| Drywall Ceiling | Drop Ceiling | Stretch Systems | |
| Preparation for Installation | YES | YES | Minimum |
| Preparation of Existing Ceiling | YES | NO | NO |
| Finished Appearance | Surface Uneven,Possible Seams Visibility | Material Connection Points | Flawless |
| Performance | Possible Cracks andDents with Time | Possible Cracks with Time | No Cracks, Dents or Wear |
| Common Installations | Mostly Residential | Mostly Commercial | Residential & Commercial |
| Installation Complications | Construction Rubble,Dust, and Debris | Construction Rubble andDebris | Practically Zero |
| Life Time without Problems | 2-4 years | 5-8 years | Over 10 years |
| Moisture Proof | NO | Retains moisture | YES |
| Paintable | YES | NO | YES (plus printing) |
| Structural Application | Mostly for Flat Surface | Mostly for Flat Surface or90 Degree Angle | Flat, Multilevel, and Curve |
| Installation Time 1000 sq ft | 5-7 days | 2 days | 1 day |
| Minimum Distance from Existing Ceiling | NONE | 3 inch | 1 inch |
| Maintenance free | 12-24 month | 12-24 month | 5 years |