Frequently-Asked Questions
1: Does DecoForm install their products?
2: What is the difference between GRC and GFRC?
3: What is the lowest cost vs. most expensive material manufactured
by DecoForm?
4: Is there asbestos in DecoForm products?
5: What finishes can be used on DecoForm products?
6: How are DecoForm products best cut?
7: What does DecoForm supply with its products?
8: Do we collect tax for US companies?
1. Does DecoForm install their products?
No, DecoForm is a manufacturer only. We do not install
or take site measurements but we may be able to provide names of contractors
in your area who have installed our products.
2. What is the difference between GRC and GFRC?
GFRC is glass fiber reinforced concrete with a minimum thickness of 1/2". True GFRC incorporates cast-in-place steel skeletons with re-bar outriggers which in turn are welded to the building structure. GFRC components can be supplied pre-colored.
GRC is glassfiber reinforced cement that is typically 5/16" thick and mechanically attached via screws. GRC is lighter in weight which makes it possible to install larger components without major lifting equipment. GRC is primed and painted on site.
3. What is the lowest cost vs. most expensive material manufactured by DecoForm?
With projects of equal scope, SandScape is the most expensive material followed by CASSEL, FRP, GRC then GRG respectively.
4. Is there asbestos in DecoForm products?
There is no asbestos in any product manufactured by DecoForm.
5. What finishes can be used on DecoForm products?
CASSEL, SandScape and FRP are pre-finished, however FRP may also be painted. GRG components are typically primed then coated with compatible finishing material (check with finish manufacturer). GRC components must be coated with a breathable primer then coated with compatible overcoat. (check with finish manufacturer)
6. How are DecoForm products best cut?
All DecoForm products can be cut with tungsten or
carborundum blades. If many parts are to be cut, diamond encrusted blades/wheels
should be used.
7. What does DecoForm supply with its products?
Typically, DecoForm supplies only products
manufactured by DecoForm. Excluded are such things as studs, screws,
adhesive, shims and site applied finishes.
8. Do we collect any tax for US customers?
No, we do not collect any tax according to USMCA. We do not use a W9 form because we are in Canada. Instead, we use a W8-ECI for USA tax purposes.
