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New England Arbors |
Cedar |
Metal |
| Aesthetic Performance |
Increases curb appeal and appreciation; consistent beauty that
is virtually maintenance-free |
High maintenance required to keep up original aesthetic performance |
Medium maintenance required to keep up original aesthetic performance,
and in most cases cannot be used to replicate stronger and bolder
features without being very high priced |
| Endurance |
Dimensionally stable; will not rot, warp, buckle, swell or deteriorate
even in the harshest climates; and maintains original appearance
over product life-time. |
Can split and crack over time; knots can shrink and fall out,
resulting in unsightly gaps and exposure to moisture damage. |
Paint will fade and require re-application over time to prevent
rust and corrosion |
| Uniformity |
Consistent building surface; no cracks, knots or other imperfections;
less construction waste; reliable supply available |
Dwindling availability of high-quality old-growth forest supply
can result in inconsistent surfaces, cracks, knots and other imperfections |
Excellent |
| Consumer Perception |
Premium alternative, high-end, advanced technology |
Viewed as high-end, but consumers are increasingly wary of high
maintenance required |
Viewed as high-end, but consumers are increasingly wary of maintenance
required |
| Pests |
Impervious to termites and other insects |
Susceptible to damage by termites and other pests |
Impervious to termites and other insects |
| Combustibility |
Non-combustible, creates very little smoke when exposed to flame |
Burns when exposed to a significant source of heat or flame |
Extremely low |
| Price |
Significantly less over lifetime with little or no maintenance |
Significantly more when maintenance is included |
Significantly more when stronger and bolder features are incorporated |
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