Comparison Dimension

Brick Wall

Gypsum Board

Polyurethane-Rockwool Sandwich Panel

Typical Applications

Main load-bearing walls, permanent buildings

Dry-indoor partition walls and ceilings

Partition walls, non-load-bearing exterior walls, roofs, sunrooms, factories, cold-chain facilities, kitchens, bathrooms, and outdoor applications

Construction Efficiency

Complex process (bricklaying, curing, plastering); ~20–30 m²/day

Relatively fast, but requires framing, boarding, and jointing

Prefabricated panels, direct splicing; 100–150 m²/day, 3–5× faster than brick

Thermal & Acoustic Insulation

Average; requires additional insulation layer

Poor; virtually no thermal insulation

Excellent (integrated rockwool/polyurethane core); 2–3× better thermal performance than brick

Moisture & Water Resistance Moderate

Moderate; prone to efflorescence and spalling in prolonged damp conditions

Poor – easily warps and degrades; unsuitable for outdoors or wet areas

Excellent (steel/aluminum facings); waterproof, impact-resistant, suitable for outdoors and humid zones

Fire Resistance Rating

Class A (non-combustible)

Class B (combustible) for standard;Class A available for specialty

Rockwool core:Class A (non-combustible); Polyurethane core: Class B (better moisture resistance)

Load-Bearing Capacity

High – suitable for structural load-bearing walls

Low – non-load-bearing partitions only

Low – non-load-bearing partitions and curtain walls only

Design Flexibility (Shaping)

Nearly none

Excellent – low-cost, easy to cut; ideal for curved ceilings and complex shapes

Moderate; limited shaping, requires specialized cutting tools

Integrated Functionality

Single function (enclosure + structure)

Single function (enclosure + decoration)

Multi-functional – integrates insulation, soundproofing, waterproofing, and finished surfacing

Overall Cost

Moderate–high (material + labor + extra insulation)

Low – highly cost-effective

Higher material cost, but shorter installation time and no added insulation layer; overall cost

Selection Recommendation

Choose if you need structural load-bearing and long-term durability

Choose for dry indoor spaces, budget-conscious projects, or complex ceiling shapes

Choose for wet/outdoor environments, tight schedules, or when insulation & fire resistance are required