick and secure.
Plane
Flat outdoor plastic wood panels are currently very popular, on the surface they will simulate 2D wood grain or 3D wood grain. This material brings simplicity, modernity and ease of cleaning. The product has types with lock and without lock, the type without lock is called multi-purpose plastic wood panel (multi-purpose panel).
How much does outdoor plastic wood paneling cost?
The price of plastic wood panels on the market fluctuates around 860.000 - 1.025.000 VND/mXNUMX.2. Below is a detailed quote for all types.
| Type of cladding | Selling price (VND/m2) | Illustration |
| Flat-faced plastic wood paneling without locks | 860,000 – 920,000 VND/m2 |  |
| Flat panel with 2D wood grain lock | About 880.000 VND/m2 |  |
| Flat panel with 3D wood grain lock | About 915.000 VND/m2 |  |
| Corrugated plastic wood paneling | About 544.000 - 909.000 VND/m2 |  |
| Corrugated plastic wood panel covered with Polymer layer | About 1,025,000 VND/m2 |  |
| Flat panel with locking seams covered with 3D wood grain ASA | About 783,000 VND/m2 |  |
| ASA coated corrugated face panels | About 799.000 - 939.000 VND/m2 |  |
Note:
- The above price list was updated in February 4, there will be certain changes over time.
- The above price is the product price, does not include other costs.
- Depending on requirements and installation location, additional costs will arise including frame + latch + brace, about 200,000 - 250,000 VND/m2.
What is the application of Composite plastic wood panels?
Composite plastic wood panels are increasingly popular because of their high applicability in many categories, bringing modern beauty, luxury and durability to projects.
Kosmos recommends that 2D wood grain plastic wood panels should only be used on ceilings and walls in shaded areas.
Walling
Outdoor wall cladding is one of the most popular applications of plastic wood cladding. Not only does it bring high aesthetics because of its extremely rustic and natural beauty. Plastic wood wall panels also bring durability, beauty and elegance to the entire house.
Ceiling tiles
Outdoor ceiling tiles made of plastic wood are also one of the current trends. The place where plastic wood is installed will have a completely new "look".
Cover the awning
Awning cladding is also one of the applications of outdoor plastic wood cladding. This material will give your home a completely new, extremely impressive beauty. With good heat resistance, plastic wood panels do not crack when outdoor temperatures increase.
Gate cover
Gates made of plastic wood panels will have long-term durability and can withstand all impacts from outside weather factors.
Note: You should only use 3D textured, striped or wave-like panels to cover the gate door to avoid fading after a long time of use.
Decorate the flower trellis
Flower trellises are often decorated with multi-purpose plastic wood bars with the advantage of being able to withstand the impact of harsh weather, not warping, termites, rotting, etc.
Plastic wooden flower bed
Flower beds made of plastic wood panels are becoming increasingly popular in decoration thanks to the natural, rustic beauty and high durability and flexibility of plastic wood.
Furniture
Most outdoor tables and chairs are made from familiar materials such as iron, steel, stainless steel, etc. Recently, outdoor furniture made of multi-purpose plastic wood bars is gradually becoming a decoration trend.
Make signs
Decorating signs with plastic wood panels is one of the prominent trends today. The process of installing signs from plastic wood panels will be very easy, just need to equip a skeleton system with accompanying accessories such as nails, screws, glue.
Related question
What is the difference between plastic wood panels and natural wood panels?
Below are the different characteristics between plastic wood panels and natural wood panels.
| Criteria | Plastic wood paneling | Natural wood paneling |
| Waterproof | Good water resistance | Poor water resistance, susceptible to warping and termites |
| Longevity | 15-20 years | Over 30 years |
| Price | Reasonable pricing | High price |
| wood grain | The grain is not as realistic as natural wood | Beautiful and luxurious wood grain |
Is it difficult to construct plastic wood wall panels?
The process of constructing plastic wood panels properly will include the following 6 steps:
- B1: Prepare necessary tools and supplies
- B2: Establish a joint between the wall and the skeleton
- B3: Building a skeleton for the construction of wood plastic wall panels
- B4: Install the first plastic wood panel on the skeleton
- B5: Assemble the positive hem into the yin of the plastic wood paneling
- B6: Cover the panel edges with a plastic wood V-bracket and you're done
For detailed construction instructions, please refer to the in-depth instruction article click here or through the following video:
Where to buy reputable and quality outdoor plastic wood panels?
Viet Nam Kosmos Joint Stock Company is a company specializing in distributing plastic wood panels, known for its quality and reputable products with a nationwide distribution agent system. Currently, Kosmos has two main lines of panels: Kosmos outdoor plastic wood paneling , and GalaWood outdoor plastic wood cladding.
In addition, you can come directly Kosmos Vietnam office to test and experience the product in the most authentic way. The staff here with many years of experience in the industry is guaranteed to advise and bring you the best solution, bringing consumers a beautiful and quality project.
Can see, Plastic wood paneling is a combination of the beauty of natural wood and the water and termite resistance of plastic, creating an extremely diverse and flexible product. At the same time, this is also a material that enhances the aesthetic value and quality of high-end construction items.
Kim Hoa Consultant with experience in the field of exterior & interior decoration.
Kim Hoa Always dedicated to consulting and providing appropriate solutions according to the needs of each customer. From there, choose quality products, bringing aesthetics at optimal cost.
