In all cases shown, the labor rate is arbitrary but consistent. It is not realistic to assume a labor cost of zero, since the lost opportunity of doing another project instead of this one translates into cost.

The bottom line: Although AristoWood has the highest base material cost, when all project costs are factored in it becomes the most cost-effective solution. For example, AristoWood can allow you to save 75% in your annual cost of ownership.

	NOTE: All three materials are commercially available, 1x6-inch "tongue-and-groove" profiles. Amount used in each case: 17 feet.
	AristoWood™	Pine	Cedar
Base material cost:	$33.32	$12.00	$17.00
Fastening material cost:	$1.00 (PVC cement)	$1.00 (Glue & alu. nails)	$1.00 (Glue & SS screws)
Painting material cost:	ZERO (Colorant in base material)	$7.00 (Paint, sandpaper, wood filler)	$10.00 (Fast-dry paint, sandpaper, wood filler)
Material cost at installation:	$34.32	$20.00	$28.00
NOTE: The rate assumed for all labor is $12/hour.
Material cutting labor	$6.00	$6.00	$6.00
Assembly labor:	$5.00	$6.00	$6.00
Painting finishing labor:	ZERO	$12.00	$12.00
Clean-up labor:	$1.00	$3.00	$3.00
Labor cost at installation:	$12.00	$27.00	$28.00
TOTAL COST at installation:	$46.32	$47.00	$55.00
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS:
Elapsed time (from start to finish, including waiting):	1 hour	6–8 hours	4 hours
Expected life (if maintained):	20–25+ years	7–8 years	10–12 years
Maintenance cost (during exposed life):	$12.00 (Clean 5 times)	$31.00 (Repaint once. Labor, $24. Materials, $7)	$68.00 (Repaint twice. Labor, $48. Materials, $20)
TOTAL LIFECYCLE COST:	$58.32	$78.00	$123.00
Annual cost of ownership:	$2.50–3/year	$10–12/year	$10–12/year

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