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Torn Between Stone Choices for Renovation? — Wayon PU Stone vs Flexible Stone Comparison
Oct 13 2025

Torn Between Stone Choices for Renovation? — Wayon PU Stone vs Flexible Stone Comparison


PART.01 Understand the Characteristics

"PU Stone: Light + Quick, Ideal for Small-Area Interiors"

 

→ Suitable for small-scale flat interior decoration

→ Ideal for scenarios with limited budget, tight construction schedules, and no outdoor/irregular shape requirements

→ Fits dry indoor environments without extreme temperature differences

 

 

Key Traits of PU Stone

 

Made from polyurethane resin, mixed with lightweight fillers for foam molding, and coated with a stone-imitating texture. Its core advantage lies in convenience:

 

  1. Lightweight:Low requirement for wall load-bearing, no additional reinforcement needed
  2. Fast construction for small areas (within 10㎡): Can be completed in a few days
  3. Budget-friendly: Suitable for short-term use or regular style updates

 

"Ultra-Thin Flexible Stone: All-Round & Durable, Fits All Scenarios"

 

As an upgraded version of Flexible Stone, it is compounded from inorganic waste (such as sand and stone powder) through special processes. Its core design concept is "all-scenario adaptability + long-term durability":

 

  1. Eco-friendly: Made of inorganic raw materials, no harmful substances released
  2. Physical advantages: Light weight; flexible enough to fit curved surfaces
  3. Durable:Corrosion-resistant,aging-resistant, and low loss during transportation and installation

 

 

PART.02 Multi-Dimension Comparison

Just understanding characteristics isn’t enough. Comparing against renovation scenarios helps you "find the right match" through differences in each dimension.

 

Dimension 1: Weather Resistance

→ Indoor/Short-Term Outdoor vs. Long-Term Outdoor

  1. PU Stone: Only suitable for interiors (dry, no UV exposure) or short-term outdoor use (temporary exhibition walls). Prone to aging if used outdoors long-term.
  2. Wayon Ultra-Thin Flexible Stone: Resists intense sunlight, heavy rain, and extreme temperature differences. Maintains stable color for long-term outdoor use. Suitable for residential exterior walls, hotel facades, and municipal landscapes.
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Dimension 2: Fire Rating

→ Basic Fire Protection vs. High Fire Protection

  1. PU Stone: Class B (Flame-Retardant), suitable for ordinary interiors (residences, small offices).
  2. Wayon Ultra-Thin Flexible Stone: Class A (Non-Combustible), no toxic smoke when burned. Suitable for shopping malls, hospitals, schools, and exterior walls of high-rise buildings.

 

 

Dimension 3: Installation & Shaping

→ Small-Area Flat Surfaces vs. Large-Area/Irregular Shapes

  1. PU Stone: Fast construction but rigid texture, only suitable for small-area projects.
  2. Wayon Ultra-Thin Flexible Stone: Fits large-area projects (shopping malls, office buildings); flexible enough for irregular shapes (cylinder wrapping, curved ceilings). Ideal for hotel lobbies and old house renovations.

 

 

 

Dimension 4: Environmental Friendliness

→ Basic Eco-Friendliness vs. Healthy Eco-Friendliness

PU Stone: Made from petrochemical raw materials, meets basic indoor eco-standards. Suitable for scenarios with no additional eco-requirements.

Wayon Ultra-Thin Flexible Stone: Made from inorganic waste, with formaldehyde/benzene levels far below national standards. Suitable for hospitals, hotels, enclosed shopping malls, and green buildings.

 

PART.03 3 Steps to Lock in the Right Choice

Still confused after the comparison? These 3 steps directly match your needs—no need to check extra materials!

 

Define the Scenario:

  1. Small-area flat interiors → PU Stone / Flexible Stone
  2. Outdoor/large-area/irregular shapes → Flexible Stone

 

Clarify Core Needs:

  1. Pursue short-term convenience & low budget → PU Stone / Wayon Ultra-Thin Flexible Stone
  2. Prioritize long-term durability, fire safety, eco-friendliness & flexible shaping → Flexible Stone
  1. Check Project Standards:
  1. Ordinary apartments, short-term decoration → PU Stone / Flexible Stone
  2. Public spaces, high-rises, green buildings → Flexible Stone 

 

PART.04 Conclusion

PU Stone wins in small-area interiors with its "convenience", while Flexible Stone covers more needs with "all-scenario adaptability + durability". It’s not about "which is better", but "which is more suitable".

 

When choosing stone for projects, don’t follow trends blindly. Clarify your scenario, budget, and core needs—and you’ll pick the right one without mistakes!

 

 

PART.05 Unlock New Opportunities

Still have questions about stone selection?

 

Join us at Phase 2 of the Canton Fair (October 23-27, 2025)!We’ll be at Booths I39-40, J9-10, Hall 13.2, Area B, Canton Fair Complex, Guangzhou.

 

On-site, we’ll showcase our full range of stone materials (quartz stone, terrazzo, ultra-thin flexible stone, marble, etc.). We’ll answer your questions face-to-face and provide customized solutions. We sincerely invite you to explore new possibilities in stone applications with us!

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