WPC products, also known as wood-plastic composite materials, are new environmentally friendly materials that have been widely used in construction, furniture, garden landscaping and other fields in recent years. So, how long is the service life of wood plastic products outdoors?
First, we need to understand the basic composition of wood plastic products. Wood-plastic products are mainly composed of wood powder and plastic and are processed through specific processes. This material combines the advantages of wood and plastic. It not only has the natural beauty and workability of wood, but also has the water resistance, corrosion resistance and weather resistance of plastic.
In the outdoor environment, wood-plastic products will face the test of various factors, such as sun and rain, temperature changes, humidity changes, etc. These environmental factors have a direct impact on the service life of wood plastic products. However, due to the weather resistance and corrosion resistance of the wood-plastic material itself, it can be used in outdoor environments for a long time without being easily damaged.
Generally speaking, the service life for the normal WPC products can be only several years, the normal WPC products may color fadding and cracking after 2 years using outside. Now we have developed co-extrusion technology for WPC production,it will coating a wear plastic layer on the WPC products by co-extrusion machine, and so the service life of co-extruded WPC products outdoors can reach about 10-20 years. Of course, the specific service life will also be affected by factors such as product quality, processing technology, and use environment. For example, if a wood plastic product undergoes strict waterproofing and UV protection, its service life may be longer.
Co-extrusion products with wearing layer coated
Normal WPC products without co-extrusion
In addition to environmental factors, use and maintenance methods will also have an impact on the service life of wood plastic WPC products. Correct use and maintenance can extend the service life of wood plastic products. For example, regularly clean dust and dirt on the surface of wood-plastic products, avoid scratching the surface with sharp objects, and promptly deal with scratches and damage on the surface.
In general, wood-plastic WPC products have good service life and stability outdoors and can meet the needs of outdoor environments. By choosing high-quality products and using them correctly and maintaining them correctly, we can keep wood-plastic products beautiful and functional outdoors for a long time.
