1. Surface Quality  

   • Architectural-Grade: Phenolic resin coating ensures glass-smooth finish with superior waterproofing  

   • Conventional: Concrete contact surfaces exhibit inherent texture irregularities  

2. Service Life  

   • Architectural-Grade: 35+ reuse cycles (certified performance)  

   • Conventional: 10-20 cycle operational limit  

3. Finished Concrete Appearance  

   • Architectural-Grade: Delivers ready-to-finish structural surfaces requiring zero post-treatment  

   • Conventional: Mandatory surface remediation for acceptable aesthetics  

4. Environmental Profile  

   • Architectural-Grade: Eco-certified materials with minimal jobsite VOC emissions  

   • Conventional: Chemical additives/adhesives increase environmental footprint  

5. Value Proposition  

   • Architectural-Grade: Higher initial cost offset by 250%+ lifecycle savings  

   • Conventional: Lower upfront investment with elevated long-term remediation costs