Ask: What are the main raw materials of Wood Plastic Composite?

Answer: The main material of HOSUNG (Shanghai) WPC Co., Ltd. WPC products is natural wood powder (about 60%), by adding high density polyethylene plastic (about 30%) and necessary chemical additives. It’s extruded out from special moldings under high temperature and pressure, do not contain the toxic chemicals often found in pressure-treated lumber, and are manufactured in a process that produces zero water waste.

Ask: Is WPC an eco-friendly material? How to deal with waste WPC? Will waste WPC pollute the environment?

Answer: Wood Plastic Composite material is an eco-friendly material, which is 100% recycled, energy efficient, saving forest and petroleum resources. It is environmentally rated in the ECO class, which is by far the most rigorous environmental standard.  

Because WPC does not contain any toxic ingredients, it can do same treatment as ordinary construction waste, will not cause any pollution to the environment. WPC is also recyclable. You can recycle it after use. It has all the features of green environmental protection as well as sustainable development.

Ask: What are the main advantages of WPC products?

Answer: First of all, WPC material is 100% recyclable, it looks and feels like natural wood but less timber problems. WPC is long-lasting, stable for the outdoor conditions like sun exposure, rain, temperature variations etc, it is water-proof, anti-corrosive, anti-slip, no paint, easy installation, economical & low maintenance, long life span etc.

Ask: Will WPC products fade in color?

Answer: Most materials exposed to UV and other weathering effects will fade.WPC product solutions are blended with high quality raw material and UV-inhibiting pigments to minimize fade and produce products consistent in color.

Ask: Does the WPC product become brittle in cold temperatures?

Answer: No, HOSUNG WPC products are engineered to withstand extreme temperatures and will not crack or splinter, even in cold temperatures. HOSUNG WPC product is weather resistant, suitable from -40℃ to 60℃.

Ask: How do I clean Wood Plastic Composite lumber?

Answer: Since other molecules don’t adhere to HDPE (like paint, chemicals, mold and fungus) like they do with traditional building materials, cleaning is a breeze.

With proper installation and care, HOSUNG WPC products will provide years of enjoyment. All that is required to keep your deck clean is a spray with a hose to remove any surface debris, and then a wash down with a soft bristled brush or the occasional pressure wash.

Ask: The quality of WPC?

Answer: WPC’s synthetic components of high density polyethylene and plastic are able to protect the plastic decking planks from rot, mold, fungus, pests and other natural elements that greatly contribute to the deterioration of other types of decking materials. These keep the materials eventual deterioration much slower compared to natural wood. The technology behind such products has gone through extensive lengths to make these wood plastic composites high in quality without sacrificing the look of natural wood.

Ask: What’s the lifetime value of WPC?

Answer: Because WPC never rots or warps, painting and staining is not required, however with pressure-treated wood decks, these costs add up over time. After four years, the total cost of owning a WPC deck equals the cost of a pressure-treated wood deck. Over the life of the purchase, WPC offers a far greater value than wood. Clean it twice a year and you’re done so you can spend more time enjoying your outdoor living space, rather than working on it.

Ask: Do you have your own manufacturing plant?

Answer: Yes, we are proud to produce all WPC products in our own factory and have two manufacturing facilities. We have the most advanced production facilities and workshops in China, and the annual output is more than 20,000 metric tons.

Ask: What can you use Wood Plastic Composite for?

Answer: WPC can be used for the flooring of backyard, terraces, swimming-pools, verandas, patio gardens, gazebos, exterior designs, and much more. In seaside environments, it can be efficiently used for walkway surfaces, wall cladding, fences, railings, handrails or panel sections.

HOSUNG WPC products can also be widely used in square, landscape and some other outdoor areas. It has wooden touch feeling and easy installation characteristics. HOSUNG WPC products has wide specification, diverse appearance, wonderful color and easy installation, it is an ideal building material used for outdoor decoration.